Rolls-Royce Wraith first generation
The Rolls-Royce Wraith first generation (2013–2023): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 16 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,270–5,290 mm RDW | 5,280 mm TC | 5,269 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm RDW | 1,950 mm TC | 1,947 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm RDW | 1,500 mm TC | 1,507 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm RDW | 3,110 mm TC | 3,112 mm |
| Front track | 1,618–1,622 mm ASTRA | 1,620 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,641–1,684 mm ASTRA | 1,670 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 2,335 kg RDW | 2,440 kg TC | 2,440 kg |
| Mass in running order | 2,435 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,810 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Boot space | – | – | 470 L |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,803 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 83 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 250 km/h RDW | – | 250 km/h |
| Torque | 800–900 Nm ASTRA | – | 800–900 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 255/40R21, 255/45R20, 285/35R21, 285/40R20, 255/50R19
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, fr, ja, pl, sv), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 95.7% (94.1–96.9) | 86.4% | 798 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 14.3% | 28.1% |
| Brakes | 3.6% | 21.0% |
| Suspension | 1.9% | 12.7% |
| Lights and electrics | 1.6% | 8.3% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 1.5% | 6.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
2 complaints for model years 2016–2016.
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 16 versions of the Rolls-Royce Wraith first generation
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European Union 7 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2023 | 6.6 L | 441 kW (600 PS) | Petrol | 15.7–15.9 L/100 km WLTP | 351–360 g/km | 56 |
| 2022 | Electric motor | 430 kW (585 PS) | Electric | – | 0 g/km | 30 |
| 2022 | Electric motor | 300 kW (408 PS) | Electric | – | 0 g/km | 12 |
| 2019–2020 | 6.6 L | 441 kW (600 PS) | Petrol | – | 365–366 g/km | 274 |
| 2013–2019 | 6.6 L | 465 kW (632 PS) | Petrol | – | 326–330 g/km | 2,244 |
| 2017 | 6.6 L | 465 kW (632 PS) | Other fuel | – | 328 g/km | 42 |
| 2017 | 6.6 L | 698 kW (949 PS) | Petrol | – | 331 g/km | 10 |
United Kingdom 6 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2023Wraith | 6.6 L | 441 kW (600 PS) | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 15.7–16.0 L/100 km WLTP | 357–363 g/km |
| 2020–2023Wraith Black Badge Edition | 6.6 L | 441 kW (600 PS) | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 15.7–16.2 L/100 km WLTP | 358–370 g/km |
| 2019Wraith | 6.6 L | 441 kW (600 PS) | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 15.7–16.2 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 2019Wraith Black Badge Edition | 6.6 L | 441 kW (600 PS) | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 16.0–16.3 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 2014–2018Wraith | 6.6 L | – | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 14.0–14.3 L/100 km NEDC | 327 g/km |
| 2017–2018Wraith Black Badge | 6.6 L | – | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 14.6 L/100 km NEDC | 333 g/km |
France 1 version
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2015WRAITH | – | 465 kW (632 PS) | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 14.0 L/100 km NEDC | 327 g/km |
United States 1 version
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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2021SIDI | 6.6 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 359–388 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2021Mid-size | 6.6 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 15.6–16.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 359–388 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.