Rolls-Royce Dawn vs. Rolls-Royce Ghost
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Rolls-Royce Dawn and Rolls-Royce Ghost contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Rolls-Royce Dawn and the Rolls-Royce Ghost.
When we compare the Rolls-Royce Dawn's and the Rolls-Royce Ghost's specifications and ratings, the Rolls-Royce Dawn has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Rolls-Royce Ghost has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Rolls-Royce Dawn and Rolls-Royce Ghost have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Rolls-Royce Dawn's and the Rolls-Royce Ghost's specifications and ratings, the Rolls-Royce Ghost is a better car than the Rolls-Royce Dawn.
Pricing: A used 2021 Rolls-Royce Dawn ranges from $319,680 to $589,991 while a used 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost is priced between $239,950 to $305,269.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Rolls-Royce Dawn loses 31.5 percent of its value and the Rolls-Royce Ghost loses 43.9 percent of its value. This means the Rolls-Royce Dawn retains 12.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Rolls-Royce Ghost.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Rolls-Royce Dawn and the Rolls-Royce Ghost makes 563 horsepower. Both the Dawn and the Ghost are rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 391 and 414 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are large cars, the Rolls-Royce Ghost has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$356,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$352,500
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$196,000 - $458,000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$332,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$352,500
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$196,000 - $458,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$423,183
Price Range:
$319,680 - $589,991
Category Avg Price:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$315,766
Category Avg Price Range:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$194,711 - $423,183
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
10,018
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$281,831
Price Range:
$239,950 - $305,269
Category Avg Price:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$315,766
Category Avg Price Range:
(Exotic Large Cars)
$194,711 - $423,183
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
10
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
12,309
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Rolls-Royce Dawn Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Rolls-Royce Ghost Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Rolls-Royce Dawn
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Rolls-Royce Ghost
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Exotic Large Cars)
1.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Exotic Large Cars)
0.6 - 2.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Exotic Large Cars)
1.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Exotic Large Cars)
0.6 - 2.3
Rolls-Royce Dawn Rankings
Not yet available
Rolls-Royce Ghost Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Rolls-Royce Dawn Trim Levels
Base
Rolls-Royce Ghost Trim Levels
Base, EWB
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
563 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
605 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.100 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
563 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
627 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
12
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 18 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
260 / 391 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
12
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 19 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
262 / 414 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
9.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Cargo Space:
17.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5644 lbs
Width:
76.7 inches
Height:
59.1 inches
Length:
208.5 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5445 lbs
Width:
85 inches
Height:
62 inches
Length:
218 inches
Wheelbase:
129.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/50R19
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Pink
Not available
Purple
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Armagnac / Moccasin / Tan
Black
Black / Special Order Anthracite
Blue
Commissioned Collection Charles Blue / Commissioned Collection Cobalto Blue / Commissioned Collection Turchese / Navy Blue / Special Order Fleet Blue / Special Order Muscari Blue
Brown
Special Order Cacao
Gray
Commissioned Collection Cashmere Grey / Havana / Scivaro Grey / Special Order Dark Grey / Special Order Roseleaf
Green
Special Order Pine Green
Orange
Commissioned Collection Mandarin
Pink
Special Order Blushing Pink
Purple
Commissioned Collection Tailored Purple / Special Order Purple Silk
Red
Ardent Red / Commissioned Collection Hotspur Red / Special Order Signal Red
White
Commissioned Collection Arctic White / Grace White / Seashell
Yellow
Commissioned Collection Forge Yellow
