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
Pegas
Maximum Power
420 kW @ 5000 rpm
73 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
850 Nm @ 1600 rpm
132 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Engine Size
6749 cc
1368 cc
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
16.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
118 mm
148 mm
Boot / Load Bay
500 l
502 l
Airbags
8
6
Kerb Weight
2545 kg
1130 kg
Seating Capacity
-
-
Warranty
4 years; regional conditions apply
7 Years / 150,000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Ghost Extended has a slight advantage, but Pegas remains highly competitive.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Ghost Extended
+67 pts
Efficiency
Pegas
+36 pts
Safety
Ghost Extended
+19 pts
Practicality
Pegas
+4 pts
Ownership
Pegas
+27 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
Ghost Extended
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway Driving
Pegas
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Best suited to:Fuel EfficiencyFamily Usage
Which One's Right for You?
Ghost Extended
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Pegas
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Generation
Second-generation Ghost Extended in long-wheelbase Series II form
First generation; purpose-designed for emerging markets
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
Minor updates in 2022 including revised infotainment; no full facelift
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
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Color Note
-
Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Silky Silver, Gravity Blue, Passion Red
Tare Mass Kg
-
1130 kg
Model Introduced Year
-
2019
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Drivetrain Layout
All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering
FWD
Transfer Case
ATC 13 transfer case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No lockable differential
No
Paddle Shifters
No
No
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
4-Speed Automatic
Final Drive Ratio
2.81:1
3.84
Number of Gears
8
4
Transmission Type
8-speed automatic
Automatic Transmission
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Torque Converter
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
No
Front Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
8-speed automatic
4-Speed 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
Rear Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
8
4
Gear Shift Type
Satellite Aided automatic gear selection
Automatic
Gear Shift Indicator
-
No
LSD Available
-
No
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
15.1:1
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Engine Position
-
Front Transverse
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
16.9 km/l
City Mileage
5.10 km/l
13.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
8.08 km/l
19.6 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
40 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6e (B6e)
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
No
Auto Start Stop
Automatic start/stop: Yes
No
Average Fuel Consumption
15.8 l/100km
5.9 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
15.8 l/100km
5.9 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
15.8 l/100km
5.9 l/100km
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
15.8 l/100km
5.9 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
15.8 l/100km
5.9 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
15.8 l/100km
5.9 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
90
40
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
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
-
5.1 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
6.33 km/l
16.9 km/l
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Range Real World Highway
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Consumption Urban
-
7.2 l/100km
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Airbags
8
6
ABS
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Yes
Traction Control
Dynamic Traction Control
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Rear child-safety locks
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
ISOFIX child-seat mounts
Yes
Brake Assist
Dynamic Brake Control
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Low tyre-pressure warning
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Engine immobiliser
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Driver and front-passenger seatbelt warning sensor
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Yes
AEB
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
No
BA
Dynamic Brake Control
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Front Head Protection System
Yes
Driver Airbag
Driver airbag
Yes
EBD
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Engine immobiliser
Yes
Hill Hold
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Front-passenger airbag
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters
Yes
Side Airbags
Front side-impact airbags
Yes
TCS
Dynamic Traction Control
Yes
Knee Airbag
Active front knee protection
No
ABS EBD
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Driver and front-passenger seatbelt warning sensor
Yes
Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Yes
Brake Override System
-
Yes
Side Impact Beams
-
Yes
Whiplash Protection
-
Yes
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
No
Lane Change Warning
-
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
No
Fatigue Detection
-
No
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Safety Rating
-
5
Central Locking
-
Yes
Alarm System
-
Yes
ESC With Traction Control
-
Yes
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Yes
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Cruise Control
Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control available on the exact current Ghost family
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
No
Lane Keep Assist
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
No
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Yes
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Surround View Camera with 3D view
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Driver Attention Alert System
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Speed Limit Information
No
Auto Highbeam
High-Beam Assistance
No
Auto Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Yes
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
No
Park Assist
Park Assist and Reversing Assistant
No
Around View Monitor
Surround View Camera with 3D view
No
Blind Spot Warning
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
No
Forward Collision Warning
Collision Warning with Brake Function
No
EV Mode
-
No
Reversing Camera
-
Yes
Auto Lights
-
No
Eco Mode
-
No
Sport Mode
-
No
Emergency Braking
-
No
Pre-Collision System
-
No
Rear View Camera
-
Yes
Reverse Camera Type
-
Yes
Surround View Camera
Surround View Camera with 3D view
No
Parking Sensor
-
Yes
Front Camera
-
Yes
Automatic High Beam
-
No
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
No
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Yes
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Seat Material
Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives
Cloth
Heated Seats
Available, including rear-seat heating
No
Ventilated Seats
Available, including rear-seat cooling
No
Ambient Lighting
Bespoke Starlight Headliner available
No
Steering Wheel Material
Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
No
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
6-Way Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
4-Way Manual
Seat Trim
Placed Perforation leather seat design available
Cloth
Front Shoulder Room
-
1380 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
-
1330 mm
Steering Type
-
Yes
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Rear USB Ports
-
No
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Digital
Rear AC Vents
-
No
Cooled Seats
-
No
Fabric Seats
-
Yes
Leather Seats
-
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
6-Way Manual
Seat Adjustment
-
6-Way Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
-
4-Way Manual
Driver Lumbar Support
-
No
Memory Seats
-
No
Folding Rear Seats
-
Yes
Front Headrest
-
Adjustable
Rear Headrest
-
Adjustable
Front Armrest
-
Centre Armrest
Rear Armrest
-
Yes
Door Map Pockets
-
Yes
Cup Holders
-
4
Interior Colour Options
-
Black
Boot Space Seats Down
-
502
Seat Belt Warning
-
Yes
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Cloth
Driver Seat
-
6-Way Manual
Seat Fold Type
-
Yes
Armrest Front
-
Centre Armrest
Armrest Rear
-
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Yes
Interior Colours
-
Black
Interior Trim Colour
-
Black
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
-
No
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Touchscreen infotainment with CarPlay/Android Auto, reverse camera, cruise control (EX), alloy wheels (EX), 460L boot
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Climate Control
Automatic four-zone climate control
Yes
Power Windows
Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down
Yes
Keyless Entry
Comfort Access keyless entry
Yes
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Yes
Wireless Charging
Wireless smartphone charging
No
Sunroof
No
No
Electric Tailgate
Power open/close luggage compartment
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
No
AC Type
Automatic four-zone climate control
Yes
Intercooler
-
No
Rev Matching
-
No
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
5.9
Engine Start Stop Button
Push Button Start
Yes
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Drag Coefficient
-
0.34
Roof Load
-
50 kg
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
502 l
Stabilizer Bar
-
Yes
Steering Response
-
Normal
Skid Plates
-
No
Side Steps
-
No
Tyre Repair Kit
-
No
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Yes
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Speed Limiter
-
Yes
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
-
Yes
Adaptive Dampers
-
No
Voice Command
-
Yes
Voice Command Support
-
Yes
Digital Speedometer
-
Yes
Heads Up Display
-
No
Tachometer
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Multi Function Steering
-
Yes
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Yes
Air Conditioning
Automatic four-zone climate control
Yes
Climate Zones
-
2
Rear Air Conditioning
-
No
Glovebox Cooling
-
No
Seat Type
-
Fabric Seats
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
No
Headrest Adjustable
-
Yes
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
-
Yes
Front Power Outlet
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Yes
Remote Engine Start
-
No
Remote Start
-
No
Remote Central Locking
-
Yes
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Remote
Boot Opener
-
Remote
Heated Mirrors
-
No
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Yes
Electric Mirror Folding
-
No
Remote Side Mirror
-
Yes
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
No
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
No
Rear Window Defroster
-
Yes
Rear Defogger
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
Tail Lamps
-
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
-
No
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Yes
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Panoramic Roof
No
No
Roof Antenna
-
Yes
Rear Wing
-
Yes
Aero Kit
-
No
Chrome Exterior Highlights
-
No
Ride Mode Selection
-
No
Powered Tailgate
-
No
Engine Warranty
-
7 Years / 150,000 km
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Accelerator 0 100
