Inspired by the spirit of the roadsters of the 1920s, 2024 Rolls-Royce dawn is a modern interpretation of the heady, irreverent attitude of that decade. A powerful and precise model that cuts through noise and strikes a chord with all of those who seek escape and adventure.Limited to only 50 cars worldwide, the retro styling of Dawn Silver Bullet is a future classic that honours the glamorous past
The 2024 Rolls-Royce dawn carries all the characteristics of any other car from the brand – comfort, luxury and power in spades. But with it’s roof being taken off, you might think that it doesn’t end up being as refined and supreme as its siblings.
But what you must always remember about a Rolls-Royce is that it always ensures that the owner – or their chauffeur – is in as much comfort as possible behind the wheel. The 2024 Rolls-Royce dawn doesn’t disappoint on that promise.
Some may find the looks a bit too showy, with the big grille, huge bonnet and massive wheels being typically Roller. But you could never knock its overall design. As a complete piece it’s magnificent and you’ll find it difficult to find a more elegant posh convertible like the 2024 Rolls-Royce dawn.
The Black Badge version of the 2024 Rolls-Royce dawn we tested came with plenty of black detailing, such as on the wheels, the grille and the ‘Spirit of Ecstacy’ – with most of the chrome replaced by black trim. As with any Rolls-Royce though, you can give this any finish you so desire – with near infinite combinations of paint and trim colours on offer.
Inside is where the attention to detail shines. The leather seats are the finest you’ll find in any car, while the materials used for the trims are of the highest quality. There’s enough space for two in the back – unless you go for the aero cowling that is fitted to the back seats to make this even more streamlined. But that would mean driving it yourself, and if you’ve got a driver to take you places, you might not want that.
One less than optimum part about this car though is the infotainment. It’s a rather ancient version of BMW’s iDrive system, and as this car is now six years old, it really shows how far the system has come when you see the tech in new BMWs.
You may not be able to carry as much with you either, as the boot is only 295 litres. That’s the same as a Ford Fiesta. Convertibles aren’t usually the most practical though, and if you have one of these, you’ll probably have staff in another car follow you with your luggage.
As with other modern Rolls-Royces, you get motorised doors to help you get in and out. They have sensors too to stop them hitting obstacles – although that can not work as well on hills which is, again, annoying. You also get the umbrella in the door opening.
The gearbox works in tandem with the sat-nav to provide the optimum gear for junctions and corners, meaning a smoother driving experience and the engine is more responsive.
As you would expect when driving the Dawn, it feels super comfortable and only the largest of bumps are transferred into the cabin. It is quite long at 5.3 metres, so manoeuvring can be a little tricky around town or when making a U-turn.
Out on a country road or motorway, this is truly unmatched for comfort. It feels soft and super easy to drive – and with the roof down on a nice day, there is little to no wind noise. When you do start to push a little harder, you start to feel the Dawn’s 2.4-tonne weight a bit more through the corners – but it’s very rare that you’ll actually drive this like a sports car..
This Rolls (as with any Rolls) doesn’t push you on to drive it like a maniac, and when you want to take a cruise with the roof up, it is basically as quiet as the Wraith coupe on which it’s based.
If the driving luxury wasn’t enough, you get all the equipment you could ever want. Adaptive cruise control, heated and cooled seats, LED headlights, a head-up display and a bespoke sound system (which can drown out the noise of traffic around you) are all fitted, as well as a suite of safety systems.
But how much will you need to turf the cushions over on your sofa to get one of these? Well, the Dawn starts from £282,000 before any options are added, so you’re probably looking well in excess of £300,000, maybe even £400,000 before you get the Rolls-Royce Dawn you want. But for all the luxury and gravitas this car has, you can see why it’s worth that much.
How much is the Rolls-Royce Dawn?
The Rolls-Royce Dawn has a RRP range of £298,200 to £348,000. The price of a used Rolls-Royce Dawn on Carwow starts at £159,851.
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Specifications |
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| Body : | Cabrio |
| Num. of Doors : | 2 doors |
 Rolls Royce Dawn Engine Technical Data |
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| Engine type – Number of cylinders : | V 12 |
| Engine Code : | – |
| Fuel type : | Petrol |
| Fuel System : | Direct Injection. |
| Engine Alignment : | Longitudinal |
| Engine Position : | Front |
| Engine displacement : | 6592 cm3 / 402.3 cu-in |
| Bore x Stroke : | 89.0 x 88.3 mm 3.5 x 3.48 inches |
| Number of valves : | 48 Valves |
| Aspiration : | Turbo + Intercooler |
| Compression Ratio : | 10.0 |
| Horsepower : | 571 PS / 563 HP / 420 kW @ 5250 rpm |
| Maximum torque : | 780 Nm / 575 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
| Drive wheels – Traction – Drivetrain : | RWD |
| Transmission Gearbox – Number of speeds : |
8 speed Automatic
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| Clutch Type : | Torque Converter |
 Rolls Royce Dawn Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range |
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| Fuel Consumption – Economy – Combined: | 14.2 L/100 km 20 MPG UK 17 MPG US |
| Fuel Consumption – Economy – Open road: | 9.8 L/100 km 29 MPG UK 24 MPG US |
| Fuel Consumption – Economy – City: | 21.4 L/100 km 13 MPG UK 11 MPG US |
| Range : | 584 km / 363 miles |
| Fuel Tank Capacity : | 83 L 21.9 US gallons 18.3 UK gallons |
| CO2 emissions : | 330 g/km (Rolls Royce) |
| Emission standard : | Euro VI |
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 Rolls Royce Dawn Performance |
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| Top Speed : | 250 km/h / 155 Mph |
| Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : | 4.9 s |
 Rolls Royce Dawn Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight |
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| Wheelbase : | 311.2 cm / 122.52 inches |
| Length : | 528.5 cm / 208.07 inches |
| Width : | 194.7 cm / 76.65 inches |
| Height : | 150.2 cm / 59.13 inches |
| Front Axle : | 162.2 cm / 63.86 inches |
| Rear Axle : | 166.8 cm / 65.67 inches |
| Aerodynamic drag coefficient – Cx : | – |
| Curb Weight : | 2635 kg / 5809 lbs |
| Weight/Power Output Ratio : | 4.6 kg/hp |
