DecodedCars2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan RWD, Drophead 2dr Coupe RWD, Extended 4dr Sedan RWD
- Engines
- 6.7L 12-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 11 city / 18 hwy
- Length
- 220.9–239.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,776–5,886 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 41% below the 2010 compact car average of 23.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is a compact car offered with a 6.7L 12-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 230 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 141-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,798 lb (4dr Sedan RWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (11 city / 18 highway), 41% worse than the 2010 compact car average of 23.6 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2010
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2009 Phantom — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2009; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2009 Phantom →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan RWD | 229.5 in | 78.3 in | 64.2 in | 140.6 in | – | 5,798 lb | |
| Drophead 2dr Coupe RWD | 220.9 in | 78.3 in | 62.2 in | 130.7 in | – | 5,776 lb | |
| Extended 4dr Sedan RWD | 239.4 in | 78.3 in | 64.2 in | 150.4 in | – | 5,886 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phantom Coupe | 6.7L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 14 | -41% | $5,850 | 635 |
| Phantom Drophead Coupe | 6.7L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 14 | -41% | $5,850 | 635 |
| Phantom | 6.7L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 14 | -37% | $5,850 | 635 |
| Phantom EWB | 6.7L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 14 | -24% | $5,850 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2010 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom under the current (2011+) test program.
Recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum · Oct 1, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V447000 · 2,552 vehicles
- Problem
- ROLLS-ROYCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003-2010 PHANTOM, MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 PHANTOM DROPHEAD COUPE, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 PHANTOM COUPE VEHICLES. A CHECK VALVE OF THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY LEAK A SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRICATING OIL. OVER TIME THIS COULD RESULT IN CONTAMINATION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
- Risk
- POWER ASSIST BRAKING PERFORMANCE COULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED. IN EXTREME CASES THERE COULD BE A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ASSIST BRAKING. AN UNEXPECTED REDUCTION OR LOSS IN POWER BRAKING ASSIST MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Fix
- ROLLS-ROYCE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROLLS-ROYCE AT 1-877-877-3735.
Not every 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Phantom years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Phantom | 13 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Rolls-Royce. How we calculate this →