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2021 Rolls-Royce

Phantom

Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.7 L, Turbo

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2021 Rolls-Royce Phantom (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Body
Large CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
12EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
12 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$5,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
615 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
1/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
3/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
230 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
78 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
65 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
141 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
5,840 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
116 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
15 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

20 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Dec 21, 2022ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRRA12202207

    A Rolls-Royce Phantom (RR11/12), Ghost (RR21/22) and Cullinan (RR31) vehicles have been identified as having a potential issue concerning the 2 x coolant pipe connections at the cylinder head. The coolant pipe retaining clips (jubilee clips) may not have been fitted in the correct position, which could result in a coolant leak.

  • Jul 27, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEMA07202206

    The vehicles identified may potentially not transfer incoming voice audio during a telematics call due to the 3G network deactivation in the United States. Therefore, this will affect all Connected Services voice audio in an Emergency call (E-call), Concierge call and Roadside assist calls.

  • Sep 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65562989

    Complaints of deposits, crystalisation or emulsification in the coolant expansion tanks.

  • Sep 1, 2021EQUIPMENTRR64605110

    The vehicle has been brought to the workshop with a complaint relating to the SoE function.

  • Jul 1, 2021EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICALRR65558203

    Customer complains the CID monitor does not extend or retract correctly, for example stuck in the lowered position or doesn?t raise fully.

  • Jul 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65547515

    Engine MIL light is illuminated and fault 12BF08 Lambda probe, from meager to fat slow reaction.

  • Jul 1, 2021SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICRR65499571

    Front brakes squeaking with low brake pressure during low speed maneuvering or parking, at ambient temperatures of +5 to -5?C (41 - 23?F). If the brakes are cold, when the driver brakes for the ?rst time after the start of the journey or when driving for a longer period of time with no brake applications. This may affect vehicles where the brake pads/disc have covered more than 14,000 km (8,500 miles).

  • May 1, 2021EQUIPMENTRR65537732

    The engine oil level has not been determined for a long time. Please measure engine oil level. The check control message (ID 961) can occur on a new vehicle even with very low usage or relatively low operating hours.

  • and 12 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / unlimited mi
Powertrain
4 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
4 yr

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.