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Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé
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Decision summary
KIA Carens vs Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé: the short answer
Carens and Phantom Drophead Coupé are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Five key differences
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Specification
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Maximum Power
Carens85 kW @ 4000 rpm
Phantom Drophead Coupé338 kW @ 5350 rpm
Maximum Torque
Carens250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm
Phantom Drophead Coupé720 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Engine Size
Carens1493 cc
Phantom Drophead Coupé6749 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Carens18.9 km/l
Phantom Drophead Coupé6.76 km/l
Ground Clearance
Carens180 mm
Phantom Drophead Coupé132 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
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KIA Carens
1.5D SX Auto
Hagalu editorial rating
4.4/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Carens
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Carens
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Intercooler
Yes
Not confirmed
Rev Matching
No
Not confirmed
Performance Data Logger
No
Not confirmed
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Keyless ignition
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Keyless ignition
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
Not confirmed
Engine Check Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Drag Coefficient
0.34
Not confirmed
Roof Load
50 kg
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded
1660 l
Not confirmed
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Response
Normal
Not confirmed
Skid Plates
No
Not confirmed
Side Steps
No
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel
Temporary Spare
No spare wheel; run-flat tyres
Tyre Repair Kit
No
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
Not confirmed
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Speed Limiter
Yes
Not confirmed
Speed Alert System
Yes
Not confirmed
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
Not confirmed
Surround View Monitor
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Dampers
No
Not confirmed
Wireless Charging
Yes
Not confirmed
Voice Command
Yes
Not confirmed
Voice Command Support
Yes
Not confirmed
Digital Speedometer
Yes
Not confirmed
Driver Display
Digital Cluster
Not confirmed
Heads Up Display
Yes
Not confirmed
Tachometer
Yes
Not confirmed
Trip Computer
Yes
Not confirmed
Multi Function Steering
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
Not confirmed
Air Conditioning
Yes
Dual-zone front climate control with rear ventilation ducts
Climate Control
Yes
Dual-zone front climate control with rear ventilation ducts
Climate Zones
2
Not confirmed
Rear Air Conditioning
Yes
Not confirmed
Glovebox Cooling
No
Not confirmed
Seat Type
Leather Seats
Not confirmed
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Seat Split
Yes
Not confirmed
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Armrest
Yes
Not confirmed
Vanity Mirror
Yes
Not confirmed
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Power Outlet
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
Not confirmed
Keyless Entry
Yes
Hands-free entry
Push Button Start
Yes
Keyless ignition
Push Button Start
Yes
Keyless ignition
Remote Engine Start
No
Not confirmed
Remote Start
No
Not confirmed
Remote Central Locking
Yes
Not confirmed
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Fuel Lid Opener
Remote
Not confirmed
Boot Opener
Remote
Not confirmed
Power Windows
Yes
Four one-touch power windows
Power Mirrors
Yes
Not confirmed
Heated Mirrors
Yes
Not confirmed
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
Not confirmed
Electric Mirror Folding
Yes
Not confirmed
Remote Side Mirror
Yes
Not confirmed
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
Not confirmed
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
Not confirmed
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Standard
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Defogger
Yes
Not confirmed
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Not confirmed
Tail Lamps
Yes
Not confirmed
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not confirmed
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
Not confirmed
Headlamp Washer
No
Not confirmed
Panoramic Roof
No
Not Applicable
Roof Antenna
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Wing
Yes
Not confirmed
Aero Kit
No
Not confirmed
Chrome Grille
Yes
Not confirmed
Chrome Exterior Highlights
No
Not confirmed
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
Not confirmed
Electric Tailgate
No
Power-closing boot lid
Powered Tailgate
No
Not confirmed
Service Reminder
Yes
Not confirmed
Trim Level
flagship
Not confirmed
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Not confirmed
Accelerator 0 100
11.5 sec
Not confirmed
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Not confirmed
Diff Lock
No
Not confirmed
Difflock
No
Not confirmed
Vdc
Yes
Not confirmed
TPMS
Yes
Tyre-pressure alert
Sonar
Yes
Not confirmed
Automatic High Beam
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Not confirmed
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Not confirmed
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Not confirmed
Bottle Holders
4
Not confirmed
Glove Box
Yes
Not confirmed
Manual Aircon
Yes
Not confirmed
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
Not confirmed
Passive Entry Start
Yes
Not confirmed
Wireless Charger
Yes
Not confirmed
Lift Gate
No
Not confirmed
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Yes
Not confirmed
Power Socket 12v
Yes
Not confirmed
Sound System
8
15
Roof Rack Compatibility
Yes
Not confirmed
