Bentley Continental vs. Rolls-Royce Phantom
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Bentley Continental and Rolls-Royce Phantom contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Bentley Continental and the Rolls-Royce Phantom.
In comparing the Bentley Continental's and the Rolls-Royce Phantom's specifications and ratings, the Bentley Continental has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Rolls-Royce Phantom has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Bentley Continental's and the Rolls-Royce Phantom's specifications and ratings, the Rolls-Royce Phantom is a better car than the Bentley Continental.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Bentley Continental’s base engine makes 552 horsepower, and the Rolls-Royce Phantom base engine makes 453 horsepower. The Continental is rated to deliver an average of 10 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The Phantom is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. This gives the Rolls-Royce Phantom the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Bentley Continental. The Continental uses ethanol, gasoline, and the Phantom uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Rolls-Royce Phantom has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Bentley Continental has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
184200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
398970
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Exotic Large Cars)
317207
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Exotic Large Cars)
256650 - 398970
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
51
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
35079
# Good or Great Deals:
10
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Exotic Large Cars)
91252
Category Avg Price Range:
(Exotic Large Cars)
86639 - 95864
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
20941
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Bentley Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Rolls-Royce Phantom Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Bentley Continental
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Rolls-Royce Phantom
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.6113751693092496
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8521151833780151
Typical Category Recalls:
(Exotic Large Cars)
0.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Exotic Large Cars)
0.5 - 0.9
Bentley Continental Rankings
Not yet available
Rolls-Royce Phantom Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Bentley Continental Trim Levels
Flying Spur, Flying Spur Speed, GT, GT Speed, GT V8, Supersports ISR
Rolls-Royce Phantom Trim Levels
Base, EWB
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
552 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
479 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.099 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
453 hp @ 5350 rpm
Torque:
531 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
W
Number of Cylinders:
12
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
8 / 13 / 10
Range (city/hwy):
264 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
12
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 19 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Power outlet:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.4 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
113.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5567 lbs
Width:
86.4 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
208.3 inches
Wheelbase:
121 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5840 lbs
Width:
78.3 inches
Height:
64.5 inches
Length:
230 inches
Wheelbase:
140.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/50R21
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