Car and Driver’s evaluation of the Rolls-Royce Ghost centers on how this 'post-opulent' sedan balances the brand’s traditional serenity with modern technology. Despite sharing architecture with the BMW 7-series, the Ghost feels unique—its 6.6-liter V12 is almost silent, and the ride is like a 'magic carpet.' The styling is restrained by Rolls-Royce standards, with a clean front and subtle LED headlights. Inside, the materials are flawless, with the Starlight headliner and optional rear recliner seats placing the Ghost in a different league from any Bentley. The driving dynamics are surprisingly capable, dispatching corners with calm authority, though it remains a car engineered for isolation rather than sportiness. The assessors appreciated the smoothness of the eight-speed automatic and the 'wonderfully effortless' performance. Their only gripes are the Europe-only Black Badge version being too sporty, the cumbersome infotainment controls, and the overwhelming cabin climate. Overall, the Ghost is 'an incredibly relaxing way to traverse great distances,' earning it a rare perfect score for a Rolls-Royce.

Autocar’s in-depth road test calls the Ghost 'something close to mechanical perfection,' placing the ride comfort at the top of the luxury car class. The 6.75-liter V12 is 'utterly silent even under hard acceleration, accompanied by a faint, well-stifled growl that never approaches the cabin.' The air suspension uses dual-chamber dampers and a camera system that scans the road surface, making broken tarmac disappear. The steering is light but accurate, and the all-wheel-drive setup ensures sane, composed direction, even on slippery roads. Interior materials—chrome, wood, leather—are the best in the industry, with every switch operating with a market-leading 'chunkiness.' Autocar identifies the main drawbacks as the lack of a truly bespoke coachbuilding option (that’s for Phantom customers) and the rather awkward infotainment graphics that are not as sharp as a Mercedes S-Class’s. But for sheer isolation and status-symbol significance, Autocar says 'nothing on earth feels quite like it.' It’s a benchmark executive cruiser and stands as a tow-heed halo.