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Rolls-Royce Phantom Saloon (2003-2012) review

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Parkers overall rating: 5 out of 55.0

At a glance

Price new £284,535 - £336,015
Used prices £30,321 - £55,212
Road tax cost £430 - £760
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 374 - 396 miles
Number of doors 4
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Unsurpassed image, supreme refinement, the ultimate in luxury

CONS

Huge dimensions, extortionate to buy and run

Written by David Ross Updated: 15 September 2025

Overview

Rolls-Royce may be owned by BMW, but the Phantom is both individual and feels every inch the pinnacle of British-built luxury. Its appearance is certainly imposing – indeed it’s too heavy-handed for some – but it travels with an unmatched elegance and style. It’s a ‘motor car’ in the great Rolls-Royce tradition with a long list of options with which to personalise the vehicle, it has a surprising turn of speed and can be controlled with a level of precision that belies its size.

If you want the best car in the world – and can afford it – we couldn’t argue against choosing a Phantom.

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