DecodedCarsRolls-Royce Ghost vs Rolls-Royce Spectre
2026 Rolls-Royce Ghost vs 2026 Rolls-Royce Spectre — two rivals compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
That works out to about $4,850 a year less in fuel for the Rolls-Royce Spectre (EPA estimate, 15,000 miles).
Across all model years since 2005, the Rolls-Royce Spectre has had fewer recall campaigns (4 vs 9).
The two cars
The 2026 Rolls-Royce Ghost is a large car offered with a 6.7L 12-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 215 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 130-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,368 lb (Series Ii 4dr Sedan).
The 2026 Rolls-Royce Spectre is a compact car powered by electricity and all-wheel drive. It measures about 215 inches long and 82 inches wide on a 126-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,559 lb.
Basics
Efficiency
Performance & space
Safety & reliability
Interest
Green = clearly better. Prices are not included. How we calculate this →
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Rolls-Royce Ghost if…
It doesn't clearly beat the Rolls-Royce Spectre on any measure we track.
Choose the Rolls-Royce Spectre if…
- You want an EV with more range (277 miles)
- You want a hybrid or electric option
- You put reliability history first (4 vs 9 recalls since 2005)
Pros & cons of each
2026 Rolls-Royce Ghost
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 46% below the 2026 large car average of 25.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
2026 Rolls-Royce Spectre
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