2006 Rolls-Royce Phantom Base
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The 2006 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 ($531,591 *) |
| 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 (2006 Rolls-Royce Phantom 4-DR. w/SAB).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 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
Aug 31, 2006 · SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LOWER RUBBER MOUNT OF THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY NOT ADHERE CORRECTLY TO ITS HOUSING WITHIN THE SHOCK ABSORBER.
Consequence: THE BUSHING COULD LOOSEN AND OVER TIME COULD SEPARATE FROM ITS HOUSING. THE DRIVER WILL EXPERIENCE IMPAIRED VEHICLE HANDLING AND CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROLLS-ROYCE AT 1-877-877-3735.
NHTSA campaign 06V327000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2006 ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.