-
11.5 sec
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Diff Lock
-
No
Vdc
-
Yes
TPMS
Low tyre-pressure warning
Yes
Sonar
-
Yes
Automatic High Beam
-
No
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Bottle Holders
-
4
Glove Box
-
Yes
Manual Aircon
-
Yes
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Yes
Passive Entry Start
-
Yes
Wireless Charger
Wireless smartphone charging
No
Lift Gate
-
No
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
No
Power Socket 12v
-
Yes
Sound System
16
6
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Yes
Mirror
-
Electric
Rim Size
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments
195/55 R16
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Yes
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Yes
Sub Frame
-
Unibody
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
pegas
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Unlocking
Comfort Access keyless entry
Yes
Walk Away Lock
-
Yes
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Yes
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
Yes
Front Wiper
-
Yes
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
No
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
-
Yes
Reading Lights Rear
-
Yes
Centre Console
-
Centre Armrest
Side Impact Bars
-
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
502 l
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Performance Data Logger
-
No
Engine Start Stop
Push Button Start
Yes
Spare Wheel
No spare wheel
Temporary Spare
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Surround View Monitor
Surround View Camera with 3D view
No
Driver Display
-
Digital Cluster
Rear Seat Split
-
Yes
Chrome Grille
-
Yes
Difflock
-
No
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Front Wipers Type
-
Yes
Power Mirrors
-
Yes
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Length
5715 mm
4400 mm
Width
1998 mm
1700 mm
Height
1574 mm
1470 mm
Wheelbase
3465 mm
2570 mm
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Front Headroom
1030 mm
990 mm
Payload Capacity
585 kg
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
40 l
Kerb Weight
2545 kg
1130 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
-
Rear Headroom
990 mm
950 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1030 mm
Rear Legroom
1245 mm
860 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
118 mm
148 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
118 mm
-
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
502 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3130 kg
1450 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Minimum Turning Radius
6.8 m
10.4 m
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Engine
6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol
1.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Cylinders
12
4
Valves
48
16
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
11.0:1
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Top Speed
250 km/h
172 km/h
Engine Code
N74B68A
G4FA
Cylinder Layout
V
Inline
Aspiration
Twin Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Bore
89 mm
77 mm
Stroke
90.4 mm
73.4 mm
Drive Modes
Low
No
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Engine Displacement
6749 cc
1368 cc
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
4-Speed Automatic
0-100 km/h
4.8 sec
11.5 sec
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Maximum Power
420 kW @ 5000 rpm
73 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
850 Nm @ 1600 rpm
132 Nm @ 4200 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
64.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
334 Nm/tonne
116.8 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
Pegas
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Yes
Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth wireless technology; rear passengers can pair headphones individually
Yes
Number of Speakers
16
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
SPIRIT digital instrument interface
Yes
Infotainment System
SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available
8.0-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
8.0
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
8.0
USB Ports
USB Type-C ports
2
Infotainment Display
-
8.0
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
8.0
Navigation System
-
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Yes
Rear Usb
-
No
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
No
Premium Audio
-
No
FM Radio
-
Yes
Radio
-
Yes
Voice Recognition
-
Yes
Head Up Display
-
No
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Multi Information Display
-
Digital
Display Audio
-
8.0-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Yes
Connected Services
-
Yes
Audio Speakers
16
6
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
2
Voice Control
-
Yes
Audio
-
Yes
Audio System
-
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Yes
AUX Input
-
No
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
LED Headlamps
LED and laser headlights
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Series II daytime-running lights
Yes
Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
Yes
Roof Rails
No; vehicle not approved for roof loads
Yes
Headlights
LED and laser headlights
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
No
No
Exterior Colour Options
Bespoke exterior colour commissions
Multiple
Front Overhang
-
810 mm
Body Type
-
Sedan
Alloy Wheel Design
-
Alloy Alloy
Rear Wiper
-
Yes
Led Headlights
LED and laser headlights
Yes
DRL
Series II daytime-running lights
Yes
Led Taillights
-
Yes
Fog Lights
-
Yes
Front Fog Lights
-
Yes
Roof Type
-
Standard
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Body Cladding
-
No
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
No
Door Handle Finish
-
