DecodedCars2020 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan RWD, Extended 4dr Sedan RWD
- Engines
- 6.7L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- 229.9–239.8 in
- Curb weight
- 5,840–5,939 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, 40% below the 2020 large car average of 23.3 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 2020 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 / 20 highway), 40% worse than the 2020 large car average of 23.3 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 2020
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2019 Phantom — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 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 | 49/51 |
| Extended 4dr Sedan RWD | 239.8 in | 78.3 in | 64.6 in | 150.4 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 5,939 lb | 49/51 |
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 / 20 / 14 | -40% | $5,850 | 615 |
| Phantom EWB | 6.7L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 20 / 14 | -40% | $5,850 | 615 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2020 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Nov 3, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V855000 · 442 vehicles
- Problem
- Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Ltd. (Rolls-Royce) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Rolls-Royce Phantom vehicles. The Central Information Display may not raise to the correct position, resulting in a rearview camera image that is partially blocked from view.
- Risk
- A partially blocked rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2021. Owners may contact Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Not every 2020 Rolls-Royce Phantom is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2020 Rolls-Royce Phantom in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2020 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 2020 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 →