Rolls Royce Dawn
If you thought the Rolls-Royce Wraith is a majestic coupe that only the rich-beyond-measure would own, there’s a sexier car coming our way next year, the Rolls-Royce Dawn. The soft top convertible version of the Wraith, the Dawn gets its own name and identity because Rolls-Royce says 80 percent of the car is all new.
The Dawn has similar dimensions to the Wraith and the exterior design doesn’t quite make it look like an all-new car though. That roof however when tucked up is said to make the Dawn the quietest convertible on the inside in the world. It is 5,285mm long, 1,947mm wide, 1,502mm high and has a wheelbase of 3,112mm. Similar to the Wraith, yet it weighs about 200kg more. Rolls-Royce claims that the Dawn is the most rigid bodied four seater convertible. The interior is as luxurious and more than you can expect and the wind in your hair feeling on such an exquisite car will be hard to match.
On the engine front, there are no surprises. It gets the same 6.6-litre V12 under the hood developing 571PS of power at 5,250rpm and a massive 779Nm of torque from as low as 1,500rpm. The ubiquitous ZF 8-speed automatic makes it to the Dawn and gets the luxury open-top barge to 100kmph from standstill in an unhurried 4.9 seconds. Top speed is limited to 250kmph.
The Goodwood based luxury carmaker is set to launch the Dawn early next year globally and India will get the convertible sometime later next year. Expect ex-showroom Delhi prices to hover around the Rs 5.5-6 crore mark. Is that too high a price to pay for a two door convertible? It most likely won’t matter as only a handful will be sold and here’s a segment where price almost rarely ever matters.
Early 2016
Expected Launch Date
If you thought the Rolls-Royce Wraith is a majestic coupe that only the rich-beyond-measure would own, there’s a sexier car coming our way next year, the Rolls-Royce Dawn. The soft top convertible version of the Wraith, the Dawn gets its own name and identity because Rolls-Royce says 80 percent of the car is all new.
The Dawn has similar dimensions to the Wraith and the exterior design doesn’t quite make it look like an all-new car though. That roof however when tucked up is said to make the Dawn the quietest convertible on the inside in the world. It is 5,285mm long, 1,947mm wide, 1,502mm high and has a wheelbase of 3,112mm. Similar to the Wraith, yet it weighs about 200kg more. Rolls-Royce claims that the Dawn is the most rigid bodied four seater convertible. The interior is as luxurious and more than you can expect and the wind in your hair feeling on such an exquisite car will be hard to match.
On the engine front, there are no surprises. It gets the same 6.6-litre V12 under the hood developing 571PS of power at 5,250rpm and a massive 779Nm of torque from as low as 1,500rpm. The ubiquitous ZF 8-speed automatic makes it to the Dawn and gets the luxury open-top barge to 100kmph from standstill in an unhurried 4.9 seconds. Top speed is limited to 250kmph.
The Goodwood based luxury carmaker is set to launch the Dawn early next year globally and India will get the convertible sometime later next year. Expect ex-showroom Delhi prices to hover around the Rs 5.5-6 crore mark. Is that too high a price to pay for a two door convertible? It most likely won’t matter as only a handful will be sold and here’s a segment where price almost rarely ever matters.
Sensuous styling
Dawn’s alluring presence is unmistakable, right from the very first encounter. Striking and assertive, its charm and charisma draw you in. With the top up, the mood is powerful. With one touch, its sensuous appeal is unveiled: the roof silently folds away, revealing a seductive interior.
Discover a shape that’s unmistakably Rolls‑Royce, whether the roof is up, down, or in motion. Classic design principles are coupled with the latest technology. Dawn’s dynamic angles and sleek surface create an elegant impression. The contemporary interior is crafted in anticipation of unforgettable moments between friends: a true four-seater, Dawn is an experience designed to be shared.
Uncompromised comfort
Dawn offers the perfect balance of considered sophistication and true freedom. Designed to be shared, the interior is intensely welcoming: a sanctuary in motion. Four individual seats offer matchless comfort and an elegant, energetic aesthetic. Discover an exceptional space, tailored for the ultimate passenger experience.
Dawn’s interior is an effortless continuation of its exterior. Banks of leather create a soft line, fusing inside and out. The interior is also a destination in itself. Crafted from wood and leather, the cabin is indulgent. Roof up or down, Dawn wraps its passengers in comfort, providing a cosseting private haven and uplifting spaciousness.
The deck and rear are finished with handcrafted veneers that waterfall forward to meet the driver. Superior noise isolation, comparable to that enjoyed within a hardtop, lets you carry tranquillity with you. Dawn’s interior offers everything, except compromise.
Early 2016
Expected Launch Date
Rs. 5.00 crore
Estimated Price