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
Dzire
Maximum Power
441 kW
60 kW @ 5700 rpm
Maximum Torque
900 Nm @ 1700 rpm
112 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Engine Size
6749 cc
1197 cc
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
21.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
118 mm
145 mm
Boot / Load Bay
500 l
378 l
Airbags
8
6
Kerb Weight
2505 kg
940 kg
Seating Capacity
-
-
Warranty
4 years; regional conditions apply
5
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Black Badge Ghost has a slight advantage, but Dzire remains highly competitive.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Black Badge Ghost
+74 pts
Efficiency
Dzire
+51 pts
Safety
Black Badge Ghost
+17 pts
Practicality
Black Badge Ghost
+3 pts
Ownership
Dzire
+27 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
Dzire
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
Dzire
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
Dzire
Model Introduced Year
2022
2020
Generation
Second-generation Black Badge Ghost in Series II form
Second generation Dzire on HEARTECT platform — same structural architecture as the fifth-generation Swift, updated with Z12E DualJet engine for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
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
Second-generation Dzire (ZD41S) introduced globally in 2017; engine updated to Z12E DualJet in SA specification for 2024 launch; minor equipment and colour updates in 2026.
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2026
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
-
Arctic White Pearl, Grandeur Grey Metallic, Midnight Black Pearl, Burning Red Pearl, Speedy Blue
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
940 kg
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
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 Automatic
Final Drive Ratio
2.81:1
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
CVT
Transmission Type
8-speed ZF automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Torque Converter with CVT Belt Drive
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 Automatic
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
FWD
Transmission Speeds
8
CVT
Gear Shift Type
Satellite Aided automatic gear selection via column stalk with Low button
CVT Automatic
LSD Available
-
Not Applicable
Engine Position
-
Transverse Front-Mounted
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
Dzire
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
21.7 km/l
City Mileage
5.10 km/l
17.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
8.08 km/l
25 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
37 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6e (B6e)
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Automatic start/stop: Yes
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
15.8 l/100km
4.6 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
15.8 l/100km
4.6 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
15.8 l/100km
4.6 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
6.33 km/l
21.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
15.8 l/100km
4.6 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
15.8 l/100km
4.6 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
15.8 l/100km
4.6 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
90
37
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
Dzire
Airbags
8
6
ABS
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Standard
Traction Control
Dynamic Traction Control
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Rear child-safety locks
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
ISOFIX child-seat mounts
Standard
Brake Assist
Dynamic Brake Control
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Vehicle immobiliser
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front seatbelt warning sensor
Standard — Front
Front Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Not Available
AEB
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
Standard — Low Speed AEB
BA
Dynamic Brake Control
Standard
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
Standard
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
Standard — Front
Side Airbags
Front side-impact airbags
Standard
TCS
Dynamic Traction Control
Standard
Knee Airbag
Active front knee protection
Not Available
ABS EBD
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Front seatbelt warning sensor
Standard — Front
Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Brake Override System
-
Not Available
Fatigue Detection
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
Cruise Control
Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control fitted to the referenced current vehicle
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Not Available
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
Rear View Camera
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
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Driver Fatigue Alert
Driver Attention Alert System
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Speed Limit Information
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
High-Beam Assistance
Standard
Auto Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Standard
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
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
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Collision Warning with Brake Function
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Front Camera
-
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Not Available
Rear View Camera
-
Rear View Camera
Reverse Camera Type
-
Rear View Camera
Reversing Camera
-
Rear View Camera
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
Seat Material
Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives
Fabric with Leather Trim
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
Manual 6-way
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Manual 4-way
Seat Trim
Technical Carbon and Placed Perforation available
Fabric with Leather Trim
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual 6-way
Steering Type
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt Adjustable
Rear AC Vents
-
Not Available
Rear USB Ports
-
1 USB Type-A
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Interior Colour Options
-
5
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual 6-way
Fabric Seats
-
Fabric with Leather Trim
Driver Seat
-
Manual 6-way
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
9-inch touchscreen on GL+ with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, rear view camera from GL+, push-button start from GL+, six airbags on GL+ CVT, AEB and lane departure warning on GL+ CVT, manual air conditioning standard, ch
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Fabric with Leather Trim
Interior Colours
-
5
Seat Belt Warning
-
Standard — Front
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
Climate Control
Automatic four-zone climate control
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down
Standard
Keyless Entry
Comfort Access keyless entry
Standard
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Wireless smartphone charging
15W Wireless Charging
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
Manual Air Conditioning
Automatic Headlamps
-
LED Projector Headlights
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Manual Air Conditioning
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Standard
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Push Button Start
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Push Button Start
Standard
Engine Warranty
-
4 Years
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
4.6
Heads Up Display
-
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Panoramic Roof
No
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
Standard
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Standard
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Fabric with Leather Trim
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Standard — Front
Skid Plates
-
Not Available
Spare Wheel
No spare wheel
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Stabilizer Bar
-
Standard
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Standard
Tail Lamps
-
LED Tail Lamps
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt Adjustable
Voice Command
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Voice Command Support
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Accelerator 0 100
-
13.2 sec
Air Conditioning
Automatic four-zone climate control
Manual Air Conditioning
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Front Wiper
-
Standard
Front Wipers Type
-
Standard
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Standard
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
Manual Aircon
-
Manual Air Conditioning
Mirror
-
Standard
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Standard
Rear Air Conditioning
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
LED Tail Lamps
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Rim Size
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments; 22-inch part-polished seven-spoke forged Black Badge wheels
15 Inches
Sound System
16
4
Source Model Column
-
dzire
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Standard
