Rolls-Royce has always stood for the kind of opulence that most of us can only dream about, so it might come across as a bit of an anomaly to hear the brand offering an entry-level model. That would be the Rolls-Royce Ghost, and like the entity that inspires its name, it’s still far from being tangible enough to becoming a reality in your garage.
The new Rolls-Royce Ghost is here to haunt the life choices you and your ancestors made
The second-generation model has just been revealed, featuring a larger grille, bigger LED headlamps, and the iconic Spirit of Ecstasy statuette that’s been relocated to the leading edge of the hood. That and the door umbrellas are about the only things this new iteration shares with the outgoing model. Well, not quite.
Bigger headlamps lifted from the Phantom flank the revised grille
For one thing, the previous chassis based on the BMW 7-Series drives off into the sunset, completely replaced by a dedicated platform that Rolls-Royce fancifully calls Architecture of Luxury. Shared with both the Cullinan SUV and Phantom flagship, the modular underpinnings are now lighter and stronger, says Rolls-Royce, providing greater torsional rigidity.
Revamped LED tail lamps and dual integrated tailpipes highlight the restyled rear
The new grille now features LED illuminators behind the strakes, dramatically lighting up the fascia in darkness. To their credit, Rolls-Royce designers toned down the rather loud effect on the first iteration of the feature by giving the trailing edges of the slats a dull finish, yielding a more elegant light display. The waft line near the bottom edge of the doors is now flat throughout compared to the previous Ghost. A redesigned rear roofline evokes speed better than before, accompanying angular tail lamps and a rounded trunk.
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The interior isn't as opulent as before (as if most of us can readily tell)
The cabin has been reworked as well, with a more subdued interior featuring a wider and flatter dashboard surface. As expected from a Rolls-Royce, it’s a marriage of the traditional and the modern, with abundant wood trim and leather material rubbing elbows with state-of-the-art onboard tech. Digital instrument gauges are rendered with a classic aesthetic, and the familiar starlight headliner still makes an appearance, whose design is echoed on the dashboard panel that lights up when the engine is started, accompanied by the Ghost branding.
You wouldn't be wrong in bringing a feather duster or lint roller every time you climbed aboard
The last remaining vestige of the old Ghost lies under the hood, a V12 that now comes in 6.8L guise, cranking out 563 hp and 850 Nm of torque. An 8-speed automatic transmission distributes the power to all four wheels. Self-leveling air suspension makes the new Ghost float through the pavement like, well, a specter on butter. The five-link rear axle is steerable, and the transmission gets additional input from GPS data to anticipate road conditions.
Evoking champagne wishes and caviar dreams, to quote the host of a popular lifestyle TV show
A projected base price of $332,500 (Php 16,162,992 at current exchange rates) is what “entry-level” means in the context of Rolls-Royce. It’s enough to give those of us in the working class (and our wallets) a deathly pallor.
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Know more about Rolls-Royce Ghost 2024
The Rolls-Royce Ghost is the British brand’s second four-door luxury sedan that follows the Phantom. Although it is remarkably smaller than the other models in the lineup, it still embodies the Rolls-Royce brand essence with the iconic Spirit of Ecstasy ornament standing proudly front and center of the bonnet. The exceptional luxury car is known as one of the best vehicles in the world, for good reason. Crafted without any compromises and built-in comfort, the driver-friendly luxury sedan is decked in the highest quality materials coupled with safety-oriented technological features such as a 9.2-inch head-up display and night vision. In true Rolls-Royce fashion, it also features the trademark magic carpet ride experience in all variants of the Ghost. Locally offered are two variants which are the Rolls-Royce Ghost V12 AT and the Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase V12 AT. Both are powered by a 6.6L Twin-turbo V12 gasoline engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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Rolls-Royce Ghost Launch
The Rolls-Royce Ghost was first introduced globally in April 2009. A couple of years later, the extended wheelbase variant was added to the lineup. The second-generation Ghost II Series was launched locally in March 2015 during the opening of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Manila’s dealership.
Rolls-Royce Ghost Exterior
The Rolls-Royce Ghost follows the brand’s design philosophy of simplicity and luxury. From its previous generation, the II Series model came with a redesigned front fascia flanked with LED headlamps with anti-glare technology. The grille decked in chrome is now taller and complemented by re-sculptured front bumpers that create a dominant yet elegant face.
Its hood also received an update on the wake channel that is derived from the Spirit of Ecstasy ornament which is angled forward further. Completing the look are 21-inch alloys.
The Rolls-Royce Ghost follows the brand’s design philosophy of simplicity and luxury.
Rolls-Royce Ghost Interior
Inside, the Ghost embodies a typical Rolls-Royce in a modern fashion. Passengers can expect the utmost pampering amid premium materials in the spacious cabin. Seats are wrapped in hand-stitched full-grain leather, which has been also redesigned and furnished with electronically adjustable thigh supports. It is the same type of leather used in its bigger sibling, the Phantom, but with a modified treatment to get the natural grain texture of the leather.
The signature Rolls-Royce clock and the instrument dials are trimmed with matte chrome centers, three-dimensional chrome edges, and polished metal chaplets displaying the brand’s precision for curated details.
Inside, the Ghost embodies a typical Rolls-Royce in a modern fashion.
Technology & Safety Features
The Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with two 9.2-inch screens, one of which is for infotainment while the other one is the head-up display. The Multi Information Display comes with a Trip Computer, radio and CD player, and a Bespoke Audio System with 18 speakers. For the driver’s convenience, the infotainment system comes navigation-ready.
In terms of safety, the Ghost is furnished with the bare necessities including an Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist, Immobilizer, Stability Control, and Front and Rear parking sensors. An advanced feature that is also a standard among Rolls-Royce vehicles is the Night Vision system which comes with pedestrian and animal recognition. Adding to the drive convenience are a push start button and cruise control.
Platform & Chassis
The 4-door 5-seater luxury sedan rides on the F01 platform similar to the latest BMW models. Like the rest of the British brand’s lineup, the Ghost features the signature Rolls-Royce "magic carpet ride" adaptive suspension. The second-generation model comes with an enhanced version with new hydraulic rear axle bearings and front and rear struts. Stopping power comes from ventilated discs all around.
Engine & Drivetrain
Under the hood of the Rolls-Royce Ghost is a 6.6-liter twin-turbo V12 gasoline engine mated to an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. It produces a powerful 570 hp and 820 Nm of torque and sends power exclusively to the rear wheels.
Rolls-Royce Ghost 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Rolls-Royce Ghost 2024 price in September in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
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| Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase V12 AT | PRICE ON REQUEST |
| Rolls-Royce Ghost V12 AT | PRICE ON REQUEST |
| Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge AT | PRICE ON REQUEST |
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