The Rolls-Royce Ghost does 14.3 mpg combined (12.3 city, 19.4 highway), which works out to about $2,685 a year in fuel at $3.20 a gallon and 12,000 miles. Engine choice matters more than you'd think: 6.6L 12-cyl does 14.6 mpg while 6.7L 12-cyl does 13.9 — a difference of $133 a year. Against other V8 cars it sits below the average of 15.6 mpg.
Every Rolls-Royce Ghost engine, compared
Picking the right version of the same car often saves more fuel than picking a different car altogether. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.6L 12-cyl | 12.6 / 19.7 | 2010–2020 | $2,630 | |
| 6.7L 12-cyl | 11.9 / 18.9 | 2021–2027 | $2,763 |
What that actually costs
Miles per gallon is an abstraction; the fuel bill is not. Here it is in money, at 12,000 miles a year and $3.20 a gallon.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile | $0.224 |
| Fuel per year | $2,685 |
| Fuel over five years | $13,425 |
| Against other V8 cars | +$223 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $5,389 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The gap between city and highway figures tells you whom the car suits. A wide gap punishes stop-and-start traffic; a narrow one means the car doesn't care where you drive it.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City | 12.3 mpg | $3,122 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 19.4 mpg | $1,979 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +7.1 mpg (58%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Ghost changed over the years
Combined figure by model year. Jumps usually mark a new generation or a new engine; dips often mean a heavier body or added all-wheel drive.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 11 / 18 | 1 | $2,954 | |
| 2026 | 12 / 19 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2025 | 12 / 19 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2024 | 12 / 19 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2023 | 12 / 19 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2022 | 12 / 19 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2021 | 12 / 19 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2020 | 12 / 18 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2019 | 12 / 18 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2018 | 12 / 18 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2017 | 12 / 19 | 1 | $2,743 | |
| 2016 | 13 / 21 | 1 | $2,560 | |
| 2015 | 13 / 21 | 1 | $2,560 | |
| 2014 | 13 / 21 | 1 | $2,560 | |
| 2013 | 13 / 21 | 1 | $2,560 | |
| 2012 | 13 / 20 | 1 | $2,560 | |
| 2011 | 13 / 20 | 1 | $2,560 | |
| 2010 | 13 / 20 | 1 | $2,560 |
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How we count
Fuel-economy figures come from EPA fueleconomy.gov — the same laboratory numbers printed on the window sticker. We don't adjust them; real-world consumption depends on how and where you drive.
What we add is money. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon — change either and the ranking stays, only the size of the bill moves. Cost per mile is the same figure divided out, useful when comparing a commute against a weekend car.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the Rolls-Royce Ghost get?
14.3 mpg combined on average — 12.3 in the city and 19.4 on the highway, per EPA ratings across 2010–2027.
How much does a Rolls-Royce Ghost cost in fuel per year?
About $2,685 at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon — roughly $13,425 over five years, or 0.224 dollars a mile.
Which Ghost engine is the most economical?
The 6.6L 12-cyl at 14.6 mpg, against 13.9 for the 6.7L 12-cyl — a difference of about $133 a year.
Is the Ghost good on fuel compared with similar cars?
Against other V8 cars it sits below the average of 15.6 mpg, computed across 4665 ratings.
Are these real-world figures?
No — they are EPA laboratory ratings, the same ones on the window sticker. Real consumption depends on driving style, terrain, load and weather, and is typically a little worse.