DecodedCars2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan RWD, Extended 4dr Sedan RWD
- Engines
- 6.7L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 218.5–225.2 in
- Curb weight
- 5,628–5,730 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, 43% below the 2022 large car average of 24.6 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 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost is a large car offered with a 6.7L 12-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 219 inches long on a 130-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,628 lb (4dr Sedan RWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 19 highway), 43% worse than the 2022 large car average of 24.6 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 2022
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 Ghost — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 Ghost →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan RWD | 218.5 in | – | 61.8 in | 129.5 in | – | 5,628 lb | |
| Extended 4dr Sedan RWD | 225.2 in | – | 61.8 in | 136.6 in | – | 5,730 lb |
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 | 6.7L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -43% | $5,850 | 624 |
| Ghost Extended | 6.7L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -43% | $5,850 | 624 |
| Ghost Black Badge | 6.7L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -43% | $5,850 | 624 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost.
Similar 2022 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Bentley Flying Spur | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (1)
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Sep 21, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V645000 · 1,305 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost vehicles. The single-layer tempered glass protecting the instrument cluster may break in a crash.
- Risk
- Broken glass can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will apply a protective coating on the instrument cluster's single-layer tempered glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2023. Owners may contact Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Not every 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2022 Rolls-Royce Ghost in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2022 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 2022 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 |
| 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 |
| 2017 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 →