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
Ghost Extended
GR86
Maximum Power
420 kW @ 5000 rpm
173 kW @ 7000 rpm
Maximum Torque
850 Nm @ 1600 rpm
250 Nm @ 3700 rpm
Engine Size
6749 cc
2387 cc
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
10.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
118 mm
130 mm
Boot / Load Bay
500 l
237 l
Airbags
8
7
Kerb Weight
2545 kg
1270 kg
Seating Capacity
-
-
Warranty
4 years; regional conditions apply
3 years / 100 000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Ghost Extended has a slight advantage, but GR86 remains highly competitive.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Ghost Extended
+33 pts
Efficiency
GR86
+16 pts
Safety
Ghost Extended
+16 pts
Practicality
Ghost Extended
+17 pts
Ownership
Ghost Extended
+1 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
Ghost Extended
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
GR86
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Ghost Extended
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
GR86
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Generation
Second-generation Ghost Extended in long-wheelbase Series II form
Second generation GR86 with improved 2.4L engine
Facelift History
Ghost Extended joined the second-generation Ghost family globally in 2020 and evolved into Ghost Extended Series II in October 2024; its exact South African introduction year remains unverified
Second generation introduced in 2022 with more power
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2022
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Extended-wheelbase four-door luxury saloon
Sedan
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Extended-wheelbase full-size super-luxury saloon
Sedan
Vehicle Type
Internal-combustion passenger car
Sedan
Model Introduced Year
-
2022
Color Note
-
White, Red, Black, Grey, Blue
Dealer Stock Note
-
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
1270 kg
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Drivetrain Layout
All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering
Rear Wheel Drive
Transfer Case
ATC 13 transfer case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Standard
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Final Drive Ratio
2.81:1
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
4
Transmission Type
8-speed automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
RWD
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
Standard
Front Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
8-speed automatic
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
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
RWD
Rear Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
8
4
Gear Shift Type
Satellite Aided automatic gear selection
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
LSD Available
-
Torsen LSD
Engine Position
-
Front Longitudinal
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
10.9 km/l
City Mileage
5.10 km/l
8 km/l
Highway Mileage
8.08 km/l
12 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
50 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
9.2 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
15.8 l/100km
9.2 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
15.8 l/100km
9.2 l/100km
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
15.8 l/100km
9.2 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
15.8 l/100km
9.2 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
15.8 l/100km
9.2 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
90
50
Combined Driving Range
570-588 km (calculated from 90 L and 15.3-15.8 l/100 km WLTP)
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
6.33 km/l
10.9 km/l
Range Real World Highway
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Airbags
8
7
ABS
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard with Sport Mode
Electronic Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
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
Low tyre-pressure warning
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Engine immobiliser
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Driver and front-passenger 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
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Front Head Protection System
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Driver airbag
7
EBD
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard with Sport Mode
Engine Immobiliser
Engine immobiliser
Standard
Hill Hold
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Front-passenger airbag
7
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
Not Available
TCS
Dynamic Traction Control
Standard
Knee Airbag
Active front knee protection
Not Available
ABS EBD
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard with Sport Mode
Seatbelt Reminder
Driver and front-passenger seatbelt warning sensor
Not Available
Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
Alarm System
-
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Brake Override System
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
7
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
7
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard with Track Mode
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Cruise Control
Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control available on the exact current Ghost family
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
Rear
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Standard
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
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Rear
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Standard
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
-
Standard
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Rear
Parking Sensor
-
Rear
Pre-Collision System
-
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Seat Material
Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives
Sport Fabric/Suede
Heated Seats
Available, including rear-seat heating
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Available, including rear-seat cooling
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Bespoke Starlight Headliner available
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
No
50/50 Split
Driver Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Manual
Seat Trim
Placed Perforation leather seat design available
Sport Fabric/Suede
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual
Steering Type
-
Electric
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
50/50 Split
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Rear Armrest
-
Not Available
Rear USB Ports
-
2
Instrument Cluster Type
-
7-inch Digital
Interior Colour Options
-
5
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual
Fabric Seats
-
Sport Fabric/Suede
Armrest Front
-
Standard
Armrest Rear
-
Not Available
Driver Seat
-
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Driver-focused cockpit, sports seats, digital cluster, infotainment system
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Sport Fabric/Suede
Interior Colours
-
5
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Not Available
Seat Fold Type
-
50/50 Split
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Climate Control
Automatic four-zone climate control
Manual AC
Power Windows
Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Comfort Access keyless entry
Standard
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Wireless smartphone charging
Not Available
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Power open/close luggage compartment
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
Standard
AC Type
Automatic four-zone climate control
Manual AC
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Standard
Climate Zones
-
Manual AC
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
All Doors
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Standard
TPMS
Low tyre-pressure warning
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Push Button Start
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Push Button Start
Standard
Engine Warranty
-
Not Applicable
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
9.2
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Panoramic Roof
No
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
All Doors
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Standard
Rear Seat Split
-
50/50 Split
Rear Wing
-
Rear Spoiler
Seat Type
-
Sport Fabric/Suede
Skid Plates
-
Not Available
Spare Wheel
No spare wheel
Space Saver
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
-
Standard
Voice Command Support
-
Standard
Accelerator 0 100
-
6.9 sec
Air Conditioning
Automatic four-zone climate control
Manual AC
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Centre Console
-
Standard
Common Rail Injection
-
Direct + Port Injection
Diff Lock
-
Not Applicable
Difflock
-
Not Applicable
Digital Speedometer
-
7-inch Digital
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
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 AC
