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Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Second-generation Ghost Extended in long-wheelbase Series II form Current version 2024 Body style Extended-wheelbase four-door luxury saloon
Ghost Extended Series II adds meaningful rear-suite room while preserving the dynamic character expected from the current Ghost family.
Engine:6749cc (6.7L) Torque:850Nm (627 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:118mm (4.6″) Power:420kW (563 bhp) Boot500L (17.6 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 6.33 km/l (15 mpg)
City 5.10 km/l (12 mpg)
Highway 8.08 km/l (19 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended

Ghost Extended Series II adds meaningful rear-suite room while preserving the dynamic character expected from the current Ghost family.

Ghost Extended Series II exists for buyers who value the more contemporary and owner-driver-oriented character of Ghost but need additional space behind the front seats. Ghost Extended joined the second-generation family globally in 2020 and was updated to Series II in October 2024. Its exact South African introduction year remains unverified. The company treats it as a distinct model rather than a trim package. Its longer rear doors and body around their apertures create the extra cabin room while preserving the clean Ghost silhouette. The dimension relationship is precisely documented even though a complete current South African sheet is not public. The exact-generation standard Ghost media sheet gives 5,546 mm overall length, and the Ghost Extended release states that Extended is 170 mm longer. That produces 5,716 mm through direct addition. Other standard Ghost dimensions should not be copied automatically because the long-wheelbase body needs its own source. For ownership planning, the confirmed extra length is enough to justify measuring garages, lifts, drop-off bays and door-opening space again rather than relying on experience with the standard car. The original exact-derivative release gives the 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 at 571 PS and 850 Nm. Converting the published power yields the familiar rounded 420 kW figure. Current Series II material confirms the 6.75-litre V12, eight-speed gearbox, all-wheel drivetrain and all-wheel steering architecture. The longer model therefore does not ask the buyer to abandon the dynamic foundations of Ghost. Rolls-Royce also says present-day Extended clients largely choose to drive themselves, which distinguishes it from the more consistently chauffeur-led Phantom Extended. Rear-seat priorities remain the reason to select it. Serenity Seating can create a reclining two-seat arrangement, while the family also allows a different rear layout according to commission. A Champagne cooler with six- and eleven-degree modes is available. Series II brings SPIRIT, independent rear-screen streaming, Bluetooth headphone pairing, Wi-Fi and seating controls for massage, heating and cooling. These systems should be chosen around passenger habits. A buyer who rarely carries anyone in the rear gains little from a complex lounge specification and may prefer standard Ghost. The Johannesburg price position is price on application. That makes the comparison between standard and Extended dependent on two complete written builds. The cost difference is only one part of the decision. Longer-body access, insurer valuation, chauffeur requirements, wheel and tyre support and the frequency of rear-seat use all affect value. A disciplined Extended commission should focus on the rear activities that justify the format rather than adding every possible treatment. Ghost Extended Series II fills a useful gap between standard Ghost and Phantom Extended. It offers extra rear room without adopting Phantom's full ceremonial personality. It is strongest for an executive or household that alternates between owner driving and rear-passenger use. It is weakest when the additional 170 mm creates parking friction but the rear suite remains empty. The buyer should prove the need through an honest journey diary before treating the longer body as the automatic premium choice.

Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended — Quick Facts

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Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Specifications

Length
5715 mm
Width
1998 mm
Height
1574 mm
Wheelbase
3465 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
118 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
118 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
Kerb Weight
2545 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3130 kg
Payload Capacity
585 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.8 m
Front Headroom
1030 mm
Rear Headroom
990 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
1245 mm
Driving fit

Where the Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

This model suits a buyer who genuinely splits time between the driver's seat and the rear, regularly carries senior passengers and wants more rear space without moving to Phantom's formal character.

City
In dense business districts the extra 170 mm needs to earn its keep. Longer rear doors improve passenger access but need more side clearance, while the extended body changes how the car fits short bays and turning areas. Confirm the home garage, office basement and preferred hotels before ordering. Owners who self-drive should test parking from the driver's seat and avoid assuming that assistance systems eliminate the need for generous physical space. A chauffeur should learn alternate entrances for difficult destinations.
Highway
Ghost Extended remains a compelling touring saloon because it combines a quiet rear environment with the all-wheel-drive and all-wheel-steering Ghost chassis. Long journeys give passengers time to use reclining seating, entertainment or work functions. Specify the rear around the normal number of occupants rather than an occasional event. Check luggage, tyre availability and roadside support before recurring intercity use. The eight-speed transmission and 850 Nm support easy progress, but seat comfort and cabin discipline shape the experience over several hours.
Off-Road
All-wheel drive does not make Ghost Extended an off-road model. The long body deserves particular care on steep crests and uneven estate roads. No unverified clearance, wading or low-range claim should be used to approve a difficult route. Maintained gravel may be possible with restraint and an appropriate wheel choice, but recurring lodge tracks or remote farm access point toward Cullinan. Survey the complete route because a wider gate can still hide an abrupt ramp or insufficient turning area beyond it.

Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Series II — Should You Buy It?

Choose it when rear occupants repeatedly need the extra room but the owner still wants Ghost's comparatively informal and driver-friendly identity.

Ghost Extended Series II is convincing when standard Ghost is demonstrably too tight for the owner's passenger routine and Phantom Extended would be unnecessarily formal or large. It retains the V12, eight-speed, all-wheel-drive and all-wheel-steering character that makes this Ghost family appealing to drivers. Its weakness is the risk of buying rear space for symbolic reasons and then carrying the longer footprint every day. A journey diary, access survey and comparison of complete commissions provide a better answer than choosing from hierarchy alone.

What's Good
  • ✓Documented 170 mm additional length
  • ✓Rear suite can support work or rest
  • ✓Retains Ghost all-wheel-drive character
  • ✓Confirmed 571 PS and 850 Nm V12
  • ✓Less ceremonial than Phantom Extended
Watch Out For
  • ✕No public South African numeric list price
  • ✕Longer body and rear doors complicate parking
  • ✕Extra room has little value when rear seats are rarely used
  • ✕Complete current local dimension set is not published
  • ✕No verified low-range or off-road geometry

Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended FAQs

The current South African range comprises Ghost Extended Series II. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Series II is 118 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Series II is 6749 cc, with output shown as 420 kW (563 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Series II is around 6.33 km/l.

This model suits a buyer who genuinely splits time between the driver's seat and the rear, regularly carries senior passengers and wants more rear space without moving to Phantom's formal character.

In dense business districts the extra 170 mm needs to earn its keep. Longer rear doors improve passenger access but need more side clearance, while the extended body changes how the car fits short bays and turning areas. Confirm the home garage, office basement and preferred hotels before ordering. Owners who self-drive should test parking from the driver's seat and avoid assuming that assistance systems eliminate the need for generous physical space. A chauffeur should learn alternate entrances for difficult destinations.

Ghost Extended remains a compelling touring saloon because it combines a quiet rear environment with the all-wheel-drive and all-wheel-steering Ghost chassis. Long journeys give passengers time to use reclining seating, entertainment or work functions. Specify the rear around the normal number of occupants rather than an occasional event. Check luggage, tyre availability and roadside support before recurring intercity use. The eight-speed transmission and 850 Nm support easy progress, but seat comfort and cabin discipline shape the experience over several hours.

Compare the Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended with the current Rolls-Royce range to see how body style, performance, fuel use and practicality differ before choosing a commission or used example.

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