Rolls-Royce Dawn Transmission Specifications
The 2021 Rolls-Royce Dawn uses Automatic (S8) transmission, depending on engine and trim.
Latest model year (2021):
The Rolls-Royce Dawn comes with Automatic (S8).
Rolls-Royce Dawn Transmission — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L | 12 6.6L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L | 12 6.6L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L | 12 6.6L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L | 12 6.6L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L | 12 6.6L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 |
| 2018 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L | 12 6.6L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 |
| 2017 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L | 12 6.6L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 |
| 2016 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L | 12 6.6L | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Rolls-Royce Dawn Transmission FAQ
What transmission does the Rolls-Royce Dawn have?
The Rolls-Royce Dawn is offered with Automatic (S8) (2021 and earlier model years). Availability depends on engine and trim — see the year-by-year table above.
Does the Rolls-Royce Dawn come with a manual transmission?
No manual transmission is listed for the Rolls-Royce Dawn in the EPA data we track; all listed configurations are automatic or CVT.