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2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe

The 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe is a 453-hp 6.8-liter V12 coupe with a 6-speed zf 6hp32 automatic, shift-by-wire and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 14 mpg combined.

It makes 453 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 11 mpg city and 18 mpg highway (14 mpg combined).

The Phantom measures 220.8 inches long on a 130.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,710 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine TypeN73B68 naturally aspirated 60-degree V12, DOHC, VVT and VVL
Displacement6.75 L
Horsepower453 hp
Torque531 lb-ft
ValvetrainDOHC, VVT and VVL
Bore and Stroke92.0 x 84.6
Compression Ratio11.0:1
Injection TypeDirect injection (SIDI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission6-speed ZF 6HP32 automatic, shift-by-wire
Fuel Economy
City11 MPG
Highway18 MPG
Combined14 MPG
Recommended FuelGasoline
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, self-levelling air springs
Rear SuspensionMulti-link, self-levelling air springs
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersTwo-piston alloy, with ABS
Front Brake Disc14.7 in (374 mm) ventilated
Rear Brake Disc14.5 in (370 mm) ventilated
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front21 in
Wheels Rear21 in
Tires FrontP255/50R21
Tires RearP285/45R21
Dimensions & Weight
Length220.8 in
Width78.2 in
Height62.7 in
Wheelbase130.7 in
Curb Weight5,710 lbs

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2009 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

1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 2009 Rolls-Royce PHANTOM

Owner Complaints

1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Rolls-Royce PHANTOM. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Fuel System1
Gasoline1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 2, 2010 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 ROLLS ROYCE PHANTOM COUPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN HE ADDED FUEL THE NOZZLE BECAME STUCK IN THE TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY REDUCED THE SIZE OF…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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