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Rolls-Royce Ghost I 6.6 V12 48V (570 Hp)
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Rolls-Royce Ghost:
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....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Rolls-Royce Ghost (I). With 780 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2360 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.9 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Rolls-Royce Ghost I was not officially tested by Euro NCAP, a common occurrence for ultra-luxury, low-volume vehicles. However, it features extensive passive and active safety systems expected of its class.
6.6 V12 48V (570 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The twin-turbocharged 6.6L V12 delivers effortless, immense power and torque, ensuring serene acceleration (4.9s 0-100km/h) and high-speed cruising capability despite the vehicle's substantial weight. It's perfectly suited for a luxury limousine, offering refinement and a commanding presence.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large twin-turbo V12 in a heavy luxury sedan, fuel economy is not a strong suit. Consumption figures are high, especially in urban environments, though for its target audience, this is a secondary concern.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled comfort and refinement
- • Powerful and smooth V12 engine
- • Prestigious brand image and exclusivity
- • Exquisite interior craftsmanship and materials
- • Serene and effortless driving experience
Cons:
- • Very high purchase price and running costs
- • Significant fuel consumption
- • Large dimensions can be challenging in urban settings
- • Complex electronics can lead to expensive maintenance
- • High depreciation from new
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2014): 2016 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Rolls-Royce |
| Model: | Ghost |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.6 V12 48V (570 Hp) |
| Start of production: | April, 2009 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 570 Hp @ 5250-6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 86.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 780 Nm |
| Engine Model/Code: | N74B66A [Same engine] More details about the engine N74B66A |
| Engine displacement: | 6600 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 11 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.1 kg/Hp, 241.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3 kg/Nm, 330.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2360 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5399 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1948 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1550 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3295 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front suspension | Air suspension |
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