The award-winning, four-seater Ghost has seen outstanding demand since its worldwide launch in 2009. Designed as a vision of simplicity, it is a Rolls-Royce that drives and rides in peerless fashion. Ghost Extended Wheelbase takes this principle further, designed as a car to drive or in which to be chauffeured. It will be built to order and is available in only limited numbers for 2011 until full production begins in 2012.
Ghost’s ample interior space is further enhanced in the Extended Wheelbase variant by the addition of 170mm to the car’s wheelbase, but with no detriment to the model’s balanced proportions and stunning contemporary design. Legroom is significantly enhanced with knee-room more than doubled compared to the standard Ghost.
Increased cabin space in the rear passenger compartment and a panoramic sunroof sets new standards for interior ambience and light. Effortless entry and exit for passengers further reinforces Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ pinnacle position in the ultra-luxury segment.
Powered by the acclaimed Rolls-Royce Ghost 6.6 litre twin turbo charged V12 engine which produces an effortless 563hp and 780Nm of torque at just 1,500rpm, Ghost Extended Wheelbase accelerates from 0-100km/h in just five seconds. An intelligent, four corner air suspension maintains a perfect balance between ride and handling.
On the unveiling of the new car, CEO Torsten Müller-Ötvös said, “This latest Rolls-Royce is a model of outstanding design and unrivalled luxury. Ghost Extended Wheelbase delivers all the poise and dynamism enjoyed by discerning Ghost owners, with the indulgent experience of an extended wheelbase car. It is the very best of both worlds.
“This is the first time we have undertaken a world launch of a Rolls-Royce car in China, underscoring the strategic significance of this market and the Asia Pacific region. We expect to build on last year’s record growth, with further strong demand for Rolls-Royce models and a positive economic forecast throughout the region,” he added.
In Detail
| type | Series Production Car |
| released at | 2011 Shanghai Motor Show |
| built at | Goodwood, England |
| body stylist | Ian Cameron |
| interior designer | Charles Coldham, Alan Sheppard |
| engineers | Helmut Riedl |
| engine | V12 |
| position | Front Longitudinal |
| aspiration | Turbocharger |
| valvetrain | 4 Valves per Cylw/VVT |
| fuel feed | Direct Injection |
| displacement | 6592 cc / 402.27 in³ |
| bore | 88.3 mm / 3.5 in |
| stroke | 89 mm / 3.5 in |
| compression | 10.0:1 |
| power | 419.8 kw / 563 bhp @ 5250 rpm |
| specific output | 85.41 bhp per litre |
| torque | 779.6 nm / 575 ft lbs @ 1500 rpm |
| body / frame | Unitary Steel Monocoque |
| driven wheels | RWD |
| front tires | 255/45 R20 101Y |
| rear tires | 285/40 R20 104Y |
| front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| f brake size | 36 x 410 mm / 1.4 x 16.1 in |
| rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| r brake size | 30 x 402 mm / 1.2 x 15.8 in |
| front wheels | F 50.8 x 21.6 cm / 20 x 8.5 in |
| rear wheels | R 50.8 x 24.1 cm / 20 x 9.5 in |
| steering | Rack & Pinion w/Hydrualic Assist |
| weight distro | 52 % / 48.2 % |
| front track | 1622 mm / 63.9 in |
| rear track | 1660 mm / 65.4 in |
| width | 1948 mm / 76.7 in |
| height | 1550 mm / 61.0 in |
| transmission | ZF 8HP90 8-Speed Auto |
| gear ratios | 4.717:1, 3.143:1, 2.106:1, 1.667:1, 1.285:1, 1.000:1, 0.839:1, 0.667:1 |
| final drive | 3.813:1 |
Keyword: 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase