Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce Wraith

The 2021 Rolls-Royce Wraith presents an exceptional reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.

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Specifications by model year

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 km
202112181419.613.0716.8
202012181419.613.0716.8
201912181419.613.0716.8
201812191419.612.3816.8
201712191519.612.3815.68
201613211518.0911.215.68
201513211518.0911.215.68
201413211518.0911.215.68

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearBody styleCylindersDisplacementFuel typeTransmissionDrivetrain
2021coupe126.6PremiumAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive
2020coupe126.6PremiumAutomaticRWD/Rear-Wheel Drive
2019coupe126.6PremiumAutomaticRWD/Rear-Wheel Drive
2018coupe126.6PremiumAutomaticRWD/Rear-Wheel Drive
2017coupe126.6PremiumAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive
2016coupe126.6PremiumAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive
2015coupe126.6PremiumAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive
2014coupe126.6PremiumAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive

Pricing & configuration

Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearpricingBase priceNoteSeries
2021————
2020Base price: $322,500, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 player$322,500HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 player—
2019————
2018Base price: $317,700, Series: RR5$317,700—RR5
2017Base price: $315,700, Series: RR5$315,700—RR5
2016————
2015————
2014————

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearSeatsDoorsbodyAndInteriorGVWRKeyless ignitionSteering locationSeat rowsAxlesWheelsWheelbaseFront wheelRear wheel
2021———Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)————————
20204—Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)224122.52020
20194—Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)224122.5——
201842Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)224122.52020
201742Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)224122.52020
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)————————
2015———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———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. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.

YearRated vehicletpmsabsesctractionControladaptiveCruiseControlautoBrakelaneDepartureWarningrearCameraadaptiveDrivingBeamautoReverseSystemforwardCollisionWarningpedestrianAebblindSpotMonitoringparkAssist
20212021 Rolls-Royce Wraith 2 DR RWDstandard—————————————
20202020 Rolls-Royce Wraith 2 DR RWDstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandard————
20192019 Rolls-Royce Wraith 2 DR RWDstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandard———
20182018 Rolls-Royce Wraith 2 DR RWDstandardstandardstandardstandardoptionaloptionalstandardstandardstandardstandardoptionaloptionaloptionaloptional
20172017 Rolls-Royce Wraith 2 DR RWDstandardstandardstandardstandardoptionalstandardstandardstandardstandardstandardstandard———
20162016 Rolls-Royce Wraith 2 DR RWDstandard—————————————
20152015 Rolls-Royce Wraith 2 DR RWDstandard—————————————
20142014 Rolls-Royce Wraith 2 DR RWDstandard—————————————

Model year reports

2021

Newest
Buyer's guide

The 2021 Rolls-Royce Wraith presents an exceptional reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.

2020

Buyer's guide

The 2020 Rolls-Royce Wraith presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero owner complaints according to NHTSA data.

2019

Buyer's guide

The 2019 Rolls-Royce Wraith presents an excellent reliability profile, with no recalls or complaints reported to NHTSA.

2018

Buyer's guide

The 2018 Rolls-Royce Wraith presents an unusual case: while public ratings suggest excellent reliability, the complete absence of NHTSA data for recalls and complaints introduces a degree of uncertainty.

2017

Buyer's guide

The 2017 Rolls-Royce Wraith offers immense presence and V12 power, but its reliability record is unusually sparse.

2016

Buyer's guide

The 2016 Rolls-Royce Wraith offers a generally good reliability record, but a specific issue with the **backup camera system** warrants close inspection.

2015

Buyer's guide

The 2015 Rolls-Royce Wraith presents an average reliability profile, primarily due to a lack of extensive public data.

2014

Buyer's guide

The 2014 Rolls-Royce Wraith presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Rolls-Royce Wraith?

Carfocal currently has 8 published Wraith reports, covering 2014 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 Wraith presents an exceptional reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.

Published year coverage: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021.

Is the Rolls-Royce Wraith reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Rolls-Royce Wraith. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2021 rolls-royce wraith presents an exceptional reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to nhtsa data. and the 2021 rolls-royce wraith represents a significant investment, and its value is tied to its exclusivity and craftsmanship. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

8 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

What are common problems with the Rolls-Royce Wraith?

Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2014 through 2021.

Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.

Supporting data
Published guides
8
Years tracked
8
Data sources
NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints