Autoblog http://www.autoblog.com Autoblog http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.autoblog.com/media/feedlogo.gif Autoblog http://www.autoblog.com en-us Copyright 2009 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Geneva 2009: Rolls-Royce 200EX proves that downsizing is relative]]>http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/03/geneva-2009-rolls-royce-200ex-proves-that-downsizing-is-relativ/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/03/geneva-2009-rolls-royce-200ex-proves-that-downsizing-is-relativ/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/03/geneva-2009-rolls-royce-200ex-proves-that-downsizing-is-relativ/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


Click above for a high-res gallery of the Rolls-Royce 200EX

In this economic climate, nobody is immune. But everything is relative. Rolls-Royce may continue to set sales records, but even they're downsizing... sorta. Rolls' answer to a shrinking economy is a smaller model, but at 212.6 inches long, it's the 200EX is still bigger than most luxury sedans roaming the roads. And it still looks every bit as deserving of the Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament adorning its streamlined, brushed aluminum nose as the larger Phantom range. When the 200EX enters production, it'll lose the traditional Rolls showcar nameplate in favor of something like Silver Cloud, and it'll still command a prime spot in the valet lot at the yacht club, but don't take our word for it: check out the live shots for yourself in the gallery below, and the factory images below that, and the full details in the press release after the jump.

Gallery: Geneva 2009: Rolls-Royce 200EX concept


Gallery: Rolls-Royce 200EX concept



Photos Copyright (C)2009 Noah Joseph / Weblogs, Inc.

Continue reading Geneva 2009: Rolls-Royce 200EX proves that downsizing is relative

Geneva 2009: Rolls-Royce 200EX proves that downsizing is relative originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>200exbreakinggenevageneva 2009geneva motor showGeneva2009GenevaMotorShowrollsrolls-roycerolls-royce 200exrolls-royce 4rolls-royce genevarolls-royce rr4Rolls-royce200exRolls-royce4Rolls-royceGenevaRolls-royceRr4rr4Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:45:00 EST<![CDATA[More details on "?380,000" Rolls-Royce 4]]>http://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/02/more-details-on-380-000-rolls-royce-4/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/02/more-details-on-380-000-rolls-royce-4/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/02/more-details-on-380-000-rolls-royce-4/#commentsFiled under: , ,


Click above for a high-res gallery of RR4 spy shots

Auto Telegraaf reports a tidbit on the coming Rolls-Royce 4 that would make the car something special indeed: it claims the car will cost €380,000. If true, that would make it the second priciest car in the Rolls-Royce line-up, with only the Phantom LWB a scant €20,000 ahead of it. Rolls-Royce CEO Tom Purves did say that the newest model would be "more expensive than any Bentley," but we don't think he meant that expensive.

The actual price will probably be around half of that, €190,000 in Europe, $250,000 or so in the U.S. In addition to coupe and convertible variants to follow its introduction, the car is slated to fit a wide range of powerplants for a Roller: BMW's V12 and turbocharged V8 are in the picture, and diesel and hybrid lumps are on the table. And soon we won't need to call it by its codename any more; the car is rumored to wear the Silver Ghost moniker.

Gallery: Rolls Royce RR4 - spy shots II


[Source: Auto Telegraaf (translated) via Global Motors]

More details on "?380,000" Rolls-Royce 4 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 Feb 2009 09:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>rolls roycerolls royce rr4rolls-roycerolls-royce rr4Rolls-royceRr4RollsRoyceRollsRoyceRr4rr4rumormillsaloonsedansilver ghostSilverGhostMon, 02 Feb 2009 09:58:00 EST<![CDATA[Spy shots: RR4 wearing even less camouflage]]>http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/31/spy-shots-rr4-wearing-even-less-camouflage/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/31/spy-shots-rr4-wearing-even-less-camouflage/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/31/spy-shots-rr4-wearing-even-less-camouflage/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

The RR4 -- the Rolls-Royce that asks that you "don't call me 'baby'" -- is slowly undressing, striptease-like, before its final reveal at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show. Previous spy shots hinted at rear suicide doors, or coach doors as Rolls-Royce refers to them, and now it is official: the hinges on the rear door are on the rear of the door. The car has plenty of Phatom-esque cues, and although it doesn't look anything like the initial sketch, it looks like it could be a very attractive proposition when it shows up for the big dance. Still no word on engines, but we have no doubt its output will be something along the lines of prodigious. Thanks for the tip, Andrus!

[Source: Global Motors]

Spy shots: RR4 wearing even less camouflage originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 31 Aug 2008 15:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>baby rollerbaby rollsbaby rolls royceBabyRollerBabyRollsBabyRollsRoycerolls-roycerolls-royce rr4Rolls-royceRr4rr4sedansedansspy shotspy shotsSpyShotSpyShotsSun, 31 Aug 2008 15:47:00 EST<![CDATA[Rolls-Royce expects RR4 to more than double sales, might get twin-turbo V8]]>http://www.autoblog.com/2008/06/12/rolls-royce-expects-rr4-to-more-than-double-sales-might-get-twi/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/06/12/rolls-royce-expects-rr4-to-more-than-double-sales-might-get-twi/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/06/12/rolls-royce-expects-rr4-to-more-than-double-sales-might-get-twi/#commentsFiled under: ,


The baby Rolls-Royce, perhaps called the Silver Ghost and arriving in 2010, will more than double the firm's sales according to Rolls-Royce CEO Ian Robertson. While sales figures currently hover around 1,000 per year for Rolls-Royce, we don't know if the figure he's talking about doubling will include the Phantom Coupe, which goes on sale later this year. The RR4 -- the baby Phantom's code name for now -- will share a platform with the upcoming 7-Series and is expected to give the scales a workout at 5,000-plus pounds.

The engine choice is still a mystery. Some speculate that there will be a twin-turbocharged version of BMW's 4.4-liter V8. However, Robertson has said that Rolls-Royce engines will remain unique to Rolls-Royce, in which case a 12-cylinder motor, unshared with any BMW product and smaller than the Phantom's, has been suggested. And in a nod to green, a diesel option is being floated after the car's introduction.

The car with which the RR4 will compete, Bentley's Continental Flying Spur, has suffered no ill-will for using a VW engine in its Continental series, so perhaps Rolls-Royce will be more welcoming of BMW power when the time comes. The new Rolls is expected to be priced between $250,000 and $300,000, which is considered "entry-level" for this brand.

Gallery: Rolls-Royce RR4 sketches


Gallery: Rolls Royce RR4 - spy shots


[Souces: Motor Authority and eGM Car Tech]

Rolls-Royce expects RR4 to more than double sales, might get twin-turbo V8 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 12 Jun 2008 16:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>rolls-roycerolls-royce rr4rolls-royce silver ghostRolls-royceRr4Rolls-royceSilverGhostrr4silver ghostSilverGhostThu, 12 Jun 2008 16:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Spy Shots: Rolls Royce RR4 - the Baby Rolls]]>http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/28/spy-shots-rolls-royce-rr4-the-baby-rolls/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/28/spy-shots-rolls-royce-rr4-the-baby-rolls/http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/28/spy-shots-rolls-royce-rr4-the-baby-rolls/#commentsFiled under: , ,


Click above for high-res spy shots of the Rolls-Royce RR4

We've shown you spy shots before of the upcoming "Baby Rolls", dubbed internally by Rolls Royce as the RR4, but none as good as these. Caught in clear view by KGP photographers, the upcoming "entry level" car by Rolls Royce that's based on the same underpinnings as the next BMW 7-Series looks for all the world like a little Phantom, just wearing less conspicuous consumption on its sleeve. What we have here is a Rolls Royce that should more of a driver's car than the Phantom, a true chauffeur-driven chariot if ever there was one. Like Bentley has its Continental line for the up and coming super rich who care about driving dynamics more than lineage and pedigree, so too will the RR4 reach out to those who don't care about monolithic grilles (it's still got one as you can see through the covering) and 2-inch thick carpeting. We do notice, however, that the RR4 appears to be sporting rear suicide doors, which is a nice touch that links the smaller car with its big bro'. A range of engines have been rumored that include all manner of V12s and V8s, as well as a diesel. Time will tell, but for now we're day dreaming of an epic comparison test between a Bentley Continental Flying Spur and the RR4. Check out more pics in the gallery below.

Gallery: Rolls Royce RR4 - spy shots


[Source: KGP Photographers]

Spy Shots: Rolls Royce RR4 - the Baby Rolls originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>baby rollsBabyRollsbreakingrolls roycerolls royce rr4rolls-roycerolls-royce rr4Rolls-royceRr4RollsRoyceRollsRoyceRr4rr4spy picsspy shotsSpyPicsSpyShotsFri, 28 Mar 2008 15:31:00 EST