DecodedCars2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 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
- 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, 42% below the 2021 large car average of 24.1 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 2021 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), 42% worse than the 2021 large car average of 24.1 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 2021
- New body dimensions: 5.9 in longer — most likely a redesign or new generation
- Engine added: 6.7L 12-cyl turbo
- Engine dropped: 6.6L 12-cyl turbo
- All-wheel or four-wheel drive now available
Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 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 | -42% | $5,850 | 623 |
| Ghost EWB | 6.7L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -42% | $5,850 | 623 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost.
Similar 2021 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2021 Bentley Flying Spur | 17 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (2)
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.
Seat Belts · Jul 21, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V554000 · 21,537 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i), BMW X1 sDrive28i, xDrive28i, 2 Series Gran Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i xDrive), M2 Competition Coupe, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, M3 Competition, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, CooperS, JCW), X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X2 M35i, Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE), MINI Convertible (Cooper, Cooper S, JCW), MINI Clubman (Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW), MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), Rolls Royce Ghost, MINI Countryman (Cooper S E All4), Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Cullinan, and Toyota Supra vehicles. The passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (MINI); 1-877-877-3735 (Rolls Royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (Toyota).
Not every 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 2021 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 |
| 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 →