Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe Convertible (2007-2016)

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Product Overview

Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is a full-size luxury convertible in production from 2007 to 2016. It was powered by BMW's N73B68 naturally-aspirated V12 engine that displaced 6.75 liters. Earlier models used ZF 6HP 6-speed automatic transmission; this unit was updated to the 8-speed ZF 8HP.
The largest convertible made in almost half a century, the Phantom Drophead Coupe is an exceptional statement. Its level of refinement and fit and finish are unrivalled. While Rolls-Royce used some new materials, the car is very heavy and stately. Hence, even the large V12 is insufficient for spirited driving in this vehicle.
While the 14.8L/100km (15.9mpg) fuel "dis-economy" is hardly excellent, it is quite acceptable considering the luxury that this car offers.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 97% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Insane level of luxury
  • Superb fit and finish
  • Virtually limitless customizability
Cons
  • N73 engine not very reliable
  • Large turning circle
  • Too conspicuous

What external reviewers found***

External score 86% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Fantastic build quality
  • Impressive handling
  • Punchy engine
Cons
  • No wind deflector
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Specifications

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Capacity

Cargo Capacity395 L / 13.9 cu-ft315 L / 11.1 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity14.0 L / 14.8 qt
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 L / 9.0 qt
Fuel Capacity80.0 L / 21.1 gal
Passengers45
Payload420 kg / 926 lbs430 kg / 948 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discs
Power SteeringElectric SteeringHydraulic Steering
Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
Suspension | RearDouble-wishbone
Tire Size255/50 R21, 285/45 R21
Turning Circle13.1 m / 43.0 ft

Construction

Body Style2-door Convertible

Dimensions

Size | Height1566 mm / 61.7 in1581 mm / 62.2 in
Size | Length5612 mm / 220.9 in5609 mm / 220.8 in
Size | Width1987 mm / 78.2 in
Track Width | Front1686.0 mm / 66.4 in1685.0 mm / 66.3 in
Track Width | Rear1676.0 mm / 66.0 in1670.0 mm / 65.7 in
Weight2630.0 kg / 5798.2 lbs2620.0 kg / 5776.1 lbs
Wheel Size8J x 21, 9.5J x 21
Wheelbase3320 mm / 130.7 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h5.8 sec5.9 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph5.5 sec5.6 sec
CO2 Emission347 g/km
Fuel Economy14.8 L/100km / 15.9 MPG (combined) | 22.8 L/100km / 10.3 MPG (urban) | 10.2 L/100km / 23.1 MPG (highway)15.9 L/100km / 14.8 MPG (combined) | 24.6 L/100km / 9.6 MPG (urban) | 11.0 L/100km / 21.4 MPG (highway)
Top Speed240.0 km/h / 149.1 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 4
Engine | Bore92.0 mm / 3.6 in
Engine | Compression Ratio11.0:1
Engine | Displacement6.7 L / 411.9 cu-in / 6749.0 cc
Engine | Power460.0 hp / 343.0 kW @ 5350 rpm
Engine | Specific Output68.2 hp/L / 1.1 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke84.6 mm / 3.3 in
Engine | Torque720 Nm / 531.0 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V12 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V12 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears8-speed6-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomatic

Production

Availability2012 ~ 20162007 ~ 2012

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External Reviews

carmagazine[1]

Reviewer score 86%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
At 5609mm long it's absolutely enormous and parking it requires astute use of both parking camera and beeping parking radars. Despite its aluminium spaceframe construction, the Drophead weighs in at a portly 2620kg. On the road it handles with an agility and nimbleness that's at odds with its girth. And the brakes – ventilated 374mm front and 370mm rear rotors – are simply superb.
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Pros
  • Fantastic build quality
  • Punchy engine
  • Impressive handling
Cons
  • No wind deflector

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References

  1. ^ Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (2007) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/rolls-royce/rolls-royce-phantom-drophead-coupe-2007-review/. 2007-06-08. Retrieved 2022-05-19.

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