2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost V-Specification 0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

The 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost V-Specification is a Rear-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 6.6L V12 twin-turbo DOHC 48-valve engine which outputs 563 hp @ 5250 rpm and is paired with 8-speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost V-Specification has cargo capacity of 490 Liters and the vehicle weighs 2490 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost V-Specification has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 19" alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 616 N.m of torque and a top speed of 303 km/h. The 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost V-Specification accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds and hits quarter mile at 13.2 seconds. Fuel consumption is 17.3 L/100km in the city and 10.5 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 289,333

2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost Used Price Estimates

Those looking for an automobile with the presence and luxury of a Rolls-Royce Phantom but with a more manageable size and acquisition cost should be pleased with the 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost.

Like many things in life, the expression "entry-level" is relative. It's one thing when you're talking about a $ 35,000 sport sedan, and quite another when you're talking about a $ 250,000-plus ultra-luxury car. Yes, the 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost may not be as massive nor as costly as a Rolls Phantom, but this is still a large luxury sedan that weighs as much as a Chevy Tahoe and whose price of admission isn't for those who review their finances and say, "If we cut down on fancy dinners we could afford this car."

So no, you needn't worry about your friends at the yacht club ribbing you about "settling" by purchasing the baby Rolls instead of its big brother. Actually, the Ghost boasts better handling, greater maneuverability and a more normal, functional interior that make it a better choice as a daily driver. As its platform is based on that of the BMW 7 Series, the Ghost's finely balanced ride and handling qualities should come as no surprise. Yet there's no mistaking its Rolls-Royce heritage given its stately presence while parked and its effortless demeanor while at speed on the highway.

Although Rolls-Royce used to coyly state its engine outputs as "adequate," nowadays the company will gladly be more specific. Cranking out 563 horsepower and 575 pound-feet of torque, the Ghost's mighty twin-turbo V12 is even more powerful than the Phantom's V12. Thusly blessed, this landlocked Learjet can sprint to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds.

You'd expect the Ghost's cabin to be handsome, crafted to the highest standard and loaded with luxury gadgets. And you wouldn't be disappointed. Still, while it's certainly crafted to a much higher degree than a 2014 Audi A8L, 2014 Jaguar XJ or 2014 Mercedes-Benz S550, we're not sure if it's quite so high as to warrant costing as much as $ 170,000 more.

Still, none of those "alternates" is a Rolls-Royce, and even the more expensive Bentley Mulsanne can't truly match the presence and prestige afforded a car with the Spirit of Ecstasy atop its radiator grille. That it happens to be a "baby," "entry-level" or "cheaper" Rolls is of absolutely no consequence.

The 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost is a four-door, five-seat sedan available in two trim levels: base and the longer EWB (extended wheelbase). Apart from having a 6.7-inch stretch in wheelbase to provide even more room for rear seat passengers, the EWB is similar to the base Ghost.

Standard feature highlights include 19-inch wheels, an active air suspension, a sunroof, front and rear parking sensors, keyless ignition and entry, auto-dimming mirrors, automatic wipers, automatic xenon headlights, adaptive cruise control, power-closing rear "coach" doors, leather upholstery and trim, a pair of umbrellas stored within the front doors, heated front and rear seats, 10-way power and massaging front seats, four-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth phone connectivity, a navigation system and a 16-speaker sound system with a CD/DVD player, satellite radio, digital music storage, an auxiliary audio jack and an iPod/USB audio interface.

Options, many of which are also bundled into packages, are seemingly limited only by the buyer's imagination and finances. The Feature Selection 1 package includes 20-inch wheels, chrome exhaust outlets, a panoramic sunroof, adaptive headlights, "foot sweep" trunk opening and closing, added leather trim, rear picnic tables, door sill plates, multiple parking and maneuvering cameras (rearview, top view, front side) and the Driver Assistance Systems One package (detailed below in the Safety section). The Feature Selection Two package further adds power rear seats, lambswool floor mats, "RR" headrest monograms and the Driver Assistance Systems Three package (detailed below in the Safety section). Should 563 hp be deemed "inadequate," you might consider the newly available V-Specification package, which adds 30 hp as well as 21-inch polished wheels, body side pinstripes, contrasting piping and stitching for the upholstery and a unique clock design.

Other option highlights include twin rear DVD monitors (with a six-disc changer), multi-adjustable outboard rear seats (with further optional massaging and/or ventilation). You can also get a cooler between the seats. Although there are plenty of standard exterior/interior colors and wood trims to choose from, those seeking more exclusivity will be able to customize their Ghost any way they want via the company's "Bespoke Commission" program. This includes everything from infinite color selection to customized additions like built-in picnic baskets, safes or humidors.

The 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost is powered by a 6.6-liter twin-turbo V12 that produces 563 hp and 575 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission. In testing, the Ghost required just 4.9 seconds to sprint to 60 mph, validating Rolls-Royce's quote of taking less than 5 seconds. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 15 mpg combined (13 city/20 highway), and on our 120-mile evaluation loop, we managed a respectable 18 mpg.

The available V-Specification package ups engine output to 593 hp and 575 lb-ft. Neither performance nor fuel mileage estimates were available for this engine as of this writing.

The Ghost comes with stability and traction control, antilock brakes, active front head restraints, front-seat side airbags and side curtain airbags. In simulated panic stops, we recorded an astounding (for its size) 113-foot stop from 60 mph.

The Driver Assistance Systems One package includes lane departure warning, automatic high beams and a head-up display. The Driver Assistance Systems Three package further adds a night vision camera (with pedestrian and animal detection warning) and active cruise control (with full stop-and-go capability). Multiple parking cameras are also available.

The 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost's twin-turbo V12 is exceptionally smooth and silent. The gentle response from the first bit of throttle travel makes for smooth, lurch-free takeoffs, but lean into it and you unleash a smooth, powerful wave of acceleration that continues to swell effortlessly into triple-digit speeds. The eight-speed automatic transmission is spot-on as well, with its timely and barely detectable gearchanges.

The active air suspension goes about its duties with similar transparency, smothering bumps and ruts that would have you grimacing for a harsh impact in lesser cars. Despite a curb weight of about 5,500 pounds, the Ghost feels smaller than it is, and the light and precise steering makes maneuvering the big car a breeze once you've acclimated to its dimensions.

At speed on an open highway, the Ghost quietly and rapidly covers ground, with passengers feeling that perhaps they are ensconced in a private jet or luxury railway car. On a curving road, the Ghost will roll a bit at lower speeds, but as the pace quickens, the amount of available grip and incongruous agility is impressive. When pushed like this, the suspension firms up and road feel remains acceptable.

Exotic wood veneers and metallic accents are used liberally throughout the cabin, where passengers are cosseted in the finest leathers. Though plush carpeting is, of course, standard, one may opt for genuine lambswool mats that will have you taking your shoes off. As nice as the Ghost's interior is, however, it's really only incrementally better than what you'll find inside the latest Audi A8, Jag XJ or Mercedes S-Class.

Despite the dizzying array of high-tech luxury features, the Ghost presents a relatively clean dash and console. Part of the reason is that the high-definition multi-display screen is hidden behind a wood panel when not in use. The BMW-sourced multicontroller knob is mostly intuitive and now includes touchpad functionality. The latter allows one to "write" characters/commands with a finger as well as "pinch" and "expand" on the controller's touchpad face. The controller retains its scrolling/select functions as well. Adding a touch of elegance are the cabin's various buttons and knobs that resemble the keys of a flute or saxophone.

In keeping with tradition, backseat passengers are pampered with well-shaped and supportive seats that also provide a clear view ahead. A large fold-down armrest and a measure of privacy afforded by the thick, rearmost roof pillars are two other benefits to sitting in the rear. To further spoil those in the rear compartment, the Ghost can be equipped with adjustable, massaging and ventilated outboard rear seats. Considering the Ghost's size, however, the trunk's 14-cubic-foot capacity is quite modest.

