DecodedCars2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- DAWN
- Engines
- 6.6L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 207.9 in
- Curb weight
- 5,809 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 48% below the 2017 compact car average of 26.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn is a compact car offered with a 6.6L 12-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 208 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,809 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 19 highway), 48% worse than the 2017 compact car average of 26.9 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2017
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 Dawn — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 Dawn →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAWN | 207.9 in | 76.8 in | 59.1 in | 122.4 in | 63.8 / 65.7 in | 5,809 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn | 6.6L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -48% | $5,850 | 627 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn.
Similar 2017 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2017 Bentley Continental Supersports | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2017 Rolls-Royce Wraith | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (2)
Air Bags · Feb 23, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V115000 · 292 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive and M4 vehicles and Rolls-Royce Dawn vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat-mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
- Risk
- If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Air Bags · Dec 20, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V914000 · 3,506 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
- Risk
- If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Not every 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Dawn years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Rolls-Royce. How we calculate this →