Enhanced Powertrain: 0-100 km/h in 4.9 Seconds Despite 2.5 Tons

The "Black Badge," a special model previously offered for theGhost" and the "Wraith"Wraith Black Badge," which emphasizes shadow with an exclusive black color, has now been applied to the convertible model "Dawn" which arrived in Japan last year.

The most distinctive feature of the Black Badge is its black color, which Rolls-Royce describes as "deep, dark, and shadowed." Its construction utilizes Rolls-Royce's aircraft manufacturing technology, weaving ultra-fine aerospace-grade aluminum threads, each 0.014mm in diameter, together and bonding them to carbon fiber. The surface is coated with six layers of lacquer, then cured for 72 hours. Finally, it is polished to a mirror finish by hand.

Not only the body color but also the interior is unified in black. The black leather is accented with orange highlights, creating a luxurious interior that complements the exterior.

The powertrain has also been enhanced through tuning. The 6.6-liter V12 twin-turbo engine produces a maximum output of 442 kW (593 bhp), an increase of 23 ps over the standard model, and a maximum torque of 840 Nm, an increase of 60 Nm. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission whose characteristic map has been modified exclusively for the Dawn Black Badge.

Although the body uses a significant amount of carbon, it weighs 2,560 kg. However, it achieves 0-100 km/h acceleration in 4.9 seconds, with its top speed electronically limited to 250 km/h.

Additionally, the brake diameter has been increased by one inch compared to the standard model. Rolls-Royce claims this, along with engine braking, contributes to rapid deceleration. The steering rack has also been adjusted. Steering adjustments are made according to vehicle speed, allowing the driver to enjoy more reassuring handling.

The day after its world premiere, on June 30, it will make its Asia premiere at Roppongi Hills Arena in Japan. In addition to the "Dawn Black Badge," a total of four Rolls-Royce models will be on display: the "Ghost Black Badge," "Wraith," and "Dawn."

Rolls-Royce is currently accepting reservations for the Dawn Black Badge.

Rolls-Royce Dawn Black Badge
Body Size: Length 5,285 x Width 1,947 x Height 1,502 mm
Wheelbase: 3,112 mm
Vehicle Weight: 2,560 kg
Engine: 6.6-liter V12 Twin-Turbo
Maximum Output: 442 kW (593 bhp) / 5,250 rpm
Maximum Torque: 840 Nm
Maximum Speed: 250 km/h (limiter active)
0-100 km/h Acceleration: 4.9 seconds
Fuel Economy (EU Value): 14.7 L/100km (6.8 km/L)
CO2 Emissions: 337 g/km