2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase
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563 hp |
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(from Rolls-Royce Press Release) ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS AT AUTO SHANGHAI 2011
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars unveiled its new Ghost Extended Wheelbase model for the first time at the 14th Auto Shanghai Motor Show on Tuesday, 19 April 2011.
First world debut for a Rolls-Royce car in Asia Pacific
The ultra-luxury saloon,
the sixth new model from Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, caters for
customers who require increased space and comfort without
sacrificing Ghost’s unique balance of dynamism and poise.
The award-winning, four-seater Ghost has seen outstanding demand
since its worldwide launch in 2009. Designed as a vision of
simplicity, it is a Rolls-Royce that drives and rides in peerless
fashion. Ghost Extended Wheelbase takes this principle further,
designed as a car to drive or in which to be chauffeured. It will be
built to order and is available in only limited numbers for 2011
until full production begins in 2012.
Ghost’s ample interior space is further enhanced in the Extended
Wheelbase variant by the addition of 170mm to the car’s wheelbase,
but with no detriment to the model’s balanced proportions and
stunning contemporary design. Legroom is significantly enhanced with
knee-room more than doubled compared to the standard Ghost.
Increased cabin space in the rear passenger compartment and a
panoramic sunroof sets new standards for interior ambience and
light. Effortless entry and exit for passengers further reinforces
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ pinnacle position in the ultra-luxury
segment.
Powered by the acclaimed Rolls-Royce Ghost 6.6 litre twin turbo
charged V12 engine which produces an effortless 563hp and 780Nm of
torque at just 1,500rpm, Ghost Extended Wheelbase accelerates from
0-100km/h in just five seconds. An intelligent, four corner air
suspension maintains a perfect balance between ride and handling.
On the unveiling of the new car, CEO Torsten Müller-ötvös said,
“This latest Rolls-Royce is a model of outstanding design and
unrivalled luxury. Ghost Extended Wheelbase delivers all the poise
and dynamism enjoyed by discerning Ghost owners, with the indulgent
experience of an extended wheelbase car. It is the very best of both
worlds.
“This is the first time we have undertaken a world launch of a
Rolls-Royce car in China, underscoring the strategic significance of
this market and the Asia Pacific region. We expect to build on last
year’s record growth, with further strong demand for Rolls-Royce
models and a positive economic forecast throughout the region,” he
added.
Bespoke models showcased
A highly bespoke China
Edition Ghost is displayed for the first time, showcasing the
company’s unique bespoke capabilities for the Chinese market.
Featuring a stunning consort red interior, gold twin-coachlines,
gold-plated Spirit of Ecstasy and stainless steel pinstripes, the
modelis available to order in limited quantities by discerning
Chinese customers. Three exclusive paint colours (Deep Garnet, Black
Ember and Infinity), silver and gold packages (e.g. specially plated
Spirit of Ecstasy, coachlines, Rolls-Royce inlays) and a number of
other features have been developed for the China market.
Also presented for the first time in the Asia Pacific region are two
highly-bespoke Spirit of Ecstasy Centenary Collection models
featuring a host of design details that celebrate 100 years of the
world’s most famous hood figurine. Specially commissioned for Auto
Shanghai 2011, Phantom Extended Wheelbase Saloon is exhibited with a
Rhapsody Black exterior and a sumptuous mix of Ardent Red and
Seashell interior with Piano Black veneer. Also on the stand is a
Phantom Drophead Coupé in Maiden Blue exterior, Navy Blue and
seashellinterior with Straight Grained Oak and Ebony.
Customers from China and the rest of the Asia Pacific region
represent the largest proportion of buyers worldwide for Centenary
Collection cars, of which only 100 limited edition models are being
built. Demand for bespoke Phantom models is also among the highest
in the world. Through the Rolls-Royce Bespoke programme, customers
can tailor individual features to one-off accessories for their
cars, all designed and developed in-house at the Rolls-Royce
Headquarters and Manufacturing Plant at Goodwood in England.
Robust first quarter sales worldwide
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars
retailed a record number of cars globally in the first quarter of
this year, more than doubling sales compared to the same period last
year (+160%), with China again experiencing strong demand for cars.
The company is on course for expansion in China, after record sales
last year which saw dealerships in Beijing and Shanghai topping
global sales.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has also announced it is in the process of
establishing new dealers in Chongqing, Tianjin and Wuhan by the end
of this year. Currently, Rolls-Royce has showrooms in Beijing,
Chengdu, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Hong Kong, Ningbo, Shanghai and
Shenzhen. The expansion plan will increase Rolls-Royce showrooms in
China from 8 to 11, the most in a single market and second only to
the United States.
Further expansion is expected to be announced in the rest of the
Asia Pacific region throughout the year. Currently, the company’s
presence spans 18 showrooms in the region and 81 worldwide.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars at Auto Shanghai 2011
The exhibition stand of
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is at Hall N5 - Stand N513
Largest markets in the world for Rolls-Royce in 2010:
1. US
2. China
3. UK
4. UAE
5. Japan
Historical context:
It has taken Rolls-Royce
Motor Cars just seven years to achieve record sales of 2,711 cars in
2010 since Phantom was first launched in 2003. It took Rolls-Royce
Motors, the previous company, more than 70 years to achieve the same
figure in a single year.
Model introductions: Phantom (2003); Phantom Extended Wheelbase
(2005); Phantom Drophead Coupé (2007); Phantom Coupé (2008); Ghost
(2009).
Ghost Extended Wheelbase:
China pricing: from
5.118 million RMB (including taxes)*
*Pricing dependent on customer specification – each Rolls-Royce is
unique
**Global pricing varies from region to region depending on equipment
package and local taxes
Options include Black stained Ash wood with stainless steel
pinstripes, contrast stitching, coolbox including champagne flutes,
rear privacy telephone, Rolls-Royce logos to headrest
Key specifications:
No. of
doors/seats: 4/5
Vehicle length: 5569mm
Vehicle width: 1948mm
Vehicle height: 1550mm
Wheelbase: 3465mm
Engine: 6.6 litre twin turbocharged V12
Gearbox: 8-speed ZF
Power: 563 bhp/ 420kW
Torque: 575 lb/ft / 780Nm@1500rpm