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2020 Rolls-Royce

Dawn

Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L, Turbo

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2020 Rolls-Royce Dawn (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2019 model year); you're viewing the 2020.

2019 photoMr.choppersCC BY-SA 3.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
563
Power to weight
0.097 hp/lb
Axle ratio
2.81
Cyl
12EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
18 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
12 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$5,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
637 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
1/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
3/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
208 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
77 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
59 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
122 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
5,809 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

17 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jul 27, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEMA07202206

    The vehicles identified may potentially not transfer incoming voice audio during a telematics call due to the 3G network deactivation in the United States. Therefore, this will affect all Connected Services voice audio in an Emergency call (E-call), Concierge call and Roadside assist calls.

  • Dec 6, 2021EQUIPMENTRRA12202103

    The affected vehicles have been identified as having a potential issue concerning the rear brake carrier fixings. It could be possible that during the rear axle assembly, the rear brake carriers were fitted with incorrect fixing (T orx El4 instead of the correct El6).

  • Dec 6, 2021POWER TRAINRRA12202102

    Electronic Transmission Error.

  • Sep 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65562989

    Complaints of deposits, crystalisation or emulsification in the coolant expansion tanks.

  • Apr 1, 2021EQUIPMENTRR65334268

    Visible cracks or hazy areas present in the surface of the LED headlight lens

  • Mar 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65391325

    Rolls-Royce Motor Cars have recently seen a few cases of defective sealing rings on injectors

  • Nov 1, 2020FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINERR65503553

    Information and instructions on carrying out a Cylinder Leakage Test on an N74 engine

  • Oct 1, 2020ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRRA10202005

    Supporting Evidence for Oil Leaks: In order for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars to continuously improve product quality, visual evidence is now required to support all claims for repairs to components due to oil leakage concerns.

  • and 9 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / unlimited mi
Powertrain
4 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
4 yr

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.