DecodedCars2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2012 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan RWD, Coupe 2dr Coupe RWD, Drophead Coupe 2dr Convertible 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
- 220.9–239.8 in
- Curb weight
- 5,710–5,886 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 45% below the 2012 compact car average of 25.6 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 2012 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), 45% worse than the 2012 compact car average of 25.6 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2012
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2011 Phantom — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2011; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2011 Phantom →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan RWD | 229.9 in | 78.3 in | 64.6 in | 140.6 in | – | 5,798 lb | |
| Coupe 2dr Coupe RWD | 220.9 in | 78.3 in | 63 in | 130.7 in | 66.5 / 65.7 in | 5,710 lb | |
| Drophead Coupe 2dr Convertible RWD | 220.9 in | 78.3 in | 62.2 in | 130.7 in | 66.5 / 65.7 in | 5,776 lb | |
| Extended 4dr Sedan RWD | 239.8 in | 78.3 in | 64.6 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 Drophead Coupe | 6.7L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 14 | -45% | $5,850 | 635 |
| Phantom Coupe | 6.7L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 14 | -45% | $5,850 | 635 |
| Phantom | 6.7L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 14 | -26% | $5,850 | 635 |
| Phantom EWB | 6.7L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 14 | -26% | $5,850 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2012 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2012 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 →