Rolls-Royce refers to its vehicles as "motorcars," a 50-cent word that goes from snobby to sensible after you drive one. Driving the Rolls-Royce Ghost reinforces that perception. Power from the V12 is effortless, with only the slightest murmur of the engine's growl allowed inside. At speed, the Ghost is as quiet as its namesake, gently wafting over pavement imperfections as if it were hovering above them. Yet what's startling is the Ghost's performance. Hidden deep beneath the leather and luxury are the bones of a BMW 7 Series, borrowed from the corporate parent of Rolls-Royce. Highly modified for supreme-luxury duty, there's still a bit of ultimate driving machine here, and it shows in the way the Ghost accelerates, brakes, and even takes a corner. How quick? Rolls-Royce used to hide its performance specs, but the Ghost can accelerate to 60 mph in just 4.8 seconds, quicker than many so-called sports cars.

AIR-SUSPENSION SYSTEMThe 2014 Ghost's air-suspension is sensitive enough to detect a rear passenger moving from one side of the seat to the other. More importantly, it helps this big Rolls-Royce sedan take corners at speeds much higher than you'd expect.STARLIGHT HEADLINERUnder the "what will they think of next" heading is the Starlight Headliner option for the 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost. It's speckled with more than a thousand fiber optic lights, creating the illusion of a starry sky above your head. You can even customize the arrangement to your favorite constellations.

Rolls-Royce cars are handbuilt, allowing the 2014 Rolls Royce Ghost to become a canvas on which ultra-wealthy buyers can express themselves. Rolls-Royce's Bespoke division lets them go well beyond custom paint or interior colors. There's custom embroidery, special woods with gold inlays, matching crystal glasses with your family crest on them...you get the idea. Regardless, you'll always be surrounded by the finest leathers, wood veneers, and even built-in umbrellas housed within the Ghost's front doors. The driver's seat is commanding, the rear seats are like a private jet, complete with an integrated chill unit with champagne glasses.

Subtle, this car is not. The 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost has a commanding presence, with a massive grille, slab sides, soft curves, and the head-turning appeal that only comes with a car as rare and expensive as this. Even opening the rear doors is an event: They're hinged at the rear, and power open and closed. Not only is it dramatic, but it's practical: they can serve as protection from paparazzi or something worse hurling toward VIP passengers. The Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament guides the way up front, automatically retracting into the hood to avoid being snatched by passing miscreants.

As noted, each Rolls-Royce Ghost can be configured to a customer's taste, but each comes with a V12 engine and 8-speed automatic transmission, multiple cameras, separate climate zones, a heads-up driver's display, and an upgraded audio system with a 10-channel amplifier, ceiling mounted "exciter" speakers and built-in 12.5-gig hard drive for music storage. A rotary dial on the armrest controls functions such as navigation and audio.

Beyond the Bespoke individualization program, there are standardized option packages for the 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost. Among the extras you can add onto your Ghost are tech and safety features like lane-departure warning, active cruise control and even a night-vision camera that can detect objects nearly 1,000 feet away. In the rear passenger compartment you can have climate-controlled seats, veneered picnic tables and twin 9.2-inch LCD screens for a private theater. For those who must watch "American Idol" or the Super Bowl live, a TV tuner can also be had.

At 5,545 pounds, the Ghost is a heavy car that needs a big engine to push it. That push comes in the form of a 6.6-liter twin-turbocharged V12 that puts out 563 horsepower and 575 lb-ft of torque, the latter from just 1,500 rpm for a broad path of power. The V-Specification package adds 30 horsepower to that total. All that gusto finds its way to the rear wheels via a buttery-smooth 8-speed automatic transmission. It all works to make the Rolls-Royce Ghost wickedly quick for such a car, with a stated top speed of 155 mph.6.6-liter twin-turbocharged V12563 horsepower @ 5,250 rpm575 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 13/21 mpg

While the 2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost may be the least expensive Rolls-Royce sedan you can buy, this is hardly an "entry level" car. The starting price is more than $ 267,000, or more than $ 307,000 if you want the long-wheelbase edition's extra rear legroom. Options packages cost as much as whole cars. For example, the V-Specification costs $ 20,000; another option package adds more than $ 50,000 to the price, and the Bespoke division charges as much as it costs to make your dreams come true. For most Rolls-Royce customers price is literally no object, so the fact that the Ghost costs tens of thousands of dollars more than a Bentley Continental, or that you could get two Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedans for the same price is inconsequential. Depreciation is probably far off your radar if you're buying a Rolls-Royce, but it's still nice to know that the Ghost holds its value quite well.

2014 Rolls-Royce Ghost Consumer Reviews