Body Colour
Exterior Colour Options
-
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Yes
Auto Headlights
-
No
Automatic Headlamps
-
No
Headlamps
LED and laser headlights
Yes
Exterior Mirror Folding
-
No
Headlamp Levelling
-
Yes
Front Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
Yes
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Exterior Door Handle Colour
-
Body Colour
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Standard
Rear Overhang
-
1020 mm
Rear Fog Lights
-
Yes
Headlight Type
LED and laser headlights
Yes
Daytime Running Lights
Series II daytime-running lights
Yes
Wing Mirror Type
-
Electric
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
-
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available
Locking Differential
No lockable differential
No
4WD System Type
Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive with all-wheel steering
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
-
14 deg
Departure Angle
-
18 deg
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
16 deg
Ramp-over Angle
-
14 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
No
Underbody Protection
-
No
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Ground Clearance Min
-
148 mm
Ground Clearance Max
-
148 mm
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
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
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
14 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
18 deg
Breakover Angle
-
16 deg
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
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
195/55 R16
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
Temporary Spare
Wheel Rim Size
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments
195/55 R16
Handbrake Type
Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs
Electronic
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
280 mm
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
230 mm
Front Tyre Width
-
195 mm
Rear Tyre Width
-
195 mm
Wheel Diameter
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments
195/55 R16
Wheel Type
-
Alloy Alloy
Tyre Type
-
Radial
Tyre Load Index
-
93
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Spare Tyre
No spare wheel
Temporary Spare
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Low tyre-pressure warning
Yes
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Yes
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
No
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Wheel Material
-
Alloy Alloy
Wheels
-
Alloy Alloy
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Temporary Spare
Electric Park Brake
-
Electronic
Wheel Size Type
-
195/55 R16
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Yes
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Leather
Steering Wheel Trim
-
Leather
Brakes
-
Ventilated Disc
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Yes
Cornering Brake Control
-
Yes
Auto Brake Hold
-
Electronic
Parking Brake Type
-
Electronic
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
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
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Front Track Width
-
1475 mm
Rear Track Width
-
1475 mm
Chassis Type
-
Unibody
Front Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Yes
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Yes
Power Steering
-
Yes
Steering Column
-
Adjustable
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Five-link rear axle with self-levelling high-volume air suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Rear Axle Type
-
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic
Chassis Material
-
Unibody
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Front Suspension Type
Planar Suspension with upper wishbone damper, electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
MacPherson Strut
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
CO2 Emissions
358 g/km
136 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
93 Octane
Variable Valve Timing
-
CVVT
Particulate Filter
-
No
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Yes
Idle CO2 Output
-
143
Green NCAP Rating
-
4
Start Stop System
-
No
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 6
Noise Level
-
67 dB
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
136
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Spec
Ghost Extended
Pegas
Ownership Role
Rear-space-focused Ghost for mixed owner-driven and chauffeur use
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Ghost Extended
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
29/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
44/100
Pegas
Performance
33/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
80/100
Practicality
67/100
Ownership
71/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended
wins with 71 pts
vs 62 pts for Pegas
In structured scoring, Ghost Extended emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Pegas may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
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 Pegas 65. 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, Pegas 80. 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, Pegas 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: Ghost Extended 63, Pegas 67. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Ghost Extended 100, Pegas 33. 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 Pegas in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Ghost Extended scores 100 vs 33.
Efficiency: Ghost Extended scores 29 vs 65.
Safety: Ghost Extended scores 99 vs 80.
Practicality: Ghost Extended scores 63 vs 67.
Ownership: Ghost Extended scores 44 vs 71.
Final structured scoring gives Ghost Extended
the advantage in this comparison.
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