A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Phantom Extended Series IIPetrol8-Speed AutomaticCurrent
Price on request
⚡ 420 kW🔧 900 Nm⛽ 6.21 km/l
＋Add a 3rd car
At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformancePhantom Extended
⛽Fuel EconomyDzire
🛡SafetyPhantom Extended
📦PracticalityPhantom Extended
🔑OwnershipDzire
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Maximum Power
60 kW @ 5700 rpm
420 kW @ 5000 rpm
Maximum Torque
112 Nm @ 4300 rpm
900 Nm @ 1700 rpm
Engine Size
1197 cc
6749 cc
Claimed Mileage
21.7 km/l
6.21 km/l
Ground Clearance
145 mm
136 mm
Boot / Load Bay
378 l
530 l
Airbags
6
8
Kerb Weight
940 kg
2610 kg
Seating Capacity
-
-
Warranty
5
4 years; regional conditions apply
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Phantom Extended has a slight advantage, but Dzire remains highly competitive.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Phantom Extended
+70 pts
Efficiency
Dzire
+51 pts
Safety
Phantom Extended
+17 pts
Practicality
Phantom Extended
+7 pts
Ownership
Dzire
+27 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Dzire
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner
Phantom Extended
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Which One's Right for You?
Dzire
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Phantom Extended
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Model Introduced Year
2020
-
Generation
Second generation Dzire on HEARTECT platform — same structural architecture as the fifth-generation Swift, updated with Z12E DualJet engine for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
Eighth-generation Phantom Extended in long-wheelbase Series II form
Facelift History
Second-generation Dzire (ZD41S) introduced globally in 2017; engine updated to Z12E DualJet in SA specification for 2024 launch; minor equipment and colour updates in 2026.
The eighth-generation Phantom Extended was presented globally in 2017 and received its light-touch Series II evolution in 2022; its exact South African introduction year remains unverified
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2022
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Sedan
Extended-wheelbase four-door luxury saloon
Color Note
Arctic White Pearl, Grandeur Grey Metallic, Midnight Black Pearl, Burning Red Pearl, Speedy Blue
-
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
Sedan
Extended-wheelbase full-size super-luxury saloon
Vehicle Type
Sedan
Internal-combustion passenger car
Tare Mass Kg
940 kg
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Front-engine, rear-wheel drive with all-wheel steering
LSD Available
Not Applicable
-
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No lockable differential
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
No
Engine Position
Transverse Front-Mounted
-
Gearbox
CVT Automatic
8-speed ZF automatic
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
2.81:1
Number of Gears
CVT
8
Transmission Type
Automatic
8-speed ZF automatic
Clutch Type
Torque Converter with CVT Belt Drive
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
-
Drivetrain
FWD
Rear-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
No
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
CVT Automatic
8-speed ZF automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
Rear-wheel-drive power delivery with active rear-axle steering
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No lockable differential
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
CVT
8
Gear Shift Type
CVT Automatic
Satellite Aided automatic gear selection
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Claimed Mileage
21.7 km/l
6.21 km/l
City Mileage
17.8 km/l
5.10 km/l
Highway Mileage
25 km/l
8.08 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
90 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 6e (B6e)
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Automatic start/stop: No
Average Fuel Consumption
4.6 l/100km
16.1 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
4.6 l/100km
16.1 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
4.6 l/100km
16.1 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
21.7 km/l
6.21 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
4.6 l/100km
16.1 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
4.6 l/100km
16.1 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
4.6 l/100km
16.1 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
37
90
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
559-577 km (calculated from 90 L and 15.6-16.1 l/100 km WLTP)
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
-
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Airbags
6
8
ABS
Standard
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Dynamic Stability Control
Traction Control
Standard
Dynamic Traction Control
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
No
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Rear child-safety locks
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
ISOFIX child-seat mounts
Brake Assist
Standard
Dynamic Brake Control
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Low tyre-pressure warning
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Engine immobiliser
Central Locking
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard — Front
Front driver and passenger seatbelt warning sensors
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Park Distance Control, front and rear
AEB
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
BA
Standard
Dynamic Brake Control
Brake Override System
Not Available
-
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Front Head Protection System
Driver Airbag
Standard
Driver airbag
EBD
Standard
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Engine immobiliser
Fatigue Detection
Not Available
-
Hill Hold
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Front-passenger airbag
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard — Front
Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters
Side Airbags
Standard
Front side-impact airbags
TCS
Standard
Dynamic Traction Control
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Active front knee protection
ABS EBD
Standard
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard — Front
Front driver and passenger seatbelt warning sensors
Stability Control
Standard
Dynamic Stability Control
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Cruise Control
Standard
Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control available on the exact current Phantom family
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Active Cruise Control
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Alertness Assistant
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Speed Limit Information
Auto Highbeam
Standard
High-Beam Assistance
Auto Lights
Not Available
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Active Cruise Control
Park Assist
Not Available
Park Assist and Reversing Assistant
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Emergency Braking
Standard — Low Speed AEB
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Collision Warning with Brake Function
Front Camera
Not Available
-
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
-
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
-
Reverse Camera Type
Rear View Camera
-
Reversing Camera
Rear View Camera
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Seat Material
Fabric with Leather Trim
A-grade leather hides with Bespoke alternatives
Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-way
-
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Front and rear
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Front ventilated seats fitted to the referenced exact 2026 vehicle
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Yes
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
-
Rear USB Ports
1 USB Type-A
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel
Instrument Cluster Type
Multi-Information Display (MID)
-
Interior Colour Options
5
-
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 6-way
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-way
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Fabric Seats
Fabric with Leather Trim
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-way
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Driver Seat
Manual 6-way
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
9-inch touchscreen on GL+ with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, rear view camera from GL+, push-button start from GL+, six airbags on GL+ CVT, AEB and lane departure warning on GL+ CVT, manual air conditioning standard, ch
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric with Leather Trim
-
Interior Colours
5
-
Seat Belt Warning
Standard — Front
-
Seat Trim
Fabric with Leather Trim
Leather seat trim fitted to the referenced exact 2026 vehicle; Bespoke alternatives available
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Automatic four-zone climate control
Power Windows
Standard
Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down
Keyless Entry
Standard
Comfort Access keyless entry
Push Button Start
Standard
Push Button Start
Wireless Charging
15W Wireless Charging
Wireless smartphone charging
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Power open/close luggage compartment
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
AC Type
Manual Air Conditioning
Automatic four-zone climate control
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Climate Zones
Manual Air Conditioning
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Standard
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
-
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Push Button Start
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Push Button Start
Engine Warranty
4 Years
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
4.6
-
Heads Up Display
Not Available
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
No
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Power Mirrors
Standard
-
Push Button Start
Standard
Push Button Start
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Seat Type
Fabric with Leather Trim
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Standard — Front
-
Skid Plates
Not Available
-
Spare Wheel
Space Saver Spare Wheel
No spare wheel
Stabilizer Bar
Standard
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
-
Tail Lamps
LED Tail Lamps
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt Adjustable
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt Adjustable
-
Voice Command
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
-
Voice Command Support
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
-
Accelerator 0 100
13.2 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Automatic four-zone climate control
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
-
Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Difflock
Not Available
-
Digital Speedometer
Multi-Information Display (MID)
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Front Wiper
Standard
-
Front Wipers Type
Standard
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Manual Aircon
Manual Air Conditioning
-
Mirror
Standard
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Standard
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Not Available
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rear LED Combination Taillights
LED Tail Lamps
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Standard
-
Rim Size
15 Inches
21- and 22-inch approved fitments
Sound System
4
16
Source Model Column
dzire
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Stabilizer Bar Front
Standard
-
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Standard
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt Adjustable
-
Sub Frame
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
Trim Level
flagship
-
Unlocking
Standard
Comfort Access keyless entry
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
-
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
-
Walk Away Lock
Standard
-
Wireless Charger
15W Wireless Charging
Wireless smartphone charging
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
378 l
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Length
3995 mm
5982 mm
Width
1735 mm
2018 mm
Height
1525 mm
1656 mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm
3772 mm
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
90 l
Kerb Weight
940 kg
2610 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
145 mm
136 mm
Boot/Cargo Space
378 l
530 l
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Front Headroom
-
1046.48 mm
Payload Capacity
-
685 kg
Towing Capacity
-
0 kg
Rear Headroom
-
977.9 mm
Front Legroom
-
1041.4 mm
Rear Legroom
-
1348.74 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
136 mm
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
3295 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
-
6.9 m
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol
Cylinders
3
12
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
48
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
10.0:1
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Top Speed
160 km/h
250 km/h
Engine Code
Z12E
N74B68A
Cylinder Layout
Inline
V
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Twin Turbocharged
Bore
73 mm
89 mm
Stroke
95.5 mm
90.4 mm
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Low
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
6749 cc
Transmission
CVT
8-Speed Automatic
0-100 km/h
13.2 sec
5.4 sec
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Maximum Power
60 kW @ 5700 rpm
420 kW @ 5000 rpm
Maximum Torque
112 Nm @ 4300 rpm
900 Nm @ 1700 rpm
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
63.8 kW/tonne
160.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
119.1 Nm/tonne
344.8 Nm/tonne
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
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Bluetooth wireless technology
Number of Speakers
4
16
Navigation System
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Multi-Information Display (MID)
12.3-inch colour TFT display with LED backlighting
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Infotainment System
9-inch Touchscreen
SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Voice Recognition
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
-
Infotainment Screen Size
9-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen, concealed behind retractable veneer when not in use
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
-
Infotainment Display
9-inch Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
1 USB Type-A
-
Audio Speakers
4
16
Audio System
4
-
Display Audio
9-inch Touchscreen
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
1 USB Type-A
-
Head Up Display
Not Available
-
Infotainment Screen
9-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen, concealed behind retractable veneer when not in use
Multi Information Display
Multi-Information Display (MID)
-
Connected Services
Standard
-
Voice Control
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless Android Auto
-
Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen, concealed behind retractable veneer when not in use
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
USB Ports
1 USB Type-A
USB Type-C ports
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
LED Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRL
Daytime-running lights
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Front fog lamps
Roof Rails
Not Available
No; vehicle not approved for roof loads
Alloy Wheel Design
15-inch Alloy Wheels
-
Roof Type
Not Available
-
Rear Wiper
Standard
-
Body Type
Sedan
-
DRL
LED DRL
Daytime-running lights
Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Led Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
Led Taillights
LED Tail Lamps
-
Rear Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Auto Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
-
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED DRL
Daytime-running lights
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
Standard
-
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Front fog lamps
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector Headlights
-
Headlamps
LED Projector Headlights
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
Headlight Type
LED Projector Headlights
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
Headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
Bespoke exterior paint commissions, including client-created colours
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Approach Angle
0 deg
-
Departure Angle
0 deg
-
Wading Depth
0 mm
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No lockable differential
Underbody Protection
Not Available
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
0 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
1 Rear Tow Hook
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
No
Ramp-over Angle
0 deg
-
Approach Angle Deg
0 deg
-
Breakover Angle
0 deg
-
Departure Angle Deg
0 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Crawl Control
Not Available
-
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
-
Terrain Response System
Not Available
-
Underbody Camera
Not Available
-
Wading Depth Mm
0 mm
-
Ground Clearance Max
145 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
145 mm
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Tyre Size
185/65 R15
255/50 R21 109H M+S all-round; 255/45 R22 107Y front and 285/40 R22 110Y rear; 255/50 R21 109Y front and 285/45 R21 113Y rear
Wheel Type
15-inch Alloy Wheels
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver Spare Wheel
No spare wheel
Front Brake Disc Diameter
236 mm
-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
190 mm
-
Parking Brake Type
Conventional Handbrake
-
Tyre Load Index
84
-
Tyre Speed Rating
H
-
Wheel Rim Size
15 Inches
21- and 22-inch approved fitments
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Drum
-
Spare Tyre
Space Saver Spare Wheel
No spare wheel
Tyre Type
185/65 R15
-
Wheel Diameter
15 Inches
21- and 22-inch approved fitments
Auto Brake Hold
Conventional Handbrake
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard — Low Speed AEB
-
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Electric Park Brake
Conventional Handbrake
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Space Saver Spare Wheel
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
-
Wheel Material
15-inch Alloy Wheels
-
Wheel Size Type
15 Inches
-
Wheels
15-inch Alloy Wheels
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Double-wishbone front axle with self-levelling air suspension
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Five-link rear axle with self-levelling air suspension
Chassis Type
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
-
Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
-
Steering Column
Tilt Adjustable
-
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
-
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
-
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic Gas Dampers
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Double-wishbone front axle with self-levelling air suspension
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
-
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Five-link rear axle with self-levelling air suspension
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic Gas Dampers
-
Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
-
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 Months
-
Approx Service Cost
Approx R1,800–R2,400 per Service
-
Battery Warranty
12 Months
-
Maintenance Plan
Not Included
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
-
First Service At
1,000 km Inspection
-
Service Plan Duration
Not Included
4 years / unlimited km
Service Plan Distance
Not Included
4 years / unlimited km
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection
-
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
-
Engine Oil Capacity
2.9 l
-
Service Plan
Not Included
4 years / unlimited km
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Warranty Years
5
4 years; regional conditions apply
Warranty Kilometers
5
4 years; regional conditions apply
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
-
Basic Warranty
5
4 years; regional conditions apply
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
-
Warranty
5
4 years; regional conditions apply
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
CO2 Emissions
115 g/km
364 g/km
Start Stop System
Not Available
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
-
Noise Level
67 dB
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
93 RON Unleaded
95 RON; minimum 91 RON
Particulate Filter
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
Green NCAP Rating
Not Independently Rated
-
Idle CO2 Output
Within Euro 5 Limits
-
Fuel Evaporation Control
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
115
-
Variable Valve Timing
Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Real-world City Mileage Min
5.5 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Max
7.0 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
4.8 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
5.8 l/100km
-
Owner Review Count
8
-
Spec
Dzire
Phantom Extended
Ownership Role
Flagship
Chauffeur-focused flagship with the rear suite as the centre of ownership
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Phantom Extended
Performance
96/100
Efficiency
29/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
67/100
Ownership
44/100
Dzire
Performance
26/100
Efficiency
80/100
Safety
82/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
71/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended
wins with 71 pts
vs 62 pts for Dzire
In structured scoring, Phantom Extended emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Dzire may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the Phantom Extended edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: Dzire 80 vs Phantom Extended 29. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: Dzire 82, Phantom Extended 99. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: Dzire 71, Phantom Extended 44. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: Dzire 60, Phantom Extended 67. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Dzire 26, Phantom Extended 96. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The Phantom Extended edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Phantom Extended scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between Dzire and Phantom Extended in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Dzire scores 26 vs 96.
Efficiency: Dzire scores 80 vs 29.
Safety: Dzire scores 82 vs 99.
Practicality: Dzire scores 60 vs 67.
Ownership: Dzire scores 71 vs 44.
Final structured scoring gives Phantom Extended
the advantage in this comparison.
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