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Rolls-Royce Ghost

Overview

First generation

production	September 2009 – 2020
model years	2010–2020
designer	Andreas Thurner (2006) Charles Coldham (interior)
platform	BMW L6‡R4R‡
related	BMW 7 Series (F01) Rolls-Royce Wraith Rolls-Royce Dawn
engine	6.6 L N74B66 V12-T
transmission	8-speed 8HP90 automatic

length	5399 mm 5569 mm (Extended Wheelbase)

width	1948 mm

height	1550 mm

weight	2490 kg 2520 kg (Extended Wheelbase)

sp	uk

The Rolls-Royce Ghost is a full-sized luxury car manufactured by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. The "Ghost" nameplate, named in honour of the Silver Ghost, a car first produced in 1906, was announced in April 2009 at the Auto Shanghai show. The production model was officially unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The Ghost Extended Wheelbase was introduced in 2011. During development, the Ghost was known as the "RR04". It was designed as a smaller, "more measured, more realistic car" than the Phantom, aiming for a lower price category for Rolls-Royce models.

According to a statement by BMW AG, this generation of automobile, with an internal combustion engine, is to be produced until 2030, at which point the company intends to manufacture electric models only.[2]

200EX concept (2009)

The Rolls-Royce 200EX, officially unveiled at the March 2009 Geneva Motor Show, indicated the styling direction of the production model Ghost. The Ghost's design is virtually unaltered.[3]

First generation

The official name of the Rolls-Royce Ghost was originally announced in April 2009, the vehicle was officially unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, and went on sale in September 2009.[5][6] Delivery in the UK and Europe began late in 2009, while in other markets (including the US and Asia Pacific region) deliveries began from the second quarter 2010.[7] The Ghost Extended Wheelbase was unveiled in 2011.[8]

Ghost Series I (2009–2014)

The Ghost was designed by Andreas Thurner and Charles Coldham and engineered by Helmut Riedl, who led the development of the larger Rolls-Royce Phantom.[9][10] The Ghost, codenamed RR04 during its design phase, was developed to compete with vehicles significantly less expensive than the Phantom, such as the Bentley Flying Spur and V12 engine versions of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.[11]

The Ghost is based on a platform shared with the F01 BMW 7 Series.[12] The company concedes that 20% of parts are common to both cars. The Ghost has a 129.7 in wheelbase, roof height, bonnet height and track widths all of its own, and the Ghost uses Phantom-style air springs. The car also shares the

Second generation

The next-generation Ghost was seen testing for the first time on 24 January 2019. The model was fully revealed on 1 September 2020.[1] Unlike the first generation, this car shares the same platform as the eighth-generation Phantom and the Cullinan SUV.

The latest Ghost iteration features all-wheel drive, all-wheel steering, a so-called "Planar" suspension and a new illuminated grille. The "Planar" suspension incorporates additional dampers and mass designed to address high-frequency vibrations. The illuminated grille, the first of its type to appear on a Rolls-Royce, features spokes illuminated by lights housed within the top triangular portion of the traditionally shaped grille.

Unlike its predecessor, the new Ghost features the Rolls-Royce "Starlight headliner" in the interior which was previously limited to only the Phantom cars starting from the special edition of the Rolls-Royce Phantom (seventh generation), the Phantom Celestial. The interior is also claimed to be more detailed than its predecessor's.[19]

The new Ghost, with its new Interior and exterior features, is priced from US$311,900 upwards.[19]

Specifications

First generation

Engines

The Rolls-Royce Ghost features a modified version of the BMW N74 V12 engine, called the N74B66.

Transmissions

All models include a ZF 8-speed automatic gearbox.[24]

Performance

The Ghost can accelerate from 0 to 60 mi/h in 4.7 seconds, and has an electronically limited top speed of 155.3 mph.[25]

Engines

External links

References

Post Opulence: Rolls-Royce Reveals the Super-Luxury Consumer Insights That Informed New Ghost Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, 28 July 2020, retrieved 7 October 2020^
Rolls-Royce Will be BMW Group's Second All-Electric Brand 30 September 2021^
Rolls-Royce Ghost V-Spec (2014) first official pictures

Ghost Series II (2014–2020)

Rolls-Royce introduced the updated Series II Ghost at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.

Visual changes over the Series I Ghost include re-sculpted headlights, and unbroken daytime running lights. The Series II also gained a tapered 'wake channel' on the bonnet, emanating from the Spirit of Ecstasy's wings. Chrome inserts were added to the front air intakes, which had been enlarged so as to feed more cooling air to the front brakes. The bumpers were also subtly revised, while the side character line Rolls-Royce calls a "waft line" was slanted further forward. New alloy wheel and colour options were also offered. Like the 2009 Ghost, the 2014 Ghost Series II was designed by Andreas Thurner.

On the inside, Rolls-Royce fitted redesigned front seats, and reangled the rear seats so as to allow for easier communication with other passengers. The clock fascia and instrument dials gained polished metal chaplets that evoke premium watch design. Natural grain leather could now be fitted to the A and C pillars, and two new veneers became available.

Technical modifications include redesigned front and rear struts coupled to new steering gear, as well as adjusted dampers and new rear hydraulic axle bearings. The Series II also gained advanced LED headlights. With the Series II Rolls-Royce also offers a "Dynamic Driving Package" that they claim offers a more involving driving experience. "Satellite Aided Transmission" technology was added to all Ghosts, which utilises GPS data, as well as analysing the driving style of the driver, to select the most appropriate gear.[16]

Series II Black Badge

The Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge is a high performance variant of the Series II Ghost.

The Rolls-Royce Ghost black badge differs from the regular model as it has its exterior features coloured black such as the Spirit of Ecstasy and the exhaust system which are coloured silver in the Standard model. The car is also equipped with the unique Black Badge rim system.

The car has a 6.6-litre V12 engine which delivers a maximum power of 603 hp at 5,250 rpm and a maximum torque of 620 lb·ft at 1,650 – 5,000 rpm. The car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h. Its power-to-weight ratio is 176.3 W/kg.[17]

The current Rolls-Royce Black Badge lineup includes the Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Wraith and the Dawn Black Badge cars.[18]

Rolls-Royce Ghost

200EX concept (2009)

First generation

Ghost Series I (2009–2014)

Second generation

Specifications

First generation

Engines

Transmissions

Performance

Engines

See also

External links

References

Ghost Series II (2014–2020)

Series II Black Badge

Series II Black Badge

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