Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge

THE QUINTESSENTIAL ENTREPRENEUR EXPRESS REVEALS ITS DARK SIDE.

Take in the squared-off bonnet and imposing grille with the ubiquitous Spirit of Ecstasy perched just above it, and it's immediately clear that the Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge is a car designed to be noticed.

Ghost Black Badge is created for high achievers in a hurry, and they'll find the 6.6 litre V12 engine delivers effortless, exhilarating power. Subtle engineering modifications raise power by 40hp to 603hp, while torque is also given a significant 60Nm increase to 840Nm. Brakes are uprated for more positive pedal feel, while Intuitive Throttle Response and upgrades to the 8-speed transmission achieve a transformation in character, holding gears for longer and downshifting more eagerly.

The Ghost Black Badge still provides a magic carpet ride, as a Rolls-Royce should, but a harderedged side to its character is just a flexed throttle foot away. Owners of powerful sports cars may be startled into a double-take; this is a Ghost with a touch more driver focus, and proof that you don't need glitter, glitz or sparkle to take centre stage.

ROLLS-ROYCE GHOST BLACK BADGE

The interior feels as opulent as you would expect from Rolls-Royce, with chrome, brushed aluminium, leather and wood veneers upping the ante in terms of finishes. And, at 5.4 metres long, the Ghost Black Badge offers all on board plenty of space to stretch out and get truly comfortable.

By choosing the Black Badge version of the Ghost, you get a hefty list of extras that lend this already luxe car an added layer of distinction. Ventilated and massaging seats, smoked chrome trim, natural grain leather upholstery, a 360-degree camera system, a starlight headlining and added safety technology are all part of the package..