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Rolls-Royce Phantom vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (445,700 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Rolls-Royce Phantom or BMW 3 Series Saloon?

Rolls-Royce Phantom vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences

Rolls-Royce Phantom

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  • barely more power
  • somewhat more trunk space
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BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Phantom costs 445,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 405,772 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Phantom with 15.5 L/100km. The difference is about 13.1 L/100km.

3 Series Saloon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Rolls-Royce Phantom offers barely more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Rolls-Royce Phantom takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Phantom delivers markedly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,560 kg. The difference is around 985 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Phantom offers somewhat more boot space – 548 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries slightly more – 495 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £39,900
3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 96 - 101 km
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Rolls-Royce Phantom

The Phantom stands as the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship, effortlessly merging opulence with unparalleled performance. With its iconic design and attention to detail, this flagship sedan commands respect on the road while cocooning its passengers in sumptuous comfort. Every journey in the Phantom is an experience, where timeless elegance meets cutting-edge technology.

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Rolls-Royce Phantom
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Costs and Consumption
Price
445,700 - 514,300 £
Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
15.5 - 15.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
351 - 361 g/km
co2
54 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,560 - 2,610 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
548 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,018 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
390 - 440 kg
Payload
405 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
571 HP
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
900 Nm
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
420 kW
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
6,749 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Brand
BMW
Is the Rolls-Royce Phantom offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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