Mirror
Electric
Not confirmed
Stabilizer Bar Front
Yes
Not confirmed
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Yes
Not confirmed
Sub Frame
Unibody
Not confirmed
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not confirmed
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not confirmed
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not confirmed
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not confirmed
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not confirmed
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not confirmed
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not confirmed
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not confirmed
Source Model Column
carens
Not confirmed
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not confirmed
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not confirmed
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not confirmed
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not confirmed
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not confirmed
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not confirmed
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not confirmed
Unlocking
Yes
Hands-free entry
Walk Away Lock
Yes
Not confirmed
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Wiper
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Wipers Type
Yes
Not confirmed
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
Not confirmed
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
Not confirmed
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
Not confirmed
Centre Console
Centre Armrest
Not confirmed
Side Impact Bars
Yes
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded
1660 l
Not confirmed
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.3
Not confirmed
AC Type
Yes
Dual-zone front climate control with rear ventilation ducts
Sunroof
No
Not Applicable
Engine Warranty
5 Years / Unlimited km
Not confirmed
Rim Size
215/55 R17
Front 8 x 21; rear 9.5 x 21
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Fuel Octane Requirement
B7 Diesel
Designed for 95 RON; minimum 91 RON
Variable Valve Timing
No
Not confirmed
Particulate Filter
DPF
Not confirmed
Fuel Evaporation Control
No
Not confirmed
Green NCAP Rating
4
Not confirmed
Start Stop System
Yes
Not confirmed
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Not confirmed
Noise Level
67 dB
Not confirmed
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not confirmed
Idle CO2 Output
139
Not confirmed
CO2 Emissions
139 g/km
347 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
139
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
18.9 km/l
6.76 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Yes
No automatic engine stop/start
Emission Standard
Euro 6
EU5
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
540.54 km (calculated theoretical)
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Claimed Mileage
18.9 km/l
6.76 km/l
City Mileage
15.3 km/l
4.39 km/l
Highway Mileage
22.1 km/l
9.80 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
80 l
Fuel Tank Litres
45
80
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Engine Position
Front Transverse
Not confirmed
Number of Gears
6
8
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Steering-column automatic selector; no manual mode
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Not confirmed
Clutch Type
Dry Dual Clutch
Torque converter
Paddle Shifters
Yes
No
Final Drive Ratio
3.63
3.154
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
Differential Lock
No
Not confirmed
LSD Available
No
Not confirmed
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
15.1:1
Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds
6
8
Axle Layout
FWD
Two axles
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
No
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not confirmed
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not confirmed
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not confirmed
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic
8-speed automatic / 8HP70
Transmission Type
Automatic Transmission
8-speed automatic / 8HP70
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Automatic
8-speed automatic / 8HP70
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Engine immobiliser
Brake Override System
Yes
Not confirmed
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Tyre-pressure alert
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Side Airbags
Yes
Front head-thorax airbags
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Applicable
Side Impact Beams
Yes
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Front and rear
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Driver and front-passenger seat-belt warning sensor
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Driver and front-passenger seat-belt warning sensor
Whiplash Protection
Yes
Not confirmed
ABS
Yes
Standard
BA
Yes
Dynamic Brake Control
EBD
Yes
Standard
Brake Assist
Yes
Dynamic Brake Control
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Dynamic Stability Control (ESP)
Stability Control
Yes
Dynamic Stability Control (ESP)
TCS
Yes
Dynamic Traction Control
Traction Control
Yes
Dynamic Traction Control
Hill Hold
Yes
Electric parking brake with hill hold function
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Electric parking brake with hill hold function
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
AEB
Yes
Not confirmed
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
Not confirmed
Lane Change Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not confirmed
Fatigue Detection
Yes
Not confirmed
Speed Alert System
Yes
Not confirmed
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Applicable
Safety Rating
5
Not confirmed
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
ISOFIX child-seat brackets
