The 2021 Rolls-Royce Dawn presents an exceptional reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.
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Specifications by model year
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | chassis_cab | 12 | 6.6 | Premium | 563 hp | 605 lb-ft | V12 | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2020 | chassis_cab | 12 | 6.6 | Premium | — | — | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2019 | chassis_cab | 12 | 6.6 | Premium | — | — | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2018 | chassis_cab | 12 | 6.6 | Premium | — | — | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2017 | chassis_cab | 12 | 6.6 | Premium | 563 hp | 605 lb-ft | V12 | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| 2016 | chassis_cab | 12 | 6.6 | Premium | — | — | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | currency | Base MSRP | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Base price | Note | msrp | pricing | Series | MSRP range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | USD | $356,500 | 0.9 | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | llm_estimate | 5/9/2026 | $356,500 | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $356,500, Confidence: 0.9, notes: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player, Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/9/2026 | Base price: $356,500, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — | $349,050 | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 player | — | Base price: $349,050, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 player | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — | $349,050 | — | — | Base price: $349,050, Series: RR6 | RR6 | — |
| 2017 | USD | $341,125 | 0.8 | MSRP for the 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn Convertible 2D ranged from $341,125 to $458,150, with the latter figure for the Black Badge trim. | llm_estimate | 5/9/2026 | $314,125 | — | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $341,125, MSRP range: $341,125 - $458,150, Confidence: 0.8, notes: MSRP for the 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn Convertible 2D ranged from $341,125 to $458,150, with the latter figure for the Black Badge trim., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/9/2026 | Base price: $314,125, Series: RR6 | RR6 | $341,125 - $458,150 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | GVWR | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 2 | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | 4 | 122.5 | 20 | 20 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2020 | 4 | — | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | 4 | 122.5 | 20 | 20 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2019 | 4 | — | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | 4 | 122.5 | 20 | 20 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | 4 | 2 | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | 4 | 122.5 | 20 | 20 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2017 | 4 | 2 | 261 | 9.2 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | 4 | 122.5 | 20 | 20 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | parkAssist | nhtsaSafetyRatings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2021 Rolls-Royce Dawn C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | Rated vehicle: 2021 Rolls-Royce Dawn C RWD |
| 2020 | 2020 Rolls-Royce Dawn C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | Rated vehicle: 2020 Rolls-Royce Dawn C RWD |
| 2019 | 2019 Rolls-Royce Dawn C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | Rated vehicle: 2019 Rolls-Royce Dawn C RWD |
| 2018 | 2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | Rated vehicle: 2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn 2 DR RWD |
| 2017 | 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn 2 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | Rated vehicle: 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn 2 DR RWD |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
The 2021 Rolls-Royce Dawn presents an exceptional reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.
The 2020 Rolls-Royce Dawn presents an excellent reliability profile, with zero recalls or complaints reported.
The 2019 Rolls-Royce Dawn presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.
The 2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn presents an exceptional reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.
The 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn is a good, dependable luxury convertible.
The 2016 Rolls-Royce Dawn presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero complaints.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
Carfocal currently has 6 published Dawn reports, covering 2016 through 2021. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2021 Rolls-Royce Dawn presents an exceptional reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.
Published year coverage: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021.
There is no single reliability answer for every Rolls-Royce Dawn. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2021 rolls-royce dawn presents an exceptional reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to nhtsa data. and given its near-flawless reliability record and the inherent prestige of the rolls-royce brand, the 2021 dawn holds significant value for discerning buyers. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
6 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2016 through 2021.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.