A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Rolls-Royce Ghost vs GWM H6 PHEV: the short answer
H6 PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Ghost remains close.
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Maximum Power
Ghost420 kW @ 5000 rpm
H6 PHEV268 kW
Maximum Torque
Ghost850 Nm @ 1600 rpm
H6 PHEV760 Nm
Engine Size
Ghost6749 cc
H6 PHEV1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Ghost6.37 km/l
H6 PHEV90.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
Ghost118 mm
H6 PHEV170 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Rolls-Royce Ghost
Ghost Series II
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Ghost
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Specification evidence leader
H6 PHEV
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Ghost
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
H6 PHEV
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Model Introduced Year
2020
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Second-generation Ghost in standard-wheelbase Series II form
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
The second-generation Ghost was introduced in South Africa in 2020 and evolved into 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 luxury saloon
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Full-size super-luxury saloon
SUV
Vehicle Type
Internal-combustion passenger car
SUV
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT
Tare Mass Kg
-
1946 kg
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Length
5545 mm
4703 mm
Width
1998 mm
1886 mm
Height
1573 mm
1730 mm
Wheelbase
3295 mm
2738 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
118 mm
170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
118 mm
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
560 l
Kerb Weight
2490 kg
1980 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3130 kg
2400 kg
Payload Capacity
640 kg
480 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
1500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.5 m
6.0 m
Front Headroom
1030 mm
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
990 mm
960 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
1075 mm
900 mm
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Engine
6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Code
N74B68A
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Displacement
6749 cc
1500 cc
Cylinders
12
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
V
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
48
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Twin Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
89 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
90.4 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
420 kW @ 5000 rpm
268 kW
Maximum Torque
850 Nm @ 1600 rpm
760 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
250 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
4.8 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Low
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
168.7 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
341.4 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
19.1 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
106 km
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering
4WD / AWD
Transfer Case
ATC 13 transfer case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
2.81:1
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
8-speed automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Satellite Aided automatic gear selection
Automatic
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
4x2
4WD Engagement
Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
8-speed automatic
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
Two-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
8
Not Applicable
LSD Available
-
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Yes
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Claimed Mileage
6.37 km/l
90.9 km/l
City Mileage
5.10 km/l
12.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
8.08 km/l
16.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6e (B6e)
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Automatic start/stop: Yes
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
90
55
Combined Driving Range
573-588 km (calculated from 90 L and 15.3-15.7 l/100 km WLTP)
Over 1000 km
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
6.37 km/l
90.9 km/l
Range Real World Highway
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Airbags
8
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
ABS
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Not Available
Traction Control
Dynamic Traction Control
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Rear child-safety locks
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
ISOFIX child-seat mounts
Not Available
Brake Assist
Dynamic Brake Control
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Engine 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
Standard
BA
Dynamic Brake Control
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Front Head Protection System
Standard
Driver Airbag
Driver airbag
Not Available
EBD
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Engine immobiliser
Not Available
Hill Hold
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Front-passenger airbag
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Front seatbelt warning sensor
Not Available
Side Airbags
Front side-impact airbags
Standard
Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Not Available
TCS
Dynamic Traction Control
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Active front knee protection
Not Available
ABS EBD
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available
Brake Override System
-
Not Available
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
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
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
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Surround View Camera with 3D view
540-degree panoramic camera
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Driver Attention Alert System
Standard
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
540-degree panoramic camera
Blind Spot Warning
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Collision Warning with Brake Function
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Standard
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
Surround View Camera with 3D view
540-degree panoramic camera
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Seat Material
Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Available, including rear-seat heating
Front
Ventilated Seats
Available, including rear-seat cooling
Front
Ambient Lighting
Illuminated Fascia with celestial design
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
Duality Twill embroidered seat upholstery available
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
-
10.25-inch
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H6 PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Climate Control
Automatic four-zone climate control
Dual-zone
Power Windows
Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Comfort Access keyless entry
Not Available
Push Button Start
Keyless start
Not Available
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
Dual-zone
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
1445 l
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Dual-zone
Engine Warranty
-
5
Heads Up Display
-
Full-colour
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Air Conditioning
Automatic four-zone climate control
Dual-zone
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
10.25-inch
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
-
Dual-zone
Heated Steering Wheel
-
Standard
Sound System
16
9
Source Model Column
-
h6-phev
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
Surround View Camera with 3D view
540-degree panoramic camera
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Infotainment System
SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available
Coffee OS
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Wireless
Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth wireless technology; rear passengers can pair headphones individually
Wireless
Number of Speakers
16
9
Digital Instrument Cluster
SPIRIT digital instrument interface
10.25-inch
USB Ports
USB Type-C ports
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
Coffee OS
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
Coffee OS
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Wireless
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
Coffee OS
Infotainment Display
-
Coffee OS
Audio Speakers
16
9
Audio System
-
9
Display Audio
-
Coffee OS
Head Up Display
-
Full-colour
Multi Information Display
-
10.25-inch
Connected Services
-
Wireless
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wireless
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
LED Headlamps
LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Series II daytime-running lights
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
Not Available
Roof Rails
No; vehicle not approved for roof loads
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Bespoke shades available, including Mustique Blue
3
Headlights
LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Body Type
-
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Available
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
-
Not Available
Departure Angle
-
Not Available
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Breakover Angle
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
170 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
170 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
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
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs
Not Applicable
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Front Suspension
Planar Suspension with upper wishbone damper, electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Five-link rear axle with self-levelling high-volume air suspension
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
CO2 Emissions
357 g/km
0 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
95 RON; minimum 91 RON
PHEV
Hybrid System Type
-
Plug-in hybrid
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
-
0
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
0
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Service Plan
4 years / unlimited km
7 years / 75 000 km
Service Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
-
8 years / 150 000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km
First Service At
-
5000
Service Plan Duration
4 years / unlimited km
7 years / 75 000 km
Service Plan Distance
4 years / unlimited km
7 years / 75 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Alternator
-
110A
Service Intervals
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Ownership Role
Owner-driver-focused saloon with genuine rear-passenger accommodation
Flagship
Pricing Role
Price on application
Current listed price
Price Zar
-
749900 ZAR
Starting Price
-
749900
Starting Price Zar
-
749900
Spec
Ghost
H6 PHEV
Warranty
4 years; regional conditions apply
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Years
4 years; regional conditions apply
7 years / 200 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
4 years; regional conditions apply
7 years / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
7 years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Basic Warranty
4 years; regional conditions apply
7 years / 200 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
7 years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
7 years
In depth: how these cars differ
This Ghost and H6 PHEV comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Ghost 100 vs H6 PHEV 98.
Efficiency index: Ghost 30 vs H6 PHEV 96.
Safety-equipment index: Ghost 99 vs H6 PHEV 90.
Practicality index: Ghost 64 vs H6 PHEV 66.
Ownership-cover index: Ghost not separately scored vs H6 PHEV 65.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
H6 PHEV leads by 8 points
H6 PHEV has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Ghost remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H6 PHEV
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
66/100
Ownership
65/100
Ghost
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
30/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
64/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM H6 PHEV
leads the specification evidence index with 84 pts
vs 76 pts for Ghost
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H6 PHEV leads. However, Ghost may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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