2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom Base
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The 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom Base is a 453-hp 6.8-liter V12 with a 6-speed zf 6hp32 automatic, shift-by-wire and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $329,750 MSRP and is rated at 13 mpg combined.
It makes 453 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 11 mpg city and 17 mpg highway (13 mpg combined).
The Phantom measures 229.7 inches long on a 140.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,577 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $329,750 ($548,739 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | N73B68 naturally aspirated 60-degree V12, DOHC, VVT and VVL |
| Displacement | 6.75 L |
| Horsepower | 453 hp |
| Torque | 531 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, VVT and VVL |
| Bore and Stroke | 92.0 x 84.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed ZF 6HP32 automatic, shift-by-wire |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 11 MPG |
| Highway | 17 MPG |
| Combined | 13 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 26 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbone, self-levelling air springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link, self-levelling air springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Two-piston alloy, with ABS |
| Front Brake Disc | 14.7 in (374 mm) ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 14.5 in (370 mm) ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20 in |
| Wheels Rear | 20 in |
| Tires Front | P265/31R20 |
| Tires Rear | P265/31R20 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 229.7 in |
| Width | 78.3 in |
| Height | 64.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 140.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.2 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 5,577 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 50% / 50% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.3 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom 4-DR. w/SAB).
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Rolls-Royce PHANTOM. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 1, 2010 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
ROLLS-ROYCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003-2010 PHANTOM, MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 PHANTOM DROPHEAD COUPE, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 PHANTOM COUPE VEHICLES. A CHECK VALVE OF THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY LEAK A SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRICATING OIL. OVER TIME THIS COULD RESULT IN CONTAMINATION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
Consequence: POWER ASSIST BRAKING PERFORMANCE COULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED. IN EXTREME CASES THERE COULD BE A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ASSIST BRAKING. AN UNEXPECTED REDUCTION OR LOSS IN POWER BRAKING ASSIST MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: ROLLS-ROYCE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROLLS-ROYCE AT 1-877-877-3735.
NHTSA campaign 10V447000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2005 ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.