A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Maximum Power
441 kW
103 kW
Maximum Torque
900 Nm @ 1700 rpm
142 Nm
Engine Size
6749 cc
1798 cc
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
25.6 km/l
Ground Clearance
118 mm
130 mm
Boot / Load Bay
500 l
470 l
Airbags
8
Side, curtain, driver, passenger and driver knee airbags
Kerb Weight
2505 kg
1430 kg
Seating Capacity
-
-
Warranty
4 years; regional conditions apply
3 years / 100 000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Black Badge Ghost holds a noticeable edge over Corolla, especially in key ownership areas.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Black Badge Ghost
+60 pts
Efficiency
Corolla
+67 pts
Safety
Black Badge Ghost
+61 pts
Practicality
Black Badge Ghost
+3 pts
Ownership
Corolla
+4 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
Black Badge Ghost
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Corolla
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Black Badge Ghost
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Corolla
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Model Introduced Year
2022
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Second-generation Black Badge Ghost in Series II form
Current South African Corolla listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
The current-generation Black Badge Ghost debuted globally in 2021, was introduced in South Africa in 2022 and evolved into Black Badge Ghost Series II in October 2024
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2024
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Four-door performance-luxury saloon
Sedan
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Full-size performance super-luxury saloon
Sedan
Vehicle Type
Internal-combustion passenger car
Sedan
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
1405 kg
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Drivetrain Layout
All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering
Front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
ATC 13 transfer case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Electronic differential lock (EDS); no mechanically lockable differential
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Gearbox
8-speed ZF automatic
CVT
Final Drive Ratio
2.81:1
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
8-speed ZF automatic
Continuously Variable Transmission
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
FWD/
4WD Engagement
Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
8-speed ZF automatic
CVT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
All-wheel-drive power delivery with active rear-axle steering
Front-wheel drive
Transmission Speeds
8
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Satellite Aided automatic gear selection via column stalk with Low button
CVT
LSD Available
-
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
25.6 km/l
City Mileage
5.10 km/l
21 km/l
Highway Mileage
8.08 km/l
29.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
43 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6e (B6e)
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Automatic start/stop: Yes
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
15.8 l/100km
25.6 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
15.8 l/100km
25.6 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
15.8 l/100km
25.6 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
6.33 km/l
25.6 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
15.8 l/100km
25.6 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
15.8 l/100km
25.6 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
15.8 l/100km
25.6 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
90
43 l
Combined Driving Range
570-584 km (calculated from 90 L and 15.4-15.8 l/100 km WLTP)
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
822 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
576 km
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Airbags
8
Side, curtain, driver, passenger and driver knee airbags
ABS
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Not Available
Traction Control
Dynamic Traction Control
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Rear child-safety locks
Child-seat support
ISOFIX Mounts
ISOFIX child-seat mounts
Standard
Brake Assist
Dynamic Brake Control
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Vehicle immobiliser
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front seatbelt warning sensor
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Not Available
AEB
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
Not Available
BA
Dynamic Brake Control
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Front Head Protection System
Standard
Driver Airbag
Driver airbag
Standard
EBD
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Vehicle immobiliser
Not Available
Hill Hold
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Front-passenger airbag
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters
Not Available
Side Airbags
Front side-impact airbags
Standard
TCS
Dynamic Traction Control
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Active front knee protection
Driver knee airbag
ABS EBD
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Front seatbelt warning sensor
Not Available
Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Not Available
Brake Override System
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Cruise Control
Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control fitted to the referenced current vehicle
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Driver Attention Alert System
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Speed Limit Information
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
High-Beam Assistance
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
Not Available
Park Assist
Park Assist and Reversing Assistant
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Collision Warning with Brake Function
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Seat Material
Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Heated front seats; rear-seat heating available
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Front and rear seat cooling available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Illuminated Fascia with Black Badge infinity motif
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
No
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Technical Carbon and Placed Perforation available
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Corolla grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Climate Control
Automatic four-zone climate control
Not Available
Power Windows
Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Comfort Access keyless entry
Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Wireless smartphone charging
Standard
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Power open/close luggage compartment
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
Not Available
AC Type
Automatic four-zone climate control
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Push Button Start
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Push Button Start
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
25.6
