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Rolls-Royce Dawn 6.6 V12 (601 Hp) Automatic Black Badge
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Rolls-Royce Dawn:
The Rolls-Royce Dawn is a convertible luxury grand tourer manufactured by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. It was announced at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show.
The Rolls-Royce Dawn was built in order to replace the earlier 2-door open top car model, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé.
The Dawn was built on the platform of the Rolls-Royce Ghost, unlike the earlier model which was based on the 7th Generation Rolls-Royce Phantom, the flagship car model of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars until the arrival of the 8th Generation and the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupé....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Dawn Overview:
Rolls-Royce Dawn (Dawn). With 840 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2560 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.9 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Rolls-Royce vehicles are typically not subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing due to their bespoke nature and low sales volumes. However, they incorporate advanced passive and active safety features.
6.6 V12 (601 Hp) Automatic Black Badge Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Enhanced power output delivers a more assertive, yet still incredibly smooth, driving experience, befitting the Black Badge ethos with a touch more urgency.
Fuel Economy
Marginally higher fuel consumption than the standard V12, reflecting its increased power, but still within expectations for its class and target audience.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and comfort
- • Powerful and smooth V12 engine
- • Exquisite craftsmanship and materials
- • Iconic and commanding design
- • Exceptional ride quality
- • High level of exclusivity
Cons:
- • Extremely high purchase price
- • Significant fuel consumption
- • Large dimensions can be challenging in urban environments
- • High maintenance and running costs
- • Limited practicality compared to other luxury vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Dawn: 2015 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Rolls-Royce |
| Model: | Dawn |
| Generation: | Dawn |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.6 V12 (601 Hp) Automatic Black Badge |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 601 Hp @ 5250-6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 91.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 840 Nm @ 1650-4750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | N74B66A [Same engine] More details about the engine N74B66A |
| Engine displacement: | 6592 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 22.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.3 kg/Hp, 234.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3 kg/Nm, 328.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2560 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 321 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5285 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1947 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1502 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3112 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1618 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1665 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.7 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 255/45 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
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