2020 Rolls-Royce Dawn Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Dawn is the sumptuous two-door convertible introduced by Rolls-Royce in 2015. Built by hand and based on the 7 Series platform from Rolls-Royce’s parent company, BMW, the Dawn is stylish, distinct, and extremely expensive. For 2020, Rolls-Royce introduces another one of the company’s special limited-production models. The latest is called the Dawn Silver Bullet Collection, which according to Rolls-Royce is an “ode to decadence, to frivolity, to heady heydays and irreverent past times,” namely the Roaring Twenties that began 100 years ago. Limited to 50 examples worldwide, the Dawn Silver Bullet features special ultra-metallic paint, a special cowling behind the front seats to give the appearance of a two-seater, dark exterior highlights, partly polished wheels, open-pore carbon fiber interior fascia, and a quilted transmission tunnel inspired by stylish leather jackets. Otherwise, the rest of the Dawn lineup remains unchanged.
Under the Dawn’s massive rectangular hood is a 6.6-liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine good for 563 horsepower and 605 pound-feet of torque directed to the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. A self-adjusting suspension makes for a smooth ride. Rolls-Royce buyers don’t often factor fuel economy into their buying decisions, but the EPA estimates the Dawn will return an unremarkable 12 mpg city, 18 highway, and 14 combined.
The Dawn’s roof opens in 20 seconds to reveal a lavish interior that goes a long way in justifying the Dawn’s exorbitant price tag. Various types and colors of leather are available, while the choice of stitching, wood trim, metallic trim, and other special features means a very high level of exclusivity. No two Dawns are likely to look exactly the same. Infotainment is centered on a 10.3-inch screen in the middle of the dash and includes navigation. The underside of the Dawn’s retractable roof also features Rolls-Royce’s signature “Starlight Headliner,” which features over 1,300 fiber-optic lights to mimic the night sky.
The Rolls-Royce Dawn is far too expensive to ever get crash-tested by either the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), but standard safety features include lane-departure warning, night vision, a head-up display (HUD), adaptive cruise control, and adaptive headlights.
The Dawn is both distinctive and exclusive, but it is not without its rivals. Shoppers might also be tempted by the Ferrari Portofino, Bentley Continental GT Convertible, or open-top versions of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The latest Silver Bullet Collection spices things up with a sportier and even more distinctive look for the Dawn, so it is sad that its production run will be so limited.
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 16 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: chrome · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: manual driver seat · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.81
Engine
Alternator: 210 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: soft close · Side door type: power closing · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 10.3 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: soft top
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium leather
Steering
Steering ratio: 19
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: Rolls-Royce Assist
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Side airbags: front with head protection chambers
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 16 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: chrome · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: rear console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: manual driver and passenger seat · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.81
Engine
Alternator: 210 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: integrated exhaust · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: soft close · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 10.3 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: automatic high beam dimmer · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: soft top
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: perforated
Steering
Steering ratio: 19
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: Rolls-Royce Assist
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse