KIA K2500 vs Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
VS
Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended
Phantom Extended Series II
Petrol
8-Speed Automatic
Current
Price on request
⚡ 420 kW
🔧 900 Nm
⛽ 6.21 km/l
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Decision summary
KIA K2500 vs Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended: the short answer
Phantom Extended has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2500.
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm | Phantom Extended420 kW @ 5000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | Phantom Extended900 Nm @ 1700 rpm |
| Engine Size | K25002498 cc | Phantom Extended6749 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K25009.5 km/l | Phantom Extended6.21 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2500195 mm | Phantom Extended136 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended
Phantom Extended Series II
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2500
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Phantom Extended
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Phantom Extended
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2000 | - |
| Generation | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine | Eighth-generation Phantom Extended in long-wheelbase Series II form |
| Facelift History | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production | 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 | Original current-generation version | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | Extended-wheelbase four-door luxury saloon |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | Extended-wheelbase full-size super-luxury saloon |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1980 kg | - |
| Vehicle Type | Van | Internal-combustion passenger car |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5160 mm | 5982 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 2018 mm |
| Height | 2120 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 3772 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 136 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | 136 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 90 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 530 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1980 kg | 2610 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3500 kg | 3295 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1000 kg | 685 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | 0 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 12.5 m | 6.9 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | 1046.48 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | 977.9 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1041.4 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | 1348.74 mm |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1530 mm | - |
| Rear Track Width | 1580 mm | - |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Double-wishbone front axle with self-levelling air suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Five-link rear axle with self-levelling air suspension |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | - |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | Double-wishbone front axle with self-levelling air suspension |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Five-link rear axle with self-levelling air suspension |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 2200 mm | - |
| Load Bed Width | 1600 mm | - |
| Climate Control | No | Automatic four-zone climate control |
| Power Windows | No | Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down |
| Keyless Entry | No | Comfort Access keyless entry |
| Push Button Start | No | Push Button Start |
| Wireless Charging | No | Wireless smartphone charging |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Power open/close luggage compartment |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Window Defroster | No | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | No | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | - |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | - |
| AC Type | No | Automatic four-zone climate control |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | - |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Manual | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | No | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.46 | - |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | - |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Push Button Start |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Push Button Start |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Front Power Outlet | No | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 10.5 | - |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Manual | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | - |
| Heads Up Display | No | - |
| Hill Start Assist | No | - |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | Yes | - |
| Multi Function Steering | No | - |
| Panoramic Roof | No | No |
| Performance Data Logger | No | - |
| Power Mirrors | No | - |
| Push Button Start | No | Push Button Start |
| Rear Defogger | No | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | - |
| Rear Seat Split | No | - |
| Rear Wing | No | - |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | - |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Vinyl Seats | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | No spare wheel |
| Speed Alert System | No | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | No | - |
| Steering Response | Normal | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | No | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror | No | - |
| Voice Command | No | - |
| Voice Command Support | No | - |
| Air Conditioning | No | Automatic four-zone climate control |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | No | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | - |
| Diff Lock | No | - |
| Difflock | No | - |
| Digital Speedometer | No | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | No | - |
| Front Wipers Type | No | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Heated Mirrors | No | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | - |
| Lift Gate | No | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 2200 mm | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1600 mm | - |
| Manual Aircon | No | - |
| Mirror | Manual | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | No | - |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | - |
| Powered Tailgate | No | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | No | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | No | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Rim Size | 195R15C | 21- and 22-inch approved fitments |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | No | - |
| Sound System | 2 | 16 |
| Source Model Column | k2500 | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Surround View Camera with 3D view |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | No | Low tyre-pressure warning |
| Trim Level | top | - |
| Unlocking | No | Comfort Access keyless entry |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | - |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | - |
| Vdc | No | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | - |
| Walk Away Lock | No | - |
| Wireless Charger | No | Wireless smartphone charging |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol |