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Central Locking
Yes
Not confirmed
Alarm System
Yes
Not confirmed
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Not confirmed
Airbags
6
6
Knee Airbag
No
Front active knee protection
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
Not confirmed
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Alternator
Yes
Not confirmed
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 l
Not confirmed
Engine Oil Change Interval
15000
Not confirmed
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
4 years, unlimited kilometres
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
4 years, unlimited kilometres
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
4 years, unlimited kilometres
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
Not confirmed
Service Interval
15000
Not confirmed
First Service At
15000
Not confirmed
Approx Service Cost
R3,800 per service
Not confirmed
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
Not confirmed
Service Intervals
15000
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Real-world City Mileage Min
12.5 l/100km
Not confirmed
Real-world City Mileage Max
16.2 l/100km
Not confirmed
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
19.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
22.3 l/100km
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
EV Mode
No
Not confirmed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Not confirmed
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not confirmed
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not confirmed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not confirmed
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Not confirmed
Reversing Camera
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear View Camera
Yes
Rear-view camera
Reverse Camera
Yes
Rear-view camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Parking Sensors
Yes
Front and rear
Park Assist
Yes
Front/rear parking assistance with multi-view cameras
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Standard
Auto Wipers
Yes
Rain-sensing variable-speed wipers
Auto Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Eco Mode
Yes
Not confirmed
Sport Mode
Yes
Not confirmed
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Emergency Braking
Yes
Not confirmed
Pre-Collision System
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not confirmed
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
Not confirmed
Around View Monitor
Yes
Standard
Surround View Camera
Yes
Standard
Parking Distance Sensors
Yes
Not confirmed
Parking Sensor
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Camera
Yes
Not confirmed
Automatic High Beam
Yes
Not confirmed
Rain Sensor Wipers
Yes
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Locking Differential
No
Not confirmed
Approach Angle
16 deg
Not confirmed
Departure Angle
18 deg
Not confirmed
Ramp Breakover Angle
16 deg
Not confirmed
Ramp-over Angle
14 deg
Not confirmed
Recovery Hooks
No
Not confirmed
Underbody Protection
No
Not confirmed
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Min
185 mm
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max
185 mm
Not confirmed
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not confirmed
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not confirmed
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not confirmed
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not confirmed
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not confirmed
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not confirmed
Approach Angle Deg
16 deg
Not confirmed
Departure Angle Deg
18 deg
Not confirmed
Breakover Angle
16 deg
Not confirmed
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Applicable
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Wheelbase
2780 mm
3320 mm
Doors
5 doors
2 doors
Seating Capacity
7 seats
4 seats
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
175 mm
132 mm
Payload Capacity
562 kg
420 kg
Towing Capacity
750 kg
0 kg
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Length
4550 mm
5612 mm
Width
1800 mm
1987 mm
Height
1734 mm
1566 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
132 mm
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
6.55 m
Kerb Weight
1488 kg
2630 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2050 kg
3050 kg
Front Headroom
1062 mm
1026 mm
Rear Headroom
1045 mm
943 mm
Front Legroom
1031 mm
1040 mm
Rear Legroom
928 mm
936 mm
Boot/Cargo Space
216 l
315 l
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
80 l
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Body Type
MPV
Not confirmed
Wing Mirror Type
Electric
Not confirmed
Rear Wiper
Yes
Not confirmed
Led Headlights
Yes
Standard
LED Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Standard
DRL
Yes
Standard
Led Taillights
Yes
Not confirmed
Fog Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Fog Lamps
Yes
Front fog/driving lights
Front Fog Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Roof Type
Standard
Not confirmed
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Applicable
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not confirmed
Body Cladding
No
Not confirmed
Chrome Exterior Finish
No
Not confirmed
Door Handle Finish
Body Colour
Not confirmed
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple
44,000 factory hues plus Bespoke custom colours
Exterior Colour Options
5
Not confirmed
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
Not confirmed
Auto Headlights
Yes
Not confirmed
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not confirmed
Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Headlights
Yes
Standard
Headlight Type
Yes
Standard
Exterior Mirror Folding
Yes
Not confirmed
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
Not confirmed
