Rolls-Royce Ghost
The 2026 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an excellent reliability profile, with zero recalls and complaints reported to NHTSA.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12-19 mpg combined |
| 2024 | 12 | 19 | 14 | 19.6 | 12.38 | 16.8 | — |
| 2023 | 12 | 19 | 14 | 19.6 | 12.38 | 16.8 | — |
| 2022 | 12 | 19 | 14 | 19.6 | 12.38 | 16.8 | — |
| 2021 | 12 | 19 | 14 | 19.6 | 12.38 | 16.8 | — |
| 2020 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 19.6 | 13.07 | 16.8 | — |
| 2019 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 19.6 | 13.07 | 16.8 | — |
| 2018 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 19.6 | 13.07 | 16.8 | 12-18 mpg combined |
| 2017 | 12 | 19 | 14 | 19.6 | 12.38 | 16.8 | — |
| 2016 | 13 | 21 | 15 | 18.09 | 11.2 | 15.68 | — |
| 2015 | 13 | 21 | 15 | 18.09 | 11.2 | 15.68 | — |
| 2014 | 13 | 21 | 15 | 18.09 | 11.2 | 15.68 | — |
| 2013 | 13 | 21 | 15 | 18.09 | 11.2 | 15.68 | — |
| 2012 | 13 | 20 | 15 | 18.09 | 11.76 | 15.68 | — |
| 2011 | 13 | 20 | 15 | 18.09 | 11.76 | 15.68 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | sedan | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | sedan | Horsepower: 563-600 hp, Torque: 575-664 lb-ft, Engine configuration: V12 | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | 563-600 hp | 575-664 lb-ft | V12 | — | — | — |
| 2024 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.7, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.7 | Premium |
| 2023 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.7, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.7 | Premium |
| 2022 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.7, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.7 | Premium |
| 2021 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.7, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.7 | Premium |
| 2020 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
| 2019 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
| 2018 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium, Horsepower: 563 hp, Torque: 605 lb-ft, Engine configuration: V12 | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | 563 hp | 605 lb-ft | V12 | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
| 2017 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
| 2016 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
| 2015 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
| 2014 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
| 2013 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
| 2012 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
| 2011 | sedan | Cylinders: 12, Displacement: 6.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 12 | 6.6 | Premium |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Base price | Note | Trim | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $357,750, MSRP range: $357,750 - $422,750, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for the 2025 model year., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/9/2026 | — | USD | $357,750 | $357,750 - $422,750 | 0.9 | MSRP for the 2025 model year. | llm_estimate | 5/9/2026 | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Base price: $311,900, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $311,900 | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — |
| 2020 | — | Base price: $345,900, Trim: Ghost/Ghost Black Badge, Note: AM/FM Radio, Satellite Radio, USB Connection | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $345,900 | AM/FM Radio, Satellite Radio, USB Connection | Ghost/Ghost Black Badge | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $311,900, Series: RR4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $311,900 | — | — | RR4 |
| 2017 | — | Base price: $305,800, Series: RR4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $305,800 | — | — | RR4 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | GVWR | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 490 | 17.3 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | 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) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | — | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | 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) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 507 | 17.9 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | 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) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 129.7, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 19 | — | 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) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 129.7 | 19 | 19 |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 136.4, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 19 | Standard | 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) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 136.4 | 19 | 19 |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 129.7, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 19 | Standard | 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) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 129.7 | 19 | 19 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 490 | 17.3 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 19 | Standard | 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) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | 19 | 19 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 19 | Standard | 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) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | — | 19 | 19 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 5 | 4 | 490 | 17.3 | — | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Rated vehicle | abs | nhtsaSafetyRatings | esc | tractionControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | pedestrianAeb | rearAeb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 ROLLS-ROYCE GHOST 4 DR N/A AWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2026 ROLLS-ROYCE GHOST 4 DR N/A AWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 2024 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR AWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2024 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2023 | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — |
| 2022 | 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard |
| 2021 | 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 2020 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2020 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2019 | 2019 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2019 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2018 | 2018 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2018 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | standard | — | optional | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | — |
| 2017 | 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | — |
| 2016 | 2016 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2016 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an excellent reliability profile, with zero recalls and complaints reported to NHTSA.
2025
The 2025 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an excellent reliability profile, backed by a strong public verdict and no reported recalls or complaints.
2024
The 2024 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.
2023
The 2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents a generally good reliability profile, though potential buyers should confirm the instrument cluster glass recall has been addressed.
2022
The 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents a good reliability profile, though buyers should confirm the instrument cluster glass recall has been addressed.
2021
The 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost offers immense luxury and a powerful V12, but potential buyers must confirm the passenger seat belt recall has been addressed.
2020
The 2020 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an exceptionally strong reliability profile, backed by zero recalls and complaints reported to NHTSA.
2019
The 2019 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an exceptionally strong reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero complaints in NHTSA data.
2018
The 2018 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents as a good, dependable luxury sedan, though buyers should verify the critical head air bag recall has been completed.
2017
The 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost offers a generally good reliability record, with a single low-severity recall for the driver's seat belt retractor.
2016
The 2016 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an average reliability picture, primarily due to a lack of comprehensive data.
2015
The 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents a generally good reliability profile, but prospective buyers must confirm the critical side thorax air bag recall has been properly addressed.
2014
The 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting an 'Excellent' public verdict.
2013
The 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls and zero complaints, suggesting a high level of initial quality and reliability.
2012
The 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents a compelling, albeit complex, used luxury proposition.
2011
The 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost offers a distinguished ownership experience, but potential buyers must prioritize verifying the completion of a critical recall concerning the auxiliary water pump and its potential for overheating.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Rolls-Royce Ghost?
Carfocal currently has 16 published Ghost reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Rolls-Royce Ghost presents an excellent reliability profile, with zero recalls and complaints reported to NHTSA.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Rolls-Royce Ghost reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Rolls-Royce Ghost. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 rolls-royce ghost presents an excellent reliability profile, with zero recalls and complaints reported to nhtsa. and the 2026 rolls-royce ghost represents a significant investment. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
16 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Rolls-Royce Ghost?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2026.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 16
- Years tracked
- 16
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints