Rolls-Royce Ghost

Rolls-Royce Ghost
Overview
Manufacturer Rolls-Royce Motor Cars (BMW)
Production 2009–present
Model years 2010–present
Assembly United Kingdom: West Sussex, England (Goodwood plant)
Designer
  • Andreas Thurner (2006)
  • Charles Coldham (interior)
Body and chassis
Class Full-size luxury car (F)
Body style 4-door saloon
Layout FR layout
Related
Powertrain
Engine 6.6 L N74B66 V12-T
Transmission 8-speed 8HP90 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase
  • 3,295 mm (129.7 in)
  • 3,465 mm (136.4 in) (Extended Wheelbase)
Length
  • 5,399 mm (212.6 in)
  • 5,569 mm (219.3 in) (Extended Wheelbase)
Width 1,948 mm (76.7 in)
Height 1,550 mm (61 in)
Kerb weight
  • 2,490 kg (5,490 lb)
  • 2,520 kg (5,560 lb) (Extended Wheelbase)
Chronology
Predecessor Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

The Rolls-Royce Ghost is a British full-size 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. During development, the Ghost was known as the "RR04". Designed as a smaller, "more measured, more realistic car" than the Phantom, aiming for a lower price category for Rolls-Royce models, the retail price is around £170,000. The production model was officially unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The Ghost Extended Wheelbase was introduced in 2011.

200EX concept (2009)

Rolls-Royce 200EX.

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.[1]

First generation

Initial release

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.[2][3] Delivery in the UK and Europe began late in 2009, while in other markets (including the USA and Asia Pacific region) deliveries began from the second quarter 2010.[4] The Ghost Extended Wheelbase was unveiled in 2011.[5]

Design

The Ghost was designed by Andreas Thurner and engineered by Helmut Riedl, who led the development of the larger Rolls-Royce Phantom.[6][7] 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.

The Ghost is based on a heavily modified platform shared with the F01 BMW 7 Series.[8] The company concedes that 20% of parts are common to both cars. The Ghost has a 129.7-inch (3,290 mm) 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 FlexRay electronic system with its larger stablemate.[9] The car has a curb weight of 5,445 lb (2,470 kg).[9]

Like other current Rolls-Royce models, the Ghost uses parent company BMW's iDrive user interface; unlike the Phantom series, the Spirit of Ecstasy bonnet ornament along with more functions, are controlled using the system.[10]

Engines

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

Petrol engines[11]
ModelYearsType/codePower@rpm, Torque@rpm
Ghost2009-6,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)@5250, 780 N⋅m (575 lb⋅ft)@1500
Ghost Extended Wheelbase2011-6,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)@5250, 780 N⋅m (575 lb⋅ft)@1500

Transmissions

All models include ZF 8-speed PRNDLTronic automatic gearbox.[12]

Performance

The engine allows the Ghost to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 4.7 seconds, and has an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).[13]

Manufacturing

The Rolls-Royce Ghost is built on its own dedicated production line at the Goodwood plant, sharing paint, wood and leather workshops with the Phantom series.[14]

2013 model year update

Engines

Petrol engines
ModelYearsType/codePower@rpm, Torque@rpm
Ghost2012–6,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)@5250, 780 N⋅m (575 lb⋅ft)@1500
Ghost Extended Wheelbase2012–6,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)@5250, 780 N⋅m (575 lb⋅ft)@1500
Ghost V-Specification20146,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)600 PS (441 kW; 592 hp)@?, 780 N⋅m (575 lb⋅ft)?
Ghost Extended Wheelbase V-Specification20146,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)600 PS (441 kW; 592 hp)@?, 780 N⋅m (575 lb⋅ft)?

2014 model year update

Ghost Series II (2014-)

Interior

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.

On the inside, Rolls-Royce fitted re-designed front seats, and re-angled 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 re-designed 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.[15]

Series I

Series II

Engines

Petrol engines[16][17][18][19]
ModelYearsType/codePower@rpm, Torque@rpm
Ghost (780Nm)2014-6,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)@5250, 780 N⋅m (575 lb⋅ft)@1500
Ghost Extended Wheelbase (780Nm)2014-6,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)@5250, 780 N⋅m (575 lb⋅ft)@1500
Ghost (820Nm)2016-6,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)@5250, 820 N⋅m (605 lb⋅ft)@1500
Ghost Extended Wheelbase (820Nm)2016-6,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)@5250, 820 N⋅m (605 lb⋅ft)@1500
Ghost Black Badge2016-6,592 cc (402.3 cu in) V12 twin turbo (N74B66)612 PS (450 kW; 604 hp)@5250, 840 N⋅m (620 lb⋅ft)@1650-5000

Transmissions

Petrol engines
ModelYearsType/code
Ghost (780Nm)2014-8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP90)
Ghost Extended Wheelbase (780Nm)2014-8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP90)
Ghost (820Nm)2016-8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP95)
Ghost Extended Wheelbase (820Nm)2016-8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP95)
Ghost Black Badge2016-8-speed automatic (ZF 8HPG95)

See also

References

  1. ↑ http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/first-official-pictures/rolls-royce/rolls-royce-ghost-v-spec-2014-first-official-pictures/
  2. ↑ ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS NAMES RR4
  3. ↑ ROLLS-ROYCE TO UNVEIL GHOST AT FRANKFURT MOTOR SHOW
  4. ↑ ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS CONFIRMS GHOST FIGURES
  5. ↑ ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS AT AUTO SHANGHAI 2011
  6. ↑ Steve Cropley (2009-02-19). "Rolls-Royce 200EX: full details". Autocar. Retrieved 2009-05-02.
  7. ↑ Editions - Contributors Andreas Thurner
  8. ↑ Sam Hardy (Feb 2009). "Rolls Royce 200EX revealed". AutoExpress.
  9. 1 2 Rolls-Royce Builds a Real Car: High-tech BMW underpinnings meet classic English cosseting in the new Ghost. Got $245,000? The Wall Street Journal
  10. ↑ 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé -- Car Tour, YouTube.com, 24 July 2011, Accessed 2 August 2011.
  11. ↑ DeLorenzo, Matt (March 2010). "Rolls-Royce Ghost: The spirit moves you". Road & Track. 61 (7): 30. Archived from the original on 23 January 2010. Retrieved 30 January 2010.
  12. ↑ CONFIRMED: Rolls-Royce RR4 getting 500+HP turbo V12, 8-speed gearbox
  13. ↑ "Rolls Royce Ghost Unveiled At Frankfurt Motor Show". Automoblog.net.
  14. ↑ Shanghai 2009: Rolls-Royce ditches RR4 for Ghost nameplate
  15. ↑ "GHOST SERIES II PRESS KIT". www.press.rolls-roycemotorcars.com. Retrieved 2017-04-24.
  16. ↑ GHOST Technical specification (PDF), Rolls Royce motor cars .
  17. ↑ GHOST EXTENDED WHEELBASE Technical specification (PDF), Rolls Royce motor cars .
  18. ↑ Ghost Black Badge Technical specification (PDF), Rolls Royce motor cars .
  19. ↑ GHOST SERIES II PRESS KIT, Rolls Royce motor cars .
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