The horsepower of a Rolls-Royce vehicle varies depending on the model and engine configuration. Here’s a breakdown of the horsepower across the current lineup:
1. Rolls-Royce Phantom
- Engine: 6.75-liter twin-turbocharged V12
- Horsepower: 563 hp (420 kW)
- Torque: 627 lb-ft (850 Nm)
The Phantom, being Rolls-Royce's flagship model, has a powerful V12 engine that ensures both performance and the brand's hallmark smoothness and refinement.
2. Rolls-Royce Ghost
- Engine: 6.75-liter twin-turbocharged V12
- Horsepower: 563 hp (420 kW)
- Torque: 627 lb-ft (850 Nm)
The Ghost shares the same engine as the Phantom but is positioned as a slightly more contemporary luxury sedan, with a slightly sportier edge in terms of handling and driving dynamics.
3. Rolls-Royce Cullinan
- Engine: 6.75-liter twin-turbocharged V12
- Horsepower: 563 hp (420 kW)
- Torque: 627 lb-ft (850 Nm)
The Cullinan, Rolls-Royce’s flagship SUV, also features the same V12 engine. Despite its large size, the V12 allows the Cullinan to maintain its effortless performance on and off the road.
4. Rolls-Royce Wraith (Discontinued in 2022)
- Engine: 6.6-liter twin-turbocharged V12
- Horsepower: 624 hp (465 kW)
- Torque: 605 lb-ft (820 Nm)
The Wraith coupe, which was discontinued in 2022, was one of the most powerful Rolls-Royce models, offering more horsepower compared to the Phantom, Ghost, and Cullinan. It was designed for a more dynamic and sporty driving experience.
5. Rolls-Royce Dawn (Discontinued in 2022)
- Engine: 6.6-liter twin-turbocharged V12
- Horsepower: 563 hp (420 kW)
- Torque: 605 lb-ft (820 Nm)
The Dawn convertible also featured a V12, offering similar horsepower to the Ghost and Phantom, combining power and refinement with the allure of an open-air driving experience.
6. Rolls-Royce Spectre (Electric, Upcoming)
- Engine: Dual electric motors
- Horsepower: Expected 577 hp (430 kW)
- Torque: Estimated 664 lb-ft (900 Nm)
The Spectre, Rolls-Royce’s first fully electric vehicle, will deliver impressive performance with its electric motors. Though slightly less than the V12-powered models, it will offer near-instantaneous torque and an incredibly smooth ride.
Summary:
- Horsepower Range: Rolls-Royce models typically have between 563 hp to 624 hp, depending on the model. The Wraith had the highest horsepower output at 624 hp, while most current models like the Phantom, Ghost, and Cullinan have 563 hp.
- The upcoming Spectre will offer a comparable level of performance with 577 hp.
These horsepower figures represent just one part of what makes a Rolls-Royce unique; the brand’s focus is more on effortless power delivery, silence, and smoothness rather than on raw horsepower alone.