Rolls-Royce Dawn has been discontinued — this model is no longer sold new in South Africa. All specifications, variants and pricing shown below are for historical reference. See current Rolls-Royce models still on sale.
Convertible Petrol 8-speed automatic RWD 4-seat

Rolls-Royce Dawn

Historical South African specifications and last-listed pricing

Model year 2017 Generation Dawn four-seat convertible; this archive profile uses the MY17 World specification corroborated by a February 2018 South African road test. Body style Convertible
Dawn Dawn is a discontinued South African Convertible with historical specifications for used-car research.
Engine:6592cc (6.6L) Torque:820Nm (605 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:149mm (5.9″) Power:420kW (563 bhp) Total Driving Range:575km Boot321L (11.3 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 6.99 km/l (16 mpg)
City 4.59 km/l (11 mpg)
Highway 10.10 km/l (24 mpg)

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Rolls-Royce Dawn

Dawn Dawn is a discontinued South African Convertible with historical specifications for used-car research.

Rolls-Royce described it as a full four-seater and stressed that roughly 80 percent of its exterior body panels were unique rather than simply removing the roof from Wraith. A South African road test published in February 2018 confirms that Dawn remained locally relevant and records a 6.6-litre V12, 420 kW, 820 Nm, a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time and POA price. It confirms two doors and four seats, 1018 mm front headroom, 963 mm rear headroom, 1054 mm front legroom and 937 mm rear legroom. Fuel capacity is 82 litres, the compatible DIN base kerb mass is 2560 kg and gross vehicle weight is 3040 kg, yielding a same-definition payload of 480 kg. An 8HP95 eight-speed automatic with Satellite Aided Transmission and a 2.813 final drive manages the power. The technical sheet also publishes a 575 km range. Leather, wood, individually commissioned colour combinations and four separate seats make Dawn more social than a conventional 2+2 convertible, but its 5295 mm length and high running costs still demand serious ownership planning. No separate standard trim ladder or fixed public South African price was established; the February 2018 price state was POA. Four individual leather seats, leather steering wheel, wood deck, multi-layer fabric roof, 10.25-inch display and a touchpad-operated Rotary Controller rather than a touchscreen. A buyer wanting a genuinely usable four-seat convertible with Rolls-Royce materials and quiet-roof engineering, who understands that roof care, luggage planning and bespoke equipment verification are essential parts of purchase inspection. A proper look at the Dawn Dawn begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, Petrol power sits beside a 8-speed automatic transmission, while petrol power sets a practical boundary. Dawn Dawn is discontinued in South Africa, so a used example should be judged by condition, service history, parts support and remaining cover rather than a new-car price promise

Rolls-Royce Dawn — Quick Facts

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Dawn Discontinued Flagship Petrol Total driving range575 km Efficiency6.99 km/l 8-speed automatic Historical price on application Estimated at ZAR 11,500,000 · Hagalu price context
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Dawn Discontinued Flagship Petrol Total driving range575 km Efficiency6.99 km/l 8-speed automatic Historical price on application Estimated at ZAR 11,500,000 · Hagalu price context
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Rolls-Royce Dawn Specifications

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Driving fit

Where the Rolls-Royce Dawn Fits Best

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Who buys this

A road test should operate it repeatedly, check sealing and wind noise, and confirm that the roof-position luggage volumes suit the owner's touring needs. A shopper researching Dawn Dawn should separate need from showroom appeal

City
Around town, Dawn Dawn should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of an discontinued listing becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while engine of 6.592-litre twin-turbo V12 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Dawn Dawn out with the load it normally carries. A 8-speed automatic transmission gives context, but a number cannot show how petrol power feels on a gradient
Off-Road
If the Dawn Dawn will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check engine of 6.592-litre twin-turbo V12 against the stated drivetrain. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for Dawn Dawn. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for Dawn Dawn. A rear-wheel drive drivetrain may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for Dawn Dawn. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for Dawn Dawn

Rolls-Royce Dawn — Should You Buy It?

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A used-buying option only when condition, history and remaining support justify the price.

Dawn Dawn is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in Petrol power and accept the limitation represented by the flagship trim. A fair review of Dawn Dawn should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a power output of 420 kW @ 5250-6000 rpm, a 8-speed automatic / 8HP95 transmission and a rear-wheel drive drivetrain can be valuable for the right driver for Dawn Dawn. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Dawn Dawn. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Dawn Dawn

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Convertible
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: 8-speed automatic
  • ✓Trim: flagship
  • ✓Status: discontinued
  • ✓Engine: 6.592-litre twin-turbo V12
  • ✓Power output: 420 kW @ 5250-6000 rpm
  • ✓Gearbox: 8-speed automatic / 8HP95
  • ✓Drivetrain: RWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Dawn Dawn can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Dawn Dawn depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Dawn Dawn quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Dawn Dawn budget.
  • ✕A short Dawn Dawn test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Dawn Dawn capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Dawn Dawn grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Dawn Dawn figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Dawn Dawn stock and support terms.

Rolls-Royce Dawn FAQs

A road test should operate it repeatedly, check sealing and wind noise, and confirm that the roof-position luggage volumes suit the owner's touring needs. A shopper researching Dawn Dawn should separate need from showroom appeal

Around town, Dawn Dawn should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of an discontinued listing becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while engine of 6.592-litre twin-turbo V12 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Dawn Dawn out with the load it normally carries. A 8-speed automatic transmission gives context, but a number cannot show how petrol power feels on a gradient

Compare the Rolls-Royce Dawn with the current Rolls-Royce range to see how body style, performance, fuel use and practicality differ before choosing the vehicle that fits your needs.

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