Rolls-Royce Wraith's South East Asian debut in Singapore

First unveiled at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, the all new Wraith coupe made its South East Asian debut in Singapore for the first time. The latest addition to the Rolls-Royce family was unveiled in a fashion that echoes Wraith's unique character - power, style and drama, with just a hint of the 'noir'.

According to Paul Harris, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars' Regional Director for Asia Pacific, the name 'Wraith' originated from the brand's heritage. The original Wraith was built by Rolls-Royce at their Derby factory from 1938 to 1939. Then in 1946, after World War II, the Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith was born.

The last Rolls-Royce model to be delivered in 'chassis only' form, the Silver Wraith was also popular amongst Royal families and heads of states, having served as the Irish Presidential State Car, the Brazilian Presidential Ceremonial State Car, the Royal Dutch State Limousine as well as the Royal Danish Ceremonial Car 'Store Krone'.

The all new Wraith is the boldest, most dramatic and powerful Rolls-Royce that has played host to the famous Spirit of Ecstasy figurine. Featuring a contemporary two-door design, Wraith's striking fastback body exudes power, style and drama - inspired by the great Grand Tourers of the 1950s and 60s.

Finished in Diamond Black upper and Madeira Red lower, this two-tone presentation complements Wraith's sweeping fastback design that gives the car its unique character. Bold lines, tension in the panels and a raked rear screen evoke the image of a world class athlete poised in the starting blocks. Further expression of dynamic intent can also be seen in Wraith's deeply recessed grille and wide rear track.

Coach doors open to reveal a sumptuous interior complete with the softest Phantom-grade leathers in Seashell and expanses of wood called Canadel Panelling. Named after the famous cove in the South of France where Sir Henry Royce and his design and engineering teams spent their winters, this contemporary and tactile finish sweeps through the interior, cosseting four occupants in a space bathed in light and warmth.

Performance delivers on the promise of Wraith's styling. Power delivery is effortless, but dramatic, thanks to a V12 engine married to eight-speed automatic ZF transmission. 624bhp and 800Nm of torque is available while the 0-100