Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII
 | This article, Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII, has recently been created via the Articles for creation process. Please check to see if the reviewer has accidentally left this template after accepting the draft and take appropriate action as necessary.
Reviewer tools: Inform author |
Comment: Needs additional sourcing, other than from Rolls-Royce (needs secondary sources). Kees08 (Talk) 01:27, 28 July 2017 (UTC)
| Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Rolls-Royce Motor Cars |
| Production | 2018 – |
| Assembly | Goodwood plant, West Sussex, England |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size luxury car (F) |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Doors | 4 |
| Related | Rolls-Royce Cullinan |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 6.75 L V12 |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | SWB: TBA EWB: TBA |
| Length | SWB: TBA EWB: TBA |
| Width | TBA |
| Height | TBA |
| Kerb weight | SWB: 2,625 kg (5,787 lb)[1] EWB: TBA |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Rolls-Royce Phantom VII |
The Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII is a luxury saloon produced by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. It is the eighth and current generation of Rolls-Royce Phantom and the second Phantom of the BMW-era. It was launched in July 2017.
Background
The Phantom VII was launched in 2003, the first Phantom launched after BMW purchased the brand.[2]
Launch
The Phantom was unveiled by live-stream on July 27, 2017.[3]
It made its public debut at a special exhibition Rolls-Royce will hold in London two days later on July 29. The event, dubbed ‘The Great Eight Phantoms’, took place at Bonhams in Mayfair. The event, called ‘The Great Eight Phantoms’, gathered a famous Phantom from each generation, from the ‘Fred Astaire Phantom I’ to subsequent models driven by royalty, or made famous by celebrities including John Lennon’s psychedelic-painted Phantom V.[3][4]
Design
The design of the Phantom VIII is substantially similar to the predecessor model. Like the R01, the VIII features a version of Rolls-Royce's 'pantheon' grille, a long bonnet and rear suicide doors, which Rolls-Royce label 'coach' doors.
Specifications
The Phantom uses an aluminium spaceframe chassis which Rolls-Royce dubs "The Architecture of Luxury". The Phantom is the first Rolls-Royce to use this new architecture which will later be used in the Cullinan SUV and other future Rolls-Royce models.[5][6]
The Phantom is fitted with self-levelling air springs and electronic dampers front and rear. It is fitted with a double wishbone front axle and a 5-link rear axle.[5][4]
The Phantom VIII is the first Rolls-Royce to be fitted with four-wheel steering. The system turns the rear wheels in the opposite direction to the front wheels at speeds lower than 60 km/h (37 mph) to improve maneuverability. At speeds above this threshold the rear wheels turn in the same direction as the front wheels to increase high-speed stability.[5]
The Phantom is exclusively available with a twin-turbocharged 6.75-litre V12 engine.[5]
ZF's 8HP 8-speed automatic transmission is the sole gearbox option. This is linked to a GPS receiver which analyses the car's location and speed to optimise shift timing.[1][5]
| Model | Displacement | Power | Torque | Top speed | 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phantom | 6,750 cm3 (412 cu in) | 563 hp (420 kW) @ 5,000 RPM | 900 N⋅m (664 lb⋅ft) @ 1,700 RPM | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 5.1 seconds |
| Phantom Extended Wheelbase | 6,750 cm3 (412 cu in) | 563 hp (420 kW) @ 5,000 RPM | 900 N⋅m (664 lb⋅ft) @ 1,700 RPM | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 5.3 seconds |
Equipment
The technology of the VIII Phantom represents a significant step forward over that of the VII and brings it in line with other contemporary luxury cars.
It is fitted with the following:
- Night vision
- Active cruise control
- Head-up display
- WiFi hotspot for up to ten devices
- Wireless Apple CarPlay integration
- Laser headlights with high-beam range of more than 600 metres
Production
The Phantom will be produced at Rolls-Royce’s plant in Goodwood, West Sussex.
Production is expected to commence in early 2018.
References
- ^ a b c "Rolls-Royce Phantom revealed as eight generation luxury flagship". Autocar. 2017-07-27. Retrieved 2017-07-27.
- ^ Zhang, Benjamin (July 27, 2017). "The all-new Rolls-Royce Phantom is a modern private jet for the road". Business Insider. Retrieved July 29, 2017.
- ^ a b "New Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII revealed". Car Magazine. 2017-07-27. Retrieved 2017-07-27.
- ^ a b c d e f "The new Rolls-Royce Phantom". Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. 2017-07-27. Retrieved 2017-07-27.
- ^ Warren, Tamara (July 27, 2017). "The Rolls-Royce Phantom design opens doors for an electric future". The Verge. Retrieved July 29, 2017.
- ^ "2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom: The Eight Generation of Ultimate luxury". Car & Driver. 2017-07-27. Retrieved 2017-07-28.
External links
Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII
| This article, Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII, has recently been created via the Articles for creation process. Please check to see if the reviewer has accidentally left this template after accepting the draft and take appropriate action as necessary.
Reviewer tools: Inform author |