| Engine Code | J2T | N74B68A |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2498 cc | 6749 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 12 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | V |
| Valves | 8 | 48 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Twin Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Bore | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Stroke | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Maximum Power | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm | 420 kW @ 5000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 900 Nm @ 1700 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 | RWD | RWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 250 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 5.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | No | Low |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 35.4 kW/tonne | 160.9 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 113.6 Nm/tonne | 344.8 Nm/tonne |
| 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 |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | 8-speed ZF automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive with all-wheel steering |
| LSD Available | No | - |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | No lockable differential |
| Paddle Shifters | No | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.30 | 2.81:1 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 8 |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | 8-speed ZF automatic |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | Torque converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | - |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | Satellite Aided automatic gear selection |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 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 | No | No |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | 8-speed ZF automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | RWD | 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 | 5 | 8 |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 6.21 km/l |
| City Mileage | 8.0 km/l | 5.10 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.1 km/l | 8.08 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 90 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Euro 6e (B6e) |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Automatic start/stop: No |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 6.21 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 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 | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | 8 |
| ABS | No | Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System |
| Electronic Stability Control | No | Dynamic Stability Control |
| Traction Control | No | Dynamic Traction Control |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | No |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Hill Start Assist |
| Child Safety Lock | No | Rear child-safety locks |
| ISOFIX Mounts | No | ISOFIX child-seat mounts |
| Brake Assist | No | Dynamic Brake Control |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Low tyre-pressure warning |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Engine immobiliser |
| Alarm System | No | - |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Front driver and passenger seatbelt warning sensors |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Park Distance Control, front and rear |
| Whiplash Protection | No | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| AEB | No | Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function |
| BA | No | Dynamic Brake Control |
| Brake Override System | Yes | - |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Front Head Protection System |
| Driver Airbag | No | Driver airbag |
| EBD | No | Electronic Brakeforce Distribution |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Engine immobiliser |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | No | Hill Start Assist |
| Passenger Airbag | No | Front-passenger airbag |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Front driver and passenger seatbelt warning sensors |
| Side Airbags | No | Front side-impact airbags |
| Stability Control | No | Dynamic Stability Control |
| TCS | No | Dynamic Traction Control |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | - |
| Knee Airbag | No | Active front knee protection |
| ABS EBD | No | Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | No | Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control available on the exact current Phantom family |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Active Cruise Control |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Lane Departure Warning with Active Return |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Lane Departure Warning with Active Return |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Parking Sensors | No | Park Distance Control, front and rear |
| Rear View Camera | No | Rear View Camera |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Surround View Camera with 3D view |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Alertness Assistant |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Speed Limit Information |
| Auto Highbeam | No | High-Beam Assistance |
| Auto Lights | No | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Park Distance Control, front and rear |
| Reverse Camera | No | Rear View Camera |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Active Cruise Control |
| Park Assist | No | Park Assist and Reversing Assistant |
| Around View Monitor | No | Surround View Camera with 3D view |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Collision Warning with Brake Function |
| Front Camera | No | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | - |
| Parking Sensor | No | - |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Pre-Collision System | No | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | - |
| Rear View Camera | No | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | - |
| Reversing Camera | No | - |
| Surround View Camera | No | Surround View Camera with 3D view |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | A-grade leather hides with Bespoke alternatives |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Heated Seats | No | Front and rear |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Front ventilated seats fitted to the referenced exact 2026 vehicle |
| Steering Type | Yes | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Rear Armrest | No | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | - |
| Cup Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue | - |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | No |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory |
| Fabric Seats | No | - |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory |
| Rear Headrest | No | - |
| Armrest Front | No | - |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | Grey | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | - |
| Interior Colours | Grey | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | No | - |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Leather seat trim fitted to the referenced exact 2026 vehicle; Bespoke alternatives available |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Apple CarPlay compatibility |
| Android Auto | No | Android Auto compatibility |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Bluetooth wireless technology |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 16 |
