Rolls-Royce Phantom

A black Phantom at the kerb

A black Phantom makes sense outside a Downtown hotel: formal, unmistakable and never in a hurry to prove itself. It has the presence expected of a Rolls-Royce, but the appeal is just as much inside. The cabin feels sheltered from the bustle outside, and the ride stays composed as the route changes from Sheikh Zayed Road to slower city streets.

Its size is worth respecting. Hotel valets are an easy fit for the occasion; tighter Marina parking spaces and speed bumps call for a little more patience.

For the moments that call for it

This Phantom suits a wedding arrival or a business guest whose journey should feel considered from the start. It also makes a fine choice for a visit to Abu Dhabi, where its quiet cabin and unhurried character suit the longer stretch of road. For photographs, the black finish gives the car a clean, formal look without needing an elaborate setting.

It is a luxury sedan rather than something to take out for a spirited drive. The pleasure here is in the calm, substantial way it carries people, particularly through a day with several stops.

What to know before booking

The Phantom is a black, four-door sedan with five seats, an automatic transmission and a petrol 6.75L twin-turbo V12 producing 563 hp. Those figures tell part of the story; on the road, its defining quality is how little effort the journey seems to ask of its passengers.

If you want to rent a Rolls-Royce in Dubai, this Phantom is AED 4,950 per day. There is no security deposit on this car, and the minimum age is 18. Insurance is included, with free delivery and pickup in Dubai. Every rental includes 250 km per day.