Rolls-Royce Ghost 2 Sedan (2020)
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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% (not directly comparable across industries)
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% (not directly comparable across industries)
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
Extended Wheelbase | Standard Wheelbase | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Cargo Capacity | 507 L / 17.9 cu-ft | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Passengers | 4 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Chassis | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Brakes | Front | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Brakes | Rear | Ventilated discs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Power Steering | Electric Steering | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Suspension | Front | Double-wishbone | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Suspension | Rear | Multi-link | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Construction | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Body Style | 4-door Sedan | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Platform | Architecture of Luxury | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dimensions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Size | Height | 1571 mm / 61.9 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Size | Length | 5716 mm / 225.0 in | 5546 mm / 218.3 in | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Size | Width | 2148 mm / 84.6 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Weight | 2530.0 kg / 5577.7 lbs | 2490.0 kg / 5489.5 lbs | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Wheelbase | 3465 mm / 136.4 in | 3295 mm / 129.7 in | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Performance | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h | 4.8 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph | 4.6 sec | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
CO2 Emission | 348 ~ 359 g/km | 347 ~ 358 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fuel Economy | 15.3 L/100km / 15.4 MPG (combined) | 27.1 L/100km / 8.7 MPG (urban) | 12.3 L/100km / 19.1 MPG (highway) | 15.2 L/100km / 15.5 MPG (combined) | 27.0 L/100km / 8.7 MPG (urban) | 12.3 L/100km / 19.1 MPG (highway) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Top Speed | 250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Powertrain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Displacement | 6.75 L | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Power | 571.0 hp / 425.8 kW @ 5000 rpm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Torque | 850 Nm / 626.9 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Engine | Type | Bi-turbocharged direct-injected petrol V12 engine with 4 values per cylinder | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Transmission | Gears | 8-speed | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Transmission | Type | Automatic | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Production | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Availability | 2020 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debut | 2020-09-01 | 2020-09-24 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Made In | UK |
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External Reviews
autocar[1]
Reviewer score 93%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.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Comfortable to drive
- Impressive powertrain
- Very quiet
Cons
- Not the most luxurious
- Noisy in the back seat
autocar[2]
Reviewer score 90%The Black Badge treatment came first on the Wraith in 2016. It now arrives on the second-generation Ghost. It is no mere sporty trim level or special edition with a black paint finish. There is more power, and a new driving mode that does things like sharpen gearshifts and throttle response.
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Pros
- Comfortable to drive
- Powerful V12 engine
Cons
- More expensive than the standard Ghost
- Alternatives are more fun to drive
autoexpress[3]
Reviewer score 83%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.
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Pros
- Sleek looks
- Excellent infotainment system
Cons
- No longer a Rolls-Royce
- More expensive than its predecessor
autoexpress[4]
Reviewer score 88%The new Ghost is based on Rolls-Royce's latest aluminium chassis that it refers to as the ‘architecture of luxury' The 6.75-litre V12 twin-turbo develops 563bhp and 850Nm of torque. Ride quality and comfort are perhaps the Ghost's strongest qualities. It is difficult to think of a more relaxing and cosseting car to cover ground in.
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Pros
- Gorgeous looks
- Impressive refinement
- Excellent infotainment system
Cons
- No driving modes
- Nothing in particular
carmagazine[5]
Reviewer score 82%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.
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Pros
- More refined than the last
- More fun to drive
- Better handling
Cons
- More expensive than the competition
cnet[6]
Reviewer score 91%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.
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Pros
- Superb all-wheel drive
- Gorgeous interior
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Laggy infotainment tech
- No Android Auto
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References
- ^ Rolls-Royce Ghost 2020 review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/rolls-royce/ghost/first-drives/rolls-royce-ghost-2020-review. 2020-09-14. Retrieved 2022-07-05.
- ^ Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge 2021 UK review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/rolls-royce/ghost/first-drives/rolls-royce-ghost-black-badge-2021-uk-review. 2021-10-28. Retrieved 2022-07-05.
- ^ Rolls-Royce Ghost review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/rolls-royce/ghost. 2021-01-21. Retrieved 2022-07-05.
- ^ New Rolls-Royce Ghost 2020 review. [autoexpress]. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/rolls-royce/ghost/353205/new-rolls-royce-ghost-2020-review. 2020-09-18. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ New Rolls-Royce Ghost review: less and more. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/rolls-royce/ghost-saloon/. 2020-09-17. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost first drive review: An exemplar of luxury. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2021-rolls-royce-ghost-preview/. 2020-10-29. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
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