| Navigation System | No | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | 12.3-inch colour TFT display with LED backlighting |
| USB Ports | 0 | USB Type-C ports |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | Apple CarPlay compatibility |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | Android Auto compatibility |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Voice Recognition | No | - |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen, concealed behind retractable veneer when not in use |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | - |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | - |
| Rear Usb | No | - |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 16 |
| Audio System | Yes | - |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | - |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen, concealed behind retractable veneer when not in use |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | - |
| Connected Services | No | - |
| Voice Control | No | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | - |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 0 | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen, concealed behind retractable veneer when not in use |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Rolls-Royce LED headlights |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Daytime-running lights |
| Fog Lamps | No | Front fog lamps |
| Roof Rails | No | No; vehicle not approved for roof loads |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | Bespoke exterior paint commissions, including client-created colours |
| Roof Type | Cab | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | - |
| Rear Wiper | No | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | - |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | - |
| DRL | Yes | Daytime-running lights |
| Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Fog Lights | No | - |
| Led Headlights | No | Rolls-Royce LED headlights |
| Led Taillights | No | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Overhang | 870 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1400 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Daytime-running lights |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Front fog lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | - |
| Headlamps | No | Rolls-Royce LED headlights |
| Headlight Type | No | Rolls-Royce LED headlights |
| Headlights | No | Rolls-Royce LED headlights |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | No |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | - |
| Departure Angle | 17 deg | - |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Locking Differential | No | No lockable differential |
| Underbody Protection | No | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 15 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | Yes | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | No |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 25 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 15 deg | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | 17 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | - |
| 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 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195R15C | 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 | Steel | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | No spare wheel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 300 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 276 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 116 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 195R15C | 21- and 22-inch approved fitments |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | No spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | Radial | - |
| Front Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 195R15C | 21- and 22-inch approved fitments |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | No | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | No | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | No | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Low tyre-pressure warning |
| Wheel Material | Steel | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 195R15C | - |
| Wheels | Steel | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | - |
| Approx Service Cost | R2,000 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.0 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | - |
| First Service At | 7500 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 4 years / unlimited km |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 4 years / unlimited km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 4 years / unlimited km |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 4 years; regional conditions apply |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 4 years; regional conditions apply |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 4 years; regional conditions apply |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 4 years; regional conditions apply |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 275 g/km | 364 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | - |
| Noise Level | 78 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | No | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | B7 Diesel | 95 RON; minimum 91 RON |
| Particulate Filter | DPF | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 3 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 289 | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 275 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 11.7 l/100km | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Phantom Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Chauffeur-focused flagship with the rear suite as the centre of ownership |
| Price Zar | 460995 ZAR | - |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Price on application |
| Starting Price | 460995 | - |
| Starting Price Zar | 460995 | - |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2500 and Phantom Extended 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: K2500 41 vs Phantom Extended 96.
Efficiency index: K2500 40 vs Phantom Extended 29.
Safety-equipment index: K2500 0 vs Phantom Extended 95.
Practicality index: K2500 71 vs Phantom Extended 67.
Ownership-cover index: K2500 49 vs Phantom Extended 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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Specification Evidence Index
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-index readout
Phantom Extended leads by 35 points
Phantom Extended has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2500.
Evidence leader
75
/100
Lead
35
points
Data
79%
source coverage
75
#1
Evidence leader
Phantom Extended
79% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Performance 96
Check
Efficiency 29
Performance
96
Efficiency
29
Safety
95
Practicality
67
Leads by 35 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Phantom Extended +55
Efficiency
K2500 +11
Safety
Phantom Extended +95
Practicality
K2500 +4
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Phantom Extended
Performance
96/100
Efficiency
29/100
Safety
95/100
Practicality
67/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended
leads the specification evidence index with 75 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Phantom Extended leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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K2500 vs Phantom Extended questions
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.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.