2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Rolls-Royce, the iconic brand that reinvented itself with the debut of the most recent generation of the Phantom back in 2003, unveiled a peek at the flagship’s buffed-up refresh. A decade on, the car, distinguishingly retitled Phantom Series II, still dazzles; the exterior redesign gives it a modern look while retaining its familiar silhouette. There’s a shiny steel highlight on the rear bumper, and the front end has been re-crafted with new, rectangular headlights cleft in two by a row of LEDs, its most distinguishing new feature. (Of course, the company left the classic Pantheon grille and its Spirit of Ecstasy figurine alone.)
Under the gleaming exterior is a shiny, hand-crafted heart: a 6.7-liter direct-injection V12 making 453 hp and 531 lb-ft of torque. Mated with a new 8-speed automatic transmission, the chariot is powerful (0 to 60 takes 5.7 seconds), fast (top speed is 149 mph) and even a tad bit more economical (11 mpg city/19 highway).
But it’s doubtful that anyone who could afford one of these will actually drive it (this car caters to those who use chauffeurs), so the new car's focus is on backseat comfort and luxury. The sumptuous leather rear seats have been reconfigured to be more ergonomic and offer a slightly elevated view (by 18mm) of the world (silently) rushing by.
In the front, the classic analog clock reminds us of the car’s elegant ancestry; with the press of a button, it flips to reveal a new 8.8-inch screen displaying 3D maps, bringing it to the forefront of technology. (Speaking of advancements, the old-school telephone cradle of the old Phantom has finally been replaced by a smartphone interface, along with USB and auxiliary inputs and 12-volt power sockets.)
New safety features include the addition of 5 cameras strategically placed around the vehicle to help your driver effortlessly glide the craft in and out of tight situations with nary a scratch. And its state-of-the-art ISIS (Intelligent Safety and Information System) uses measured braking, stability control and traction control to keep the boat upright and its passengers unharmed.
And it is infinitely configurable. A limitless range of colors and bespoke options such as a humidor and umbrella holder make each Phantom Series II unique. And yet, black-on-black is still the most popular configuration. (Those sheiks have no imagination!)
The meticulously imagined, designed and assembled new Phantom hasn’t strayed much from its origins, but Rolls-Royce's nips and tucks have made her a new lady.
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Surround audio: 7.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 13 · 420 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.15
Engine
Alternator: 360 amps
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: grey · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Side door type: dual rear-hinged access · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium leather
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.3
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: infrared-reflecting
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Surround audio: 7.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 13 · 420 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.15
Engine
Alternator: 360 amps
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: grey · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Side door type: dual rear-hinged access · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium leather
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.5 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.3
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: infrared-reflecting