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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 70% Detailed ratings

Price $438,325 – $587,223 Payments

Fuel consumption 10.3 – 16.8 L/100km

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In 2003, the Phantom signalled a changing of the guard, as BMW took ownership of the brand. This model replaced the Silver Seraph and got people talking with controversial exterior lines that still haven't changed. Since then, the Phantom has been updated here and there, and a led to a coupe and an eccentric cabriolet. All three versions are powered by a 6.7-litre V12 with 453 horsepower. The transmission is an 8-speed automatic.

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2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge: Ghost on Ice

When you’re driving around in a Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge that comes with a price tag of $479,675, you probably don’t want it to be covered in snow, slush, dirt or hit by whatever debris the road can throw at you. It’s best to just tap into the twin-turbo 6.75-litre …February 12, 2023

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2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost: Like Floating on a Cloud

The Rolls-Royce Ghost is all-new for 2021. It retains the brand’s unique design language and a connection with its predecessors while making significant headway on the technological front. The intriguing mix of classic and modern is the first thing that caught our attention as we took a seat inside this …May 15, 2021

2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan Debuts in Montreal

The long-awaited Rolls-Royce SUV was finally unveiled to the world on May 10, and this past week, it has toured across Canada with stops in Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto. Tonight, the Cullinan made its debut in La Belle Province, coinciding with Rolls-Royce Montreal’s official inauguration of their brand-new showroom. The …June 7, 2018

2017 Rolls-Royce Wraith Black Badge: New-era Roller

English brand Rolls-Royce proved a long time ago that it builds some of the most luxurious, exclusive and expensive cars in the world. Customers expect nothing but the best, and they’re likely willing to dish out the necessary funds to ensure that their vehicle is unique. The customers in question …September 11, 2017

2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn: Ultimate Top-down Motoring

For the rich and famous, what could possibly be the best car to own for those summer days when they feel like lowering the top and catch a ray of sunshine or two? Exoticars such as the Ferrari California , the Aston Martin Vanquish Volante and the Audi R8 Spyder …August 11, 2017

2016 Rolls-Royce Wraith: Behind the Wheel of a $462,000 Apparition

Wraith, Ghost, Phantom: the names of these Rolls-Royce models evoke spirits that silently linger among us. It’s this exceptional, almost unreal quality that makes driving a Rolls-Royce such a unique experience—that and the stratospheric prices of these cars, that is. With the Wraith, Rolls-Royce is looking to win over a …August 29, 2016

Exclusive – Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100: Look Ma, No Steering Wheel!

We’ve written it time and time again: there is nothing terribly inspiring about driving a Rolls-Royce. Well, it seems as though the company’s management has finally gotten the message. The Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100 has no steering wheel, as it is a fully autonomous boat. And boat it is! Although …June 22, 2016

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Sir Winston Churchill would undoubtedly roll over in his grave to learn that Rolls-Royce and Bentley, the noblest of British luxury car brands, now belong to German manufacturers. The former is one of the BMW Group’s brands, just like another British icon, the Mini. The latter is part of the …June 16, 2010

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25-Unit Phantom Centenary Unveiled as Rolls-Royce’s Ultimate Artwork

Rolls-Royce is celebrating 100 years of its iconic Phantom with a private collection of 25 Centenary models, which are true works of art pushing the boundaries of craftsmanship and opulence for the English manufacturer. This very special edition, inspired by the golden age of Hollywood, features a two-tone body combining …October 23, 2025

The Rolls-Royce Boat Tail is a Coachbuilt Dream

The sky is the limit in the ultra-luxury car niche. And in the interest of catering to their specific (and filthy rich) clientele, manufacturers like Rolls-Royce will make basically anything happen. The best part is that it only costs money. Boatloads of it! The latest creation is from Rolls-Royce Coachbuild …May 27, 2021

Phantom Oribe: When Rolls-Royce, Hermès and Japanese Tradition Collide

While most of us see a Rolls-Royce as one of the few vehicles that represent the pinnacle of luxury on wheels, others believe that a normal, off-the-lot Rolls is just not enough. That’s why the Rolls-Royce Bespoke division has been quite busy these last few years, catering to a very …May 1, 2021

Two of Donald Trump’s Finest Cars are Headed to Auction Again

Before he became the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump owned a number of exceptional cars. Two of them will soon be auctioned by Mecum as part of its Kissimmee 2021 auction in Florida (Jan. 7-17). The most interesting is arguably the Ferrari F430 , which was previously …November 26, 2020

Canadian Premiere: 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom is the Paragon of Exclusivity

Without a doubt the world’s best-known car, the Rolls-Royce Phantom is making its Canadian debut in Montreal. Ever the aristocrat, its lines have been updated while remaining true to those of the previous generation. The chassis for this icon of luxury and ostentation was developed exclusively for Rolls-Royce and its …January 15, 2018

2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom Unveiled!

The eight generation of the Phantom, Rolls-Royce’s flagship, has just been revealed and the automaker is announcing nothing less than a revolution in the luxury-car industry. The Phantom VIII rides on an all-new, dedicated platform—the brand belongs to BMW—that will also serve as a basis for all future Rolls-Royce models, …July 30, 2017

Rolls-Royce Sweptail is Truly Unique

Back in 2013, Rolls-Royce received a very specific request from one of its customers, a true connoisseur and collector of rare and exclusive objects, including super yachts and a private jet. This gentleman had the vision of an ultra-luxurious car like no other. His collaboration resulted in the creation of …May 30, 2017

Going Away in Style: Saying Goodbye to the Rolls-Royce Phantom VII

The first Rolls-Royce Phantom was created in 1925. As an icon to the world's richest, this limousine offered unparalleled luxury and performance. Each subsequent version of the Phantom expanded upon this base, slowly becoming Rolls-Royce's most recognizable model. The seventh generation was launched in 2003 and heavily modernized in 2012. February 29, 2016

Rolls-Royce Serenity: Staying Zen

The world we live in is a stressful place. It’s hard to have a moment of peace among all the meetings, important talks and contract signings. If you are one of the very few people who live a stressful life and have the means to own a luxury car, Rolls-Royce …March 5, 2015

Going Away in Style: The Perfect Hearse, According to Rolls-Royce

While the idea of our last car ride usually includes a certain high-end car from GM (riding in the back of a Cadillac, as it is known around here), it seems that the British aristocracy doesn’t want to be seen riding in an American car, even in death. A.W.Lymn (a …November 4, 2014

Rolls-Royce Receives An Order For 30 Phantoms

Have you ever heard the name Stephen Hung? He is one of the most eccentric (and richest!) businessmen in Hong Kong, owning multiple hotels and casinos. He just wrote his name in the history books, after he placed an order for cars to ferry clients to and from his next …September 17, 2014

Rolls-Royce Amazes Beijing With the Phantom Pinnacle Travel

To celebrate the Chinese love of travelling (they are currently the world’s biggest travellers, spending $155 billion in 2013) and the success of their Bespoke program, Rolls-Royce unveiled in Beijing a custom-made Phantom, the Pinnacle Travel. The model shown in Beijing is painted Madeira Red, and the two-tone lateral panels …April 22, 2014

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The Car Guide rating 70%

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Fuel economy	4/10
Reliability	6/10
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	7/10
Overall	7/10

Luxury sedans over $100,000

Fuel economy	5/10
Reliability	N/A
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	7/10
Overall	6/10

Coupes over $100,000

Fuel economy	5/10
Reliability	N/A
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	7/10
Overall	7/10

Convertibles and roadsters over $50,000

Fuel economy	5/10
Reliability	N/A
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	7/10
Overall	6/10

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