The eighth generation Rolls-Royce Phantom had its
Middle East debut at the 2017 Dubai Motor Show. Rolls-Royce showcased
the 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom EWB at the show.
The eighth-gen Rolls-Royce Phantom features an evolutionary
design and proportions largely carried over from its predecessor. On the
outside, it has new Pantheon front grille reminiscent of the futuristic design
seen on the grille of the Rolls-Royce Vision Next 100, sleeker headlamps
incorporating laserlight system with a range of over 600 metres, redesigned
bumpers, tailpipes and boot lid and more contemporary tail lamps with LED
lighting.
Inside too, changes are rather subtle in Rolls-Royce
Phantom, so as to retain the familiar look. The analogue clock has moved to the
inner end of the passenger-side dashboard. Perhaps the most evident change is
the new 12.3-inch virtual instrument cluster with LED backlighting that brings
the Phantom on par with other latest high-tech luxury cars. Of course, there are
new seats offering more comfort, and the fixed rear centre console has
incorporated a drinks cabinet that allows the owner to celebrate on the go.
The new generation Rolls-Royce Phantom is based on
‘The Architecture of Luxury’, an all-new aluminium spaceframe architecture that
will underpin every future Rolls-Royce. 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom EWB is 5,982
mm long, 2,018 mm wide and 1,656 mm tall. It has a 3,772 mm wheelbase. Under
the hood, is a 6.75-litre twin-turbo V12 petrol engine producing 571 PS and 900
Nm of torque. An 8-speed automatic transmission sends drive to the wheels.
Rolls-Royce has added four-wheel steering system in the Phantom to improve its
manoeuvrability.
The all-new Rolls-Royce Phantom’s deliveries
internationally will commence in January 2018.