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Standard
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Skid Plates
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Smart Entry
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Smart Entry
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Smart Entry
Source Model Column
-
corolla
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
top
Unlocking
Comfort Access keyless entry
Smart Entry
Variant Role
-
Mid-to-high value derivative
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Smart Entry
Walk Away Lock
-
Smart Entry
Wireless Charger
Wireless smartphone charging
Standard
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
470 l
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Length
5545 mm
4630 mm
Width
1998 mm
1780 mm
Height
1573 mm
1435 mm
Wheelbase
3295 mm
2700 mm
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Front Headroom
1030 mm
-
Payload Capacity
625 kg
440 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
43 l
Kerb Weight
2505 kg
1430 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
-
Rear Headroom
990 mm
-
Front Legroom
1060 mm
-
Rear Legroom
1075 mm
-
Ground Clearance (Default)
118 mm
130 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
118 mm
-
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
470 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3130 kg
1845 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Minimum Turning Radius
6.5 m
-
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Engine
6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol in high-power configuration
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinders
12
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
48
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Top Speed
250 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
N74B68A
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
V
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Twin Turbocharged
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
89 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
90.4 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Low
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Yes
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement
6749 cc
1798 cc
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
CVT
0-100 km/h
4.7 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid
Maximum Power
441 kW
103 kW
Maximum Torque
900 Nm @ 1700 rpm
142 Nm
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
176 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
359.3 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Standard
Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth wireless technology
Standard
Number of Speakers
16
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
SPIRIT digital instrument interface
Not Applicable
Infotainment System
SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands
12.3
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen and SPIRIT
12.3
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen and SPIRIT
12.3
USB Ports
USB Type-C ports
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen and SPIRIT
12.3
Infotainment Display
-
12.3
Connected Services
-
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
LED Headlamps
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Series II daytime-running-light treatment
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
Not Available
Roof Rails
No; vehicle not approved for roof loads
Not Available
Headlights
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Bespoke colour commissions available
3
Body Type
-
Sedan
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
-
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available
Locking Differential
Electronic differential lock (EDS); no mechanically lockable differential
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive with all-wheel steering
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
-
-
Departure Angle
-
-
Underbody Protection
-
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Breakover Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Ground Clearance Max
-
130 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
130 mm
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Tyre Size
255/35 R22 102Y front and 285/30 R22 104Y rear; 255/40 R21 102Y front and 285/35 R21 105Y rear; 255/45 R20 105Y front and 285/40 R20 108Y rear; 255/45 R20 105V M+S all-round
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
No spare wheel
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments; 22-inch part-polished seven-spoke forged Black Badge wheels
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Front Suspension
Black Badge Planar Suspension with electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Black Badge Planar Suspension with electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
Not Available
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
CO2 Emissions
359 g/km
0 g/km
Hybrid System Type
-
Hybrid
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Hybrid
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
-
0
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
0
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Corolla
Ownership Role
High-power owner-driver expression of the Ghost saloon
Performance
Black Badge Ghost +60
Efficiency
Corolla +67
Safety
Black Badge Ghost +61
Practicality
Black Badge Ghost +3
Ownership
Corolla +4
Moderate difference between the models.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Black Badge Ghost
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
29/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
44/100
Corolla
Performance
40/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
38/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
48/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost
wins with 71 pts
vs 55 pts for Corolla
In structured scoring, Black Badge Ghost emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Corolla may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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On our scoring the Black Badge Ghost edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: Black Badge Ghost 29 vs Corolla 96. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: Black Badge Ghost 99, Corolla 38. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: Black Badge Ghost 44, Corolla 48. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: Black Badge Ghost 63, Corolla 60. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Black Badge Ghost 100, Corolla 40. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The Black Badge Ghost edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Black Badge Ghost scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between Black Badge Ghost and Corolla in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Black Badge Ghost scores 100 vs 40.
Efficiency: Black Badge Ghost scores 29 vs 96.
Safety: Black Badge Ghost scores 99 vs 38.
Practicality: Black Badge Ghost scores 63 vs 60.
Ownership: Black Badge Ghost scores 44 vs 48.
Final structured scoring gives Black Badge Ghost
the advantage in this comparison.
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