DecodedCars2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 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 / 18 hwy
- Length
- 207.9 in
- Curb weight
- 5,809 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 48% below the 2018 compact car average of 27 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 2018 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 / 18 highway), 48% worse than the 2018 compact car average of 27 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2018
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2017 Dawn — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 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 / 18 / 14 | -48% | $5,850 | 634 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn.
Similar 2018 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Rolls-Royce Ghost | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2018 Rolls-Royce Wraith | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2018 Rolls-Royce Dawn buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 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 →