DecodedCars2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan RWD, Coupe 2dr Coupe RWD, Drophead Coupe 2dr Convertible RWD, Extended 4dr Sedan RWD
- Engines
- 6.7L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 220.9–239.8 in
- Curb weight
- 5,796–5,994 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, 39% below the 2018 large car average of 23.1 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 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom is a large car offered with a 6.7L 12-cyl turbo 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 5,840 lb (4dr Sedan RWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 19 highway), 39% worse than the 2018 large car average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2018
- Engine added: 6.7L 12-cyl turbo
- Engine dropped: 6.7L 12-cyl
Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 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 | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 5,840 lb | |
| Coupe 2dr Coupe RWD | 220.9 in | 78.3 in | 63 in | 130.7 in | 66.5 / 65.7 in | 5,796 lb | |
| Drophead Coupe 2dr Convertible RWD | 220.9 in | 78.3 in | 62.2 in | 130.7 in | 66.5 / 65.7 in | 5,994 lb | |
| Extended 4dr Sedan RWD | 239.8 in | 78.3 in | 64.6 in | 150.4 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 5,939 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 | 6.7L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -39% | $5,850 | 623 |
| Phantom EWB | 6.7L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -39% | $5,850 | 623 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 27, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V684000 · 257,473 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Risk
- The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Not every 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2018 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 2018 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 |
| 2017 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Phantom | 14 | 229.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 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 →