Mirror
-
All Doors
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Standard
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Standard
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Rim Size
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments
18-inch BBS Alloy
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Not Available
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Rear
Sound System
16
6
Source Model Column
-
gr86
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
Surround View Monitor
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
top
Unlocking
Comfort Access keyless entry
Standard
Variant Role
-
Core range derivative
Vdc
-
Standard with Track Mode
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
Not Available
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
237 l
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Length
5715 mm
4265 mm
Width
1998 mm
1775 mm
Height
1574 mm
1310 mm
Wheelbase
3465 mm
2575 mm
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Front Headroom
1030 mm
-
Payload Capacity
585 kg
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
50 l
Kerb Weight
2545 kg
1270 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
-
Rear Headroom
990 mm
-
Front Legroom
1060 mm
-
Rear Legroom
1245 mm
-
Ground Clearance (Default)
118 mm
130 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
118 mm
-
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
237 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3130 kg
1660 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
4 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Minimum Turning Radius
6.8 m
5.4 m
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Engine
6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol
2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Cylinders
12
4
Valves
48
16
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Dual Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
12.5:1
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Top Speed
250 km/h
226 km/h
Engine Code
N74B68A
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
V
Boxer
Aspiration
Twin Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Bore
89 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
90.4 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Low
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement
6749 cc
2387 cc
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
0-100 km/h
4.8 sec
6.9 sec
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Maximum Power
420 kW @ 5000 rpm
173 kW @ 7000 rpm
Maximum Torque
850 Nm @ 1600 rpm
250 Nm @ 3700 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
165 kW/tonne
136.2 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
334 Nm/tonne
196.9 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
Ghost Extended
GR86
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Standard
Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth wireless technology; rear passengers can pair headphones individually
Standard
Number of Speakers
16
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
SPIRIT digital instrument interface
7-inch Digital
Infotainment System
SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available
8-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
8-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
8-inch Touchscreen
USB Ports
USB Type-C ports
2
Navigation System
-
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
8-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
-
8-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
2
Audio Speakers
16
6
Audio System
-
6
Display Audio
-
8-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
2
Multi Information Display
-
7-inch Digital
Connected Services
-
Standard
Voice Control
-
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Standard
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
LED Headlamps
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Series II daytime-running lights
LED
Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
LED
Roof Rails
No; vehicle not approved for roof loads
Not Available
Headlights
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Bespoke exterior colour commissions
5
Alloy Wheel Design
-
18-inch BBS Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Rear Spoiler
Roof Type
-
Not Available
Body Type
-
Sedan
DRL
Series II daytime-running lights
LED
Fog Lights
-
LED
Front Fog Lights
-
LED
Led Headlights
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Auto Headlights
-
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Series II daytime-running lights
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
-
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
All Doors
Front Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
LED
Headlamp Levelling
-
Full LED
Headlamps
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Headlight Type
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Rear Spoiler
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
-
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available
Locking Differential
No 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
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Breakover Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle 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
-
-
Ground Clearance Max
-
130 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
130 mm
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
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
215/40 R18
Front Brake Type
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Rear Brake Type
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Solid Disc
Spare Wheel Type
No spare wheel
Space Saver
Wheel Rim Size
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments
18-inch BBS Alloy
Handbrake Type
Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs
Not Applicable
Wheel Type
-
18-inch BBS Alloy
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Brake Type Rear
-
Solid Disc
Spare Tyre
No spare wheel
Space Saver
Tyre Type
-
215/40 R18
Wheel Diameter
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments
18-inch BBS Alloy
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Not Available
Brakes
-
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Space Saver
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Low tyre-pressure warning
Standard
Wheel Material
-
18-inch BBS Alloy
Wheels
-
18-inch BBS Alloy
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Front Suspension
Planar Suspension with upper wishbone damper, electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Five-link rear axle with self-levelling high-volume air suspension
Double Wishbone
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Front Spring Type
-
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
-
Double Wishbone
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque
Front Suspension Type
Planar Suspension with upper wishbone damper, electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
MacPherson Strut
Rear Axle Type
-
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Type
Five-link rear axle with self-levelling high-volume air suspension
Double Wishbone
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Front Track Width
-
1520 mm
Rear Track Width
-
1540 mm
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
CO2 Emissions
358 g/km
177 g/km
Start Stop System
-
Not Available
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Applicable
Noise Level
-
70 dB
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Petrol
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
Idle CO2 Output
-
177
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
177
Spec
Ghost Extended
GR86
Ownership Role
Rear-space-focused Ghost for mixed owner-driven and chauffeur use
🏆Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended
wins with 71 pts
vs 59 pts for GR86
In structured scoring, Ghost Extended emerges as the stronger overall package. However, GR86 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 Ghost Extended 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: Ghost Extended 29 vs GR86 45. 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: Ghost Extended 99, GR86 83. 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: Ghost Extended 44, GR86 43. 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: Ghost Extended 63, GR86 46. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Ghost Extended 100, GR86 67. 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 Ghost Extended edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Ghost Extended 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 Ghost Extended and GR86 in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Ghost Extended scores 100 vs 67.
Efficiency: Ghost Extended scores 29 vs 45.
Safety: Ghost Extended scores 99 vs 83.
Practicality: Ghost Extended scores 63 vs 46.
Ownership: Ghost Extended scores 44 vs 43.
Final structured scoring gives Ghost Extended
the advantage in this comparison.
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