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2010 Rolls-Royce

Ghost

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

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Overview

Body
Large 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
Axle ratio
2.81
Cyl
12EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
13 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
15 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$5,150EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Pass. Vol
111 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
14 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
0
Theft rate
0.0 per 1,000 produced (CY 2010 federal data)

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

19 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Sep 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65562989

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

  • Sep 1, 2021EQUIPMENTRR64605110

    The vehicle has been brought to the workshop with a complaint relating to the SoE function.

  • Jul 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65547515

    Engine MIL light is illuminated and fault 12BF08 Lambda probe, from meager to fat slow reaction.

  • Jul 1, 2021SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICRR65499571

    Front brakes squeaking with low brake pressure during low speed maneuvering or parking, at ambient temperatures of +5 to -5?C (41 - 23?F). If the brakes are cold, when the driver brakes for the ?rst time after the start of the journey or when driving for a longer period of time with no brake applications. This may affect vehicles where the brake pads/disc have covered more than 14,000 km (8,500 miles).

  • May 1, 2021EQUIPMENTRR65537744

    The glovebox has difficulty opening and closing, or in some instances will not open or close

  • May 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATIONRR65537732

    The engine oil level has not been determined for a long time. Please measure engine oil level. The check control message (ID 961) can occur on a new vehicle even with very low usage or relatively low operating hours.

  • Apr 1, 2021ENGINERR65537163

    Jerking/Jolting when cornering or accelerating from low speeds and at low to medium loads. Complaint is also perceived as tension fluctuations.

  • Apr 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65522171

    Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant The Check control message (ID166) appears despite correct coolant level. Coolant is visible in the expansion tank. The complaint occurs sporadically. The problem described here only concerns the High Temperature coolant circuit

  • and 11 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.