DecodedCars2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan RWD, Extended 4dr Sedan RWD
- Engines
- 6.6L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 212.6–219.3 in
- Curb weight
- 5,490–5,556 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
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, 37% below the 2017 large car average of 22.4 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost is a large car offered with a 6.6L 12-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 213 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 130-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,490 lb (4dr Sedan RWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 19 highway), 37% worse than the 2017 large car average of 22.4 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 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2017
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 Ghost — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 Ghost →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan RWD | 212.6 in | 76.8 in | 61 in | 129.9 in | 63.8 / 66.5 in | 5,490 lb | 51/49 |
| Extended 4dr Sedan RWD | 219.3 in | 76.8 in | 61 in | 136.6 in | 63.8 / 66.5 in | 5,556 lb | 51/49 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghost | 6.6L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -37% | $5,850 | 627 |
| Ghost EWB | 6.6L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -37% | $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 Ghost.
Similar 2017 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2017 Rolls-Royce Wraith | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn | 14 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (1)
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · Oct 17, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V747000 · 15,455 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for the driver's seat may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
- Risk
- In the event of a crash where heavy braking is applied, the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) may activate when the occupant is more forward in the seat, possibly increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Not every 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall 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 Ghost. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Ghost years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Ghost | 13 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Ghost | 14 | 215 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Ghost | 14 | 215 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Ghost | 14 | 218.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Ghost | 14 | 218.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Ghost | 14 | 218.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 Ghost | 14 | 218.5 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 Ghost | 14 | 212.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Ghost | 14 | 212.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Ghost | 14 | 212.6 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Ghost | 15 | 212.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Ghost | 15 | 212.6 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Rolls-Royce. How we calculate this →