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Front fog/driving lights
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not confirmed
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Colour
Not confirmed
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not confirmed
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not confirmed
Electric Blind Sunroof
Standard
Not confirmed
Front Overhang
830 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Overhang
940 mm
Not confirmed
Alloy Wheel Design
Alloy
Not confirmed
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Applicable
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Chassis Type
Unibody
Not confirmed
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Double-wishbone pneumatic suspension with self-levelling air springs and continuous electronic damping
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
Not confirmed
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
Not confirmed
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic
Not confirmed
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
Not confirmed
Power Steering
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Column
Adjustable
Not confirmed
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Double-wishbone pneumatic suspension with self-levelling air springs and continuous electronic damping
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Not confirmed
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic
Not confirmed
Chassis Material
Unibody
Not confirmed
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Track Width
1563 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Track Width
1587 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam
Multi-link pneumatic suspension with self-levelling air springs and continuous electronic damping
Rear Suspension Type
Coupled Torsion Beam
Multi-link pneumatic suspension with self-levelling air springs and continuous electronic damping
Rear Axle Type
Coupled Torsion Beam
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Steering Type
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Not confirmed
Rear USB Ports
Yes
Not confirmed
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
Rear AC Vents
Yes
Not confirmed
Heated Seats
Yes
Optional three-stage heating, front and rear
Cooled Seats
Yes
Not confirmed
Ventilated Seats
Yes
Not confirmed
Seat Material
Leather
Natural-grain leather
Fabric Seats
No
Not confirmed
Leather Seats
Yes
Not confirmed
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power
10-way electric with lumbar adjustment and two-position memory
Adjustable Driver Seat
8-Way Power
Not confirmed
Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power
Not confirmed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Manual
10-way electric with lumbar adjustment and two-position memory
Adjustable Front Seat
4-Way Manual
Not confirmed
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
Not confirmed
Memory Seats
Yes
Not confirmed
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Not confirmed
Folding Rear Seats
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Headrest
Adjustable
Not confirmed
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
Not confirmed
Front Armrest
Centre Armrest
Not confirmed
Rear Armrest
Yes
Not confirmed
Door Map Pockets
Yes
Not confirmed
Cup Holders
4
Not confirmed
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Not confirmed
Interior Colour Options
Black
Not confirmed
Interior Courtesy Lamps
7-seat layout with sliding second row (EX+), 10.25-inch touchscreen (EX+), panoramic sunroof (SX), ventilated front seats (SX), digital cluster (SX), full ADAS suite (SX), 6 airbags
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Down
1660
Not confirmed
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Seat Trim
Leather
Hand-stitched natural-grain leather
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
Not confirmed
Driver Seat
8-Way Power
Not confirmed
Seat Fold Type
Yes
Not confirmed
Armrest Front
Centre Armrest
Not confirmed
Armrest Rear
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Yes
Not confirmed
Interior Colours
Black
Not confirmed
Interior Trim Colour
Black
Not confirmed
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room
1421 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room
1441 mm
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Front Brake Disc Diameter
300 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc, 370 mm
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Not confirmed
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
262 mm
Not confirmed
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
Not confirmed
Front Tyre Width
235 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Tyre Width
235 mm
Not confirmed
Wheel Type
Alloy
Not confirmed
Tyre Type
Radial
Not confirmed
Tyre Load Index
107
Not confirmed
Tyre Speed Rating
H
Not confirmed
Spare Tyre
Temporary Spare
No spare wheel; run-flat tyres
Spare Wheel Type
Temporary Spare
No spare wheel; run-flat tyres
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Tyre-pressure alert
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
Not confirmed
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel Size Type
Temporary Spare
Not confirmed
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Electromechanical parking brake acting on the rear wheels
Electric Park Brake
Electronic
Not confirmed
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
Not confirmed
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather
Not confirmed
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Not confirmed
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Not confirmed
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Auto Brake Hold
Electronic
Not confirmed
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc, 374 mm
Brake Type Front
Disc
Not confirmed
