2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost: The Pinnacle of Luxury
The Rolls-Royce Ghost is pitched as the ideal car for the globetrotting ultra-capitalist too cool to be chauffeured around town. Fully redesigned for 2021, the new Ghost has been perfected to cater to this elite clientele even more effectively, utilizing feedback from last-generation Ghost owners to refine this next-generation model. While the Ghost’s transformation is more evolutionary than revolutionary, significant changes aim to address previous concerns regarding this otherwise superlative automobile.
2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost Chassis: A Luxurious Architecture
Like the Phantom and Cullinan before it, the Ghost moves to the “Architecture of Luxury” aluminum space frame. This sophisticated chassis, exclusive to Rolls-Royce, represents a significant improvement over the previous model’s BMW 7 Series-derived platform. New enhancements include all-wheel drive and all-wheel steering, which improve handling and ride quality. Additionally, the Ghost’s impressive 6.75-liter V-12 is strategically located behind the front axle for better weight distribution, enhancing the vehicle’s overall performance.
2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost Engine: Few Changes
Notably, no changes were deemed necessary under the hood. The familiar 6.75-liter, twin-turbocharged V-12 continues to deliver an impressive 563 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain remains unaffected by the Ghost’s weight or dimensions, ensuring that it effortlessly accelerates to 60 mph in an estimated 4.6 seconds, with a top speed capped at 155 mph.
2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost Suspension: Totally Planar
The new Ghost places a renewed emphasis on ride quality—an area that previously warranted enhancement. Its innovative “Planar” suspension surpasses the existing Magic Carpet Ride dual-control-arm suspension by integrating a damper on the upper front control arm. This works in harmony with an adaptive suspension system now dubbed “Flagbearer,” which utilizes cameras and GPS data to prepare the suspension for upcoming road conditions, thereby enhancing driving comfort significantly.
2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost Design: “Post-Opulent Opulence”
Being a Rolls-Royce, the appeal of the Ghost is in its quintessentially luxurious design. While it adheres to previous formulae, the new Ghost appears significantly more modern and, according to Rolls-Royce, minimalistic. However, it must be noted that size is relative; the Ghost is larger than its predecessor, measuring 3.5 inches longer and an inch wider.
Despite claims of understated elegance, the design is anything but. Twenty LED lights are meticulously arranged to accentuate the grille bars. Moreover, the brushed grille bars reflect just the right amount of light. While the “Pantheon Grille” garners attention, the interior dazzles with over 850 stars created using an additional 152 LEDs, resulting in an awe-inspiring ambiance.
Externally, the lower opening of the front fascia curls up into elegant accents beneath the headlights, contributing to its sophisticated demeanor. Sleeker headlights now incorporate a C-shaped design, diverging from conventional styles. The overall profile is marked by a smooth character line flowing toward the coach doors, which now feature advanced electrical opening and closing mechanisms, culminating in a streamlined rear end. The Ghost’s design is not only shapely but also considerably more striking than that of its predecessor.
2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost Pricing and On-Sale Date: If You Have to Ask…
The entry point for the new Ghost starts at $332,500, with customizations leading to potentially limitless prices. As the order books are now open, deliveries of the 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost are expected to commence early next year.
