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As you’d expect from the latest member of the Phantom family, the heart of the Phantom Coupé is its all-aluminium 6749cc V12 engine. Using the most sophisticated engine technology available, including direct petrol injection, variable valve control and variable camshaft timing, it produces impressive maximum power and torque figures - 453bhp at 5350rpm and 531lb ft at 3500rpm - with peerless refinement and unmatched drivability.
Tuned to deliver Rolls-Royce’s legendary ‘waftability’ it gives 75% of its maximum torque at just 1000rpm, the remaining 25% arriving in one, sustained, linear stream as the driver squeezes the throttle. All this muscular accelerative power is delivered to the road through the rear wheels, via a six-speed automatic gearbox. Controlled by a column selector, the transmission uses shift-by-wire technology, which means there is no mechanical linkage between the selector and the transmission itself.
Equipped with a broad spread of ratios and specially programmed mode for spirited driving, this new transmission strategy enhances the Phantom Coupé’s sporting character, while preserving its seamless progress. Engaged via a button located on the steering wheel, the driver is fully able to exploit the V12’s engine’s power and accelerative potential, while automatic downshifting under braking brings an added sense of control and responsiveness.
Though effortless in delivery, the Phantom Coupé’s performance is truly spirited, with a 0-60mph time of just 5.6sec and an electronically governed top speed of 155mph.
Power of different kind is supplied by the Phantom’s electrical system. With a two liquid-cooled alternators and automatic charge management of the main battery and dedicated starter battery (both located beneath the boot floor for optimum weight distribution), you can use the Phantom’s entertainment systems without fear of draining the starter battery and compromising vehicle reliability.
