Greater than six years after Malaysian launch of the eighth-generation Rolls-Royce Phantom, the updated Series II has now been made landfall here. First announced globally in May 2022, the Phantom Series II is being offered here in two versions with prices ranging from RM2.5 million exclusive of tax and any options.
The starting price tag is for the standard-wheelbase version, but should you need much more legroom within the rear, there’s the Prolonged variant which has an increased wheelbase of three,772 mm in comparison with the SWB that has 3,552 mm between its wheels. The Phantom Prolonged Series II starts from RM2.9 million, which is RM400,000 greater than SWB.
As with all Rolls-Royce models, personalisation options are seemingly infinite in case your checking account is filled enough. As a start, there are 44,000 colors so that you can pick from, with the one pictured here being Tempest Grey.
The Phantom Series II is powered by a 6.75 litre twin-turbo V12 that serves up 571 PS (563 hp or 420 kW) and 900 Nm of torque, with drive going to the rear wheels via a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission. When urgency is preferred over wafting, the luxurious palace on wheels will get from 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds (SWB) or 5.4 seconds (EWB) on their method to a top speed of 250 km/h.
While the powertrain stays familiar, there are some slight design changes that might not be obvious at first glance. For starters, there’s a brand new polished horizontal line between the daytime running lights above the Pantheon grille, which itself has been subtle reshaped to make sure the ‘RR Badge of Honour’ and Spirit of Ecstasy mascot appear more outstanding when viewed from the front.
Other revisions involve the headlamps, which now sport an intricate laser-cut bezel to create a visible reference to the Starlight Headliner on the within. Rolls-Royce has also expanded its catalogue to feature latest wheels, including a 3D-effect, milled stainless-steel option with triangular facets – this might be ordered in a totally or part-polished finish.
Another choice highlighted is a disc wheel for individuals who want to “recall the romance” of 1920’s Rolls-Royce models. Look closely on the space between the wheels and also you’ll also spot the what’s known as a heavily undercut “waft line” that visually signals the marque’s famed “magic carpet ride” provided by self-levelling air suspension.
The British carmaker also welcomed the feedback of its clients who’ve previously requested for a darkened chrome grille surround in addition to black bonnet reins, windscreen surround and side frame finishers, all of which can now be commissioned should you prefer a stealthy look.
Moving inside, you’ll find that the luxurious cabin looks almost unaltered, with one change being identified. For the person doing the driving, the steering wheel is now barely thicker, which Rolls-Royce says provides “a more connected and immediate point for contact for the owner-driver.”
Stepping away from the physical changes, the Phantom Series II comes with Rolls-Royce Connected, which enables owners to send an address on to the vehicle via Whispers, which is the brand’s “private members application.” If it seems like a posher companion app, that’s since it is, with other available functions being telematics and the flexibility to book a service appointment.
“We’re excited to have a good time the arrival of Phantom Series II to Malaysia. With its wealthy heritage and commanding design, a blank canvas for bespoke features, this pinnacle Rolls-Royce represents the epitome of timeless luxury, tailored to the discerning preferences of our distinguished clientele,” said Anas Zawawi Khalid, director of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Kuala Lumpur.
Once more, the Phantom Series II in SWB form starts from RM2.5 million, with the starting price increasing to RM2.9 million should you want the EWB variant. With taxes and options, the ultimate asking sum will undoubtedly shoot up considerably.
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This Article First Appeared At paultan.org
