Rolls-Royce Ghost vs KIA Pegas
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.
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Rolls-Royce Ghost
Ghost Series II
Petrol
8-Speed Automatic
Current
Price on request
⚡ 420 kW
🔧 850 Nm
⛽ 6.37 km/l
VS
KIA Pegas
1.4 EX Auto
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 274,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 73 kW
🔧 132 Nm
⛽ 16.9 km/l
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Decision summary
Rolls-Royce Ghost vs KIA Pegas: the short answer
Ghost holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Pegas.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Ghost420 kW @ 5000 rpm | Pegas73 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Ghost850 Nm @ 1600 rpm | Pegas132 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Engine Size | Ghost6749 cc | Pegas1368 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Ghost6.37 km/l | Pegas16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Ghost118 mm | Pegas148 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
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Ghost
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Pegas
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Ghost
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Pegas
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2020 | 2019 |
| Generation | Second-generation Ghost in standard-wheelbase Series II form | First generation; purpose-designed for emerging markets |
| Facelift History | The second-generation Ghost was introduced in South Africa in 2020 and evolved into Ghost Series II in October 2024 | Minor updates in 2022 including revised infotainment; no full facelift |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2024 | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Four-door luxury saloon | Sedan |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | 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 |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5545 mm | 4400 mm |
| Width | 1998 mm | 1700 mm |
| Height | 1573 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3295 mm | 2570 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 118 mm | 148 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 118 mm | 150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 500 l | 475 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2490 kg | 1130 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3130 kg | 1450 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 640 kg | 425 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 0 kg | 1000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.5 m | 10.4 m |
| Front Headroom | 1030 mm | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 990 mm | 950 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1060 mm | 1030 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 1075 mm | 860 mm |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol | 1.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | N74B68A | G4FA |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 6749 cc | 1368 cc |
| Cylinders | 12 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | V | Inline |
| Valves | 48 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Twin Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Bore | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Stroke | 90.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Maximum Power | 420 kW @ 5000 rpm | 73 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 850 Nm @ 1600 rpm | 132 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 172 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 sec | 11.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Low | No |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 168.7 kW/tonne | 64.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 341.4 Nm/tonne | 116.8 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 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 |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-speed automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Gear Shift Type | Satellite Aided automatic gear selection | Automatic |
| 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 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| 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 |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 6.37 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 |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 90 | 40 |
| Combined Driving Range | 573-588 km (calculated from 90 L and 15.3-15.7 l/100 km WLTP) | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 6.37 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Range Real World Highway | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Ghost | 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 | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front 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 |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front seatbelt warning sensor | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Front side-impact airbags | Yes |
| Stability Control | Dynamic Stability Control | Yes |
| TCS | Dynamic Traction Control | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Active front knee protection | No |
| ABS EBD | Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System | 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 | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control fitted to the referenced current vehicle | 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 Distance Sensors | - | Yes |
| Parking Sensor | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Spec | Ghost | 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 | Illuminated Fascia with celestial design | 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 | Duality Twill embroidered seat upholstery 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 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Touchscreen infotainment with CarPlay/Android Auto, reverse camera, cruise control (EX), alloy wheels (EX), 460L boot |
| 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 |
| Spec | Ghost | 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 | Keyless 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 |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.9 |
| Engine Start Stop | Keyless start | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Keyless 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 |
| Spare Wheel | No spare wheel | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Surround View Monitor | Surround View Camera with 3D view | No |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Driver Display | - | Digital Cluster |
| 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 |
| Rear Seat Split | - | Yes |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Keyless start | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Remote |
| Boot Opener | - | Remote |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| 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 Grille | - | Yes |
| 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 |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| TPMS | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | 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 Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | 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 |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | 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 |
| Front Wipers Type | - | 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 |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available | 8.0-inch Touchscreen |
| 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 |
| USB Ports | USB Type-C ports | 2 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| AUX Input | - | 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 |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range | 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 |
| Exterior Colour Options | Bespoke shades available, including Mustique Blue | Multiple |
| Headlights | LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 810 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1020 mm |
| Body Type | - | Sedan |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range | Yes |
| DRL | Series II daytime-running lights | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Rear 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 with more than 600 m illuminated range | Yes |
| Headlight Type | LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | Series II daytime-running lights | 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 |
| Spec | Ghost | 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 |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| 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 |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | - |
| Breakover Angle | - | 16 deg |
| Spec | Ghost | 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 |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| 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 | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | 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 |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| 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 |
| Spec | Ghost | 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 |
| Front Suspension Type | Planar Suspension with upper wishbone damper, electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts | MacPherson Strut |
| 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 |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 357 g/km | 136 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 95 RON; minimum 91 RON | 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 | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 4 years / unlimited km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 years / unlimited km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 years / unlimited km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R2,200 per service |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 |
| Battery Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Owner-driver-focused saloon with genuine rear-passenger accommodation | Flagship |
| Pricing Role | Price on application | Current listed price |
| Price Zar | - | 274995 ZAR |
| Starting Price | - | 274995 |
| Starting Price Zar | - | 274995 |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Spec | Ghost | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 11.8 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 15.3 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 17.6 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 20.6 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Ghost and Pegas comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. 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 Pegas 33.
Efficiency index: Ghost 30 vs Pegas 65.
Safety-equipment index: Ghost 99 vs Pegas 72.
Practicality index: Ghost 64 vs Pegas 57.
Ownership-cover index: Ghost not separately scored vs Pegas 71.
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.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Ghost leads by 18 points
Ghost holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Pegas.
Evidence leader
76
/100
Lead
18
points
Data
79%
source coverage
76
#1
Evidence leader
Ghost
79% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Performance 100
Check
Efficiency 30
Performance
100
Efficiency
30
Safety
99
Practicality
64
Leads by 18 points
58
#2
Pegas
99% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 72
Check
Performance 33
Performance
33
Efficiency
65
Safety
72
Practicality
57
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Ghost +67
Efficiency
Pegas +35
Safety
Ghost +27
Practicality
Ghost +7
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Ghost
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
30/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
64/100
Pegas
Performance
33/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
57/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Rolls-Royce Ghost
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 58 pts for Pegas
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Ghost leads. However, Pegas may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Ghost vs Pegas questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
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