Rolls-Royce Ghost 2
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Product Overview
The 2nd-gen Rolls-Royce Ghost is a full-size luxury sedan based on the marque's proprietary Aluminium Spaceframe Architecture, "Architecture of Luxury". Slotted below the ultra-luxury Phantom VIII, it nonetheless represents the pinnacle of automotive opulence.
Unlike the Phantom VIII or its predecessor, the 2nd-gen Ghost offers AWD as a nod to the trend among high-end luxury vehicles. Still, the elongated engine bay offers a dash-to-axle ratio of the quintessential RWD luxury sedans. By placing its 6.75-litre V12 behind the front axle, the new Ghost achieves a balanced 50/50 weight distribution. Besides AWD, the 2nd-gen Ghost also comes with all-wheel steering as standard.
With over 100kg of acoustic damping materials, double-skinned bulkhead and floor sections, and double-glazed windows, the new Rolls-Royce Ghost offers exceptional acoustic insulation. Its engineers have given it an 18-channel, 1300W sound system to take advantage of this quality.
Compared to its predecessor, the new Ghost is almost 4 inches longer and just above an inch wider. Like all Rolls-Royce vehicles, customers have broad customization options.
The long-wheelbase variant, the Ghost Extended, is 170mm longer, providing even more rear legroom. A reclining Serenity Seat is available.
Ratings
What we found
Neofiliac score 80%
Pros
- Good performance
- Impressive refinement
Cons
- Too similar to the 760Li (which has since been discontinued)
- Not as customizable as the Phantom
- Still too conspicuous
- AWD nonsense
What external reviewers found
External score 87%
Pros
- Superb all-wheel drive
- Excellent infotainment system
- Impressive powertrain
- Gorgeous interior
- Impressive refinement
Cons
- Not the most luxurious
- More expensive than its predecessor
- Laggy infotainment tech
- No driving modes
- No Android Auto
- Noisy in the back seat
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Specifications
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External Reviews
autocar[1]
Reviewer score 93% (normalized by Neofiliac)The Ghost feels a more tightly screwed car than the bigger Rolls, albeit still comfortably in the realms of luxury. There's a relaxed gait and some low-frequency float to match the quietness, but less than you find in the Phantom. The Ghost steers with lightness and moderate speed but brilliant accuracy and a fingertip weight that barely changes.
Pros
- Comfortable to drive
- Impressive powertrain
- Very quiet
Cons
- Not the most luxurious
- Noisy in the back seat
autoexpress[2]
Reviewer score 83% (normalized by Neofiliac)The smallest Rolls-Royce is still grander than almost any other luxury car on sale. It's quiet, incredibly smooth-riding and can be specified with innumerable creature comforts. Available in both regular and extended-wheelbase variants, the standard Ghost is a sizeable beast, stretching 5545mm in length, 1979mm wide and 1552mm tall.
Pros
- Sleek looks
- Excellent infotainment system
Cons
- No longer a Rolls-Royce
- More expensive than its predecessor
carmagazine[3]
Reviewer score 82% (normalized by Neofiliac)There's a noticeably modern feel inside, with quality materials now centre stage rather than intricate details. This Ghost also gets all-digital dials with chrome surrounds, much like the Cullinan, while 100kg of soundproofing helps to push away the outside world. Four-wheel drive is present, as is four-wheel steering, and when combined with a punchy V12 this baby Rolls is more nimble and engaging than the last.
Pros
- More refined than the last
- More fun to drive
- Better handling
Cons
- More expensive than the competition
cnet[4]
Reviewer score 91% (normalized by Neofiliac)The Rolls-Royce Ghost is one of the smoothest-driving cars I've ever tested. It's powered by a 6.75-liter twin-turbo V12, with 563 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque. Because it shares a platform with the Cullinan, the Ghost now has all-wheel drive.
Pros
- Superb all-wheel drive
- Gorgeous interior
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Laggy infotainment tech
- No Android Auto
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