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt Adjustable
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
flagship
Unlocking
Comfort Access keyless entry
Standard
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
-
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Standard
Walk Away Lock
-
Standard
Wireless Charger
Wireless smartphone charging
15W Wireless Charging
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
378 l
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
Length
5545 mm
3995 mm
Width
1998 mm
1735 mm
Height
1573 mm
1525 mm
Wheelbase
3295 mm
2450 mm
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Front Headroom
1030 mm
-
Payload Capacity
625 kg
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
37 l
Kerb Weight
2505 kg
940 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
-
Rear Headroom
990 mm
-
Front Legroom
1060 mm
-
Rear Legroom
1075 mm
-
Ground Clearance (Default)
118 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
118 mm
-
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
378 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3130 kg
-
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Minimum Turning Radius
6.5 m
-
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
Engine
6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol in high-power configuration
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Cylinders
12
3
Valves
48
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
12.0:1
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Top Speed
250 km/h
160 km/h
Engine Code
N74B68A
Z12E
Cylinder Layout
V
Inline
Aspiration
Twin Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Bore
89 mm
73 mm
Stroke
90.4 mm
95.5 mm
Drive Modes
Low
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Yes
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement
6749 cc
1197 cc
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
CVT
0-100 km/h
4.7 sec
13.2 sec
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Maximum Power
441 kW
60 kW @ 5700 rpm
Maximum Torque
900 Nm @ 1700 rpm
112 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
176 kW/tonne
63.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
359.3 Nm/tonne
119.1 Nm/tonne
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
Dzire
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth wireless technology
Standard
Number of Speakers
16
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
SPIRIT digital instrument interface
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Infotainment System
SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen and SPIRIT
9-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen and SPIRIT
9-inch Touchscreen
USB Ports
USB Type-C ports
1 USB Type-A
Navigation System
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Wireless Android Auto
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen and SPIRIT
9-inch Touchscreen
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Standard
Infotainment Display
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
1 USB Type-A
Audio Speakers
16
4
Audio System
-
4
Display Audio
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
1 USB Type-A
Head Up Display
-
Not Available
Multi Information Display
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Connected Services
-
Standard
Voice Control
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Wireless Android Auto
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
LED Headlamps
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lamps
Series II daytime-running-light treatment
LED DRL
Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
Not Available
Roof Rails
No; vehicle not approved for roof loads
Not Available
Headlights
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Bespoke colour commissions available
5
Alloy Wheel Design
-
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Roof Type
-
Not Available
Rear Wiper
-
Standard
Body Type
-
Sedan
DRL
Series II daytime-running-light treatment
LED DRL
Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Led Headlights
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Led Taillights
-
LED Tail Lamps
Rear Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Auto Headlights
-
LED Projector Headlights
Automatic Headlamps
-
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Series II daytime-running-light treatment
LED DRL
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
-
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
-
LED Projector Headlights
Headlamps
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Headlight Type
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
LED Projector Headlights
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
0 mm
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
-
0 deg
Departure Angle
-
0 deg
Underbody Protection
-
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
0 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
1 Rear Tow Hook
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
-
0 deg
Approach Angle Deg
-
0 deg
Breakover Angle
-
0 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
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
-
0 mm
Ground Clearance Max
-
145 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
145 mm
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
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
185/65 R15
Front Brake Type
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
No spare wheel
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Wheel Rim Size
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments; 22-inch part-polished seven-spoke forged Black Badge wheels
15 Inches
Handbrake Type
Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs
Conventional Handbrake
Wheel Type
-
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
236 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
190 mm
Parking Brake Type
-
Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Load Index
-
84
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Spare Tyre
No spare wheel
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Tyre Type
-
185/65 R15
Wheel Diameter
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments; 22-inch part-polished seven-spoke forged Black Badge wheels
15 Inches
Auto Brake Hold
-
Conventional Handbrake
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Brakes
-
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Electric Park Brake
-
Conventional Handbrake
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Standard
Wheel Material
-
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Wheel Size Type
-
15 Inches
Wheels
-
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
Front Suspension
Black Badge Planar Suspension with electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Black Badge Planar Suspension with electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Power Steering
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
-
Tilt Adjustable
Front Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
-
Torsion Beam
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Front Suspension Type
Black Badge Planar Suspension with electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
-
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Black Badge Planar Suspension with electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
CO2 Emissions
359 g/km
115 g/km
Start Stop System
-
Not Available
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Applicable
Noise Level
-
67 dB
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
93 RON Unleaded
Particulate Filter
-
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
Green NCAP Rating
-
Not Independently Rated
Idle CO2 Output
-
Within Euro 5 Limits
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
115
Variable Valve Timing
-
Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust
Spec
Black Badge Ghost
Dzire
Ownership Role
High-power owner-driver expression of the Ghost saloon
Performance
Black Badge Ghost +74
Efficiency
Dzire +51
Safety
Black Badge Ghost +17
Practicality
Black Badge Ghost +3
Ownership
Dzire +27
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
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
Dzire
Performance
26/100
Efficiency
80/100
Safety
82/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
71/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost
wins with 71 pts
vs 62 pts for Dzire
In structured scoring, Black Badge Ghost emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Dzire may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
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 Dzire 80. 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, Dzire 82. 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, Dzire 71. 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, Dzire 60. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Black Badge Ghost 100, Dzire 26. 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 Dzire in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Black Badge Ghost scores 100 vs 26.
Efficiency: Black Badge Ghost scores 29 vs 80.
Safety: Black Badge Ghost scores 99 vs 82.
Practicality: Black Badge Ghost scores 63 vs 60.
Ownership: Black Badge Ghost scores 44 vs 71.
Final structured scoring gives Black Badge Ghost
the advantage in this comparison.
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