2012 Rolls Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase review

2012 Rolls Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase
This stretched version of the Rolls-Royce Ghost first appears in 2012 to give more space to those who prefer to travel in the back and leave the driving effort to others.

This most luxurious sedan 219.2 inches long (+6.7 "than the conventional version) is powered by a 6.6-liter V12 twin-turbo. This engine is the same version we see in the" short "and is capable of developing 563 HP and 575 lb-ft of torque.

The transmission is an 8-speed automatic electronically controlled. This, together with the direct injection system and low resistance tires Goodyear Run-Flat technology; collaborate in large part to the reduction of fuel consumption. The English manufacturer says the Ghost EWB 2012 gets rolling 13 miles in the city and 20 highways with 1 gallon of fuel.

The steering feel is arguably one of the most gentle and quiet we have lived. Despite a powerful engine load, noise and gear changes are almost imperceptible. The exterior is very generous visibility for the driver. The latter is adorned by a chrome edge in the center of the hood that acts as a visual guide to the famous ornament "Spirit of Ecstasy" located sobe the front grille.

The rear seat occupants enjoy ample space and all the attention with which a car can offer. From folding tables, a refrigerated compartment bottle, controls for the entertainment system, etc...

The materials used for construction of the cab are spectacular. Not only offer the best quality to the touch, but the combination of colors and lighting create a very warm atmosphere.

The options included in our unit include: Exterior color platinum ($ 8,500); packet driver assistance ($ 10.150) entertainment package for later occupants ($ 6,600); system video camera front and rear ($ 3.560); "Comfort Entry System" ($ 1,750) package for the trunk ($ 1,630), heated front and rear ventilated ($ 3,700), front and rear seats can accommodate a massage ($ 2,440); system seat configuration independent ($ 6.450) headlights assets ($ 1,120); tables picnic ($ 2,850); carpets with lambs wool ($ 1,150); extended package of leather and lights in the door panels ($ 2.140) chrome exhaust pipes ($ 3,300); emblems RR head restraints ($ 775), dark wood accents such as "Wenge" ($ 2.140), destination charge ($ 2,000) and fuel consumption tax ($ 1,700).

For those interested, the price of 2012 Rolls-Royce Extended Wheelbase Ghost begins at $ 290,000, but the grand total of our test unit reached $ 352.005 due to the variety of options with which this count.