Tyre Size
215/55 R17
Front 255/50 R21 106W; rear 285/45 R21 109W
Wheel Rim Size
215/55 R17
Front 8 x 21; rear 9.5 x 21
Wheel Diameter
215/55 R17
Front 8 x 21; rear 9.5 x 21
Wheel Material
Alloy
Not confirmed
Wheels
Alloy
Not confirmed
Wheel Size Type
215/55 R17
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Infotainment Screen
12.3
8.8-inch front monitor
Infotainment Display
12.3
Not confirmed
Infotainment System
12.3-inch Touchscreen
Navigation and infotainment system
Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
8.8-inch front monitor
Touchscreen
12.3
8.8-inch front monitor
Navigation System
Yes
Not confirmed
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Not confirmed
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Not confirmed
Android Auto
Yes
Not confirmed
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Hands-free calling
USB Ports
4
Standard
Rear Usb
Yes
Not confirmed
AUX Input
No
Not confirmed
Wi-Fi Hotspot
No
Not confirmed
Number of Speakers
8
15
Premium Audio
Yes
Not confirmed
FM Radio
Yes
Not confirmed
Radio
Yes
Not confirmed
Voice Recognition
Yes
Not confirmed
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
Traditional analogue instrument dials
Head Up Display
Yes
Not confirmed
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Not confirmed
Multi Information Display
Digital
Not confirmed
Display Audio
12.3-inch Touchscreen
Not confirmed
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
Not confirmed
Connected Services
Yes
Not confirmed
Audio Speakers
8
15
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
4
Not confirmed
Voice Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Audio
Yes
Not confirmed
Audio System
Yes
Not confirmed
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
Not confirmed
Basic Warranty
5 Years / Unlimited km
4 years, unlimited kilometres
Warranty Years
5 Years / Unlimited km
4 years, unlimited kilometres
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited km
Not confirmed
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited km
Not confirmed
Warranty
5 Years / Unlimited km
4 years, unlimited kilometres
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited km
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Body Style
MPV
Convertible
Model Year
2026
2016
Segment
MPV
Ultra-luxury convertible
Vehicle Type
MPV
Passenger car
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Not confirmed
Color Note
Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Blue, Pewter Olive, Snow White Pearl
Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg
1745 kg
Not confirmed
Facelift Version Ending
Current
2016
Production Status
active
discontinued
Model Introduced Year
2026
Not confirmed
Generation
Fourth-generation Kia Carens (KY) facelift; South African launch May 2026
Phantom VII two-door Drophead Coupé; the archived profile uses the exact Series II World specification listed for South Africa in 2016.
Facelift History
Current facelift launched in South Africa in May 2026
Phantom Series II was introduced in 2012; Phantom Drophead Coupé production ended in 2016.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2012
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Ownership Role
Flagship
Historical South African new-car derivative: a 2007 local launch was announced prospectively, local presence is confirmed by 2011, and an April 2016 listing plus final-commission evidence establish the end-period bound; exact South African tenure remains unverified.
Price Zar
599995 ZAR
Not confirmed
Pricing Role
Current official retail price
Historical price on application
Starting Price
599995
Not confirmed
Starting Price Zar
599995
Not confirmed
Spec
Carens
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
6.749-litre V12
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1493 cc
6749 cc
Cylinders
4
12
Cylinder Layout
Inline
V
Valves
16
48
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
16.0:1
11.0:1
Bore
75 mm
92 mm
Stroke
84.5 mm
84.6 mm
Maximum Power
85 kW @ 4000 rpm
338 kW @ 5350 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Code
D4FA
N73B68A
Maximum Torque
250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm
720 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
170 km/h
240 km/h
0-100 km/h
13.1 sec
5.8 sec
Quarter Mile
18.4 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
No
Low
Rev Limiter
4500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
57.1 kW/tonne
128.5 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
168.0 Nm/tonne
273.8 Nm/tonne
In depth: how these cars differ
This Carens and Phantom Drophead Coupé comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Carens 39 vs Phantom Drophead Coupé 95.
Efficiency index: Carens 72 vs Phantom Drophead Coupé 31.
Safety-equipment index: Carens 93 vs Phantom Drophead Coupé 86.
Practicality index: Carens 56 vs Phantom Drophead Coupé 49.
Ownership-cover index: Carens 54 vs Phantom Drophead Coupé not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Phantom Drophead Coupé leads by 6 points
Carens and Phantom Drophead Coupé are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Phantom Drophead Coupé
Performance
95/100
Efficiency
31/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
49/100
Carens
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
72/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
56/100
Ownership
54/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexRolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé
leads the specification evidence index with 68 pts
vs 62 pts for Carens
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Phantom Drophead Coupé leads. However, Carens may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Continue with closely related South Africa models and comparable body styles.
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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