2026 Rolls-Royce Ghost Series 2 Gets A Stealthy Style Update

Small changes can make a big difference in the appearance of the luxurious sedan

Rolls-Royce is preparing for the mid-lifecycle update of the Ghost sedan, marking four years since its debut. The smaller sibling of the Phantom is set to undergo a subtle redesign, featuring a cleaner front fascia and updated LED lighting at both ends.

Our spy photographers caught a glimpse of a Rolls-Royce Ghost Series 2 prototype undergoing cold-weather testing in Sweden. With camouflage limited to the front, we got a clear look at the design updates. The most striking change from the outgoing model is the slimmer LED headlights, which taper towards the illuminated grille.

The front bumper showcases a refreshed design, featuring a simpler lower intake and the removal of the horizontal chrome accents seen in the current Ghost model. Additionally, a revised sensor for the ADAS is visible in the middle. Moving to the rear, changes are minimal, with updated LED graphics on the taillights, now sporting two vertical slits.

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We suspect there might be new options for the alloy wheels alongside a refreshed color palette. The lighting in the spy shots and the snowy surroundings may alter our perception of color. Still, the prototype appears to be painted in the Olivin shade, which is already available in the Spectre.

Judging from the company’s product strategy, we don’t expect significant upgrades on the interior and underpinnings of the Ghost. The luxurious sedan is fitted with a twin-turbo 6.75-liter V12 engine producing 562 hp (419 kW / 570 PS) in standard guise, or up to 592 hp (441 kW / 600 PS) in the Black Badge Ghost version.

The outgoing Rolls-Royce Ghost was introduced in 2020, which makes us believe that the facelifted version could arrive in 2025, likely as a 2026MY in North America. Besides the Ghost, Rolls-Royce is working on a more extensive mid-lifecycle update for the Cullinan SUV, following the debut of the Phantom Series II last year.

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