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Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Photo: Jagvar / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The official data lists 4 versions of the Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (1999–2002), in the United States and Canada. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
1999–2002
Markets
United States, Canada
Engines
5.4 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
18.1 L/100 km (EPA)
Lowest consumption (Canada)
18.6 L/100 km (5-cycle)

What is the Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph?

The Silver Seraph is a full-size, four-door luxury saloon, made for comfortable private or chauffeur-driven travel. It brought a more contemporary design to Rolls-Royce’s saloon range while retaining the marque’s formal style. Its model years in the United States and Canada run from 1999 to 2002.

The Silver Seraph marked a turning point for the marque: it was the first Rolls-Royce designed using computer-aided design and the first with a BMW-sourced V12. It connected the company’s earlier cars with the modern era of Rolls-Royce.

Generation, engines and power

The Silver Seraph had one generation, spanning model years 1999–2002. Its 5.4-litre petrol V12 was paired with an automatic transmission. The long-wheelbase Park Ward version gave rear passengers more space.

The engine’s size is listed, but no power output is available here.

How economical is the Silver Seraph?

In United States EPA figures for 1999–2002, the Silver Seraph is rated at 13 MPG combined, or 18.1 L/100 km. Canada’s 5-cycle rating for the same model years is 18.6 L/100 km. The EPA and Canadian 5-cycle tests use different procedures, so their results are not directly comparable.

Where was it sold?

United States and Canadian listings cover model years 1999–2002, with two petrol versions in each market.

Questions and answers

What kind of car is the Silver Seraph?

It is a full-size, four-door Rolls-Royce luxury saloon, listed in the United States and Canada for model years 1999–2002.

What engine does the Silver Seraph have?

It has a 5.4-litre petrol V12. No power output is listed here.

What is its official fuel consumption?

The EPA combined rating is 13 MPG, or 18.1 L/100 km. Canada’s 5-cycle rating is 18.6 L/100 km.

When was the Silver Seraph sold in North America?

The United States and Canadian listings cover model years 1999–2002.

Silver Seraph Silver Seraph (1999–2002)

Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph Silver Seraph
Photo: Jagvar / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Model codes: SZ · Sold in: United States and Canada · References: press.rolls-roycemotorcars.com, en.wikipedia.org

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2001–2002GUZZLER, EMS CLKUP5.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km
199954RA12, EMS CLKUP5.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticRear-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2002Mid-size5.4 LPetrol5-speed automatic18.6 L/100 km 5-cycle428 g/km
1999Mid-size5.4 LPetrol5-speed automatic18.6 L/100 km 5-cycle428 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.