Rolls-Royce Ghost vs. Audi A8 L
In comparing the Rolls-Royce Ghost's and the Audi A8 L's specifications and ratings, the Rolls-Royce Ghost has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Audi A8 L has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Rolls-Royce Ghost's and the Audi A8 L's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Rolls-Royce Ghost vs. Audi A8 L Pricing
A used 2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost ranges from $342,500 to $412,653 while a used 2023 Audi A8 L is priced between $69,543 to $104,159. For a new model, the Rolls-Royce Ghost's price is between $358,986 and $449,243, with the Audi A8 L priced between $87,950 and $104,709.
Rolls-Royce Ghost vs. Audi A8 L Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Rolls-Royce Ghost loses 46.8 percent of its value and the Audi A8 L loses 60 percent of its value. This means the Rolls-Royce Ghost retains 13.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A8 L.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Rolls-Royce Ghost’s base engine makes 563 horsepower, and the Audi A8 L base engine makes 335 horsepower. The Ghost is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 416 miles. The A8 L is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 608 miles. This gives the Audi A8 L the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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, and cargo space. The Audi A8 L has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
358986 - 449243
Used Asking Price:
342500 - 412653
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468415
Pricing
New Asking Price:
87950 - 104709
Used Asking Price:
69543 - 104159
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.599678
Rolls-Royce Ghost Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A8 L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.821102 / 10
Reliability:
8.742204 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Rolls-Royce Ghost Rankings
Not yet available
Audi A8 L Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Rolls-Royce Ghost Trim Levels
Base, EWB
Audi A8 L Trim Levels
quattro 55 TFSI
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 / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
563 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
627 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.100 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
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):
263 / 416 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
412 / 608 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
17.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5628 lbs
Width:
77.9 inches
Height:
61.9 inches
Length:
218.3 inches
Wheelbase:
129.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4762 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
209.5 inches
Wheelbase:
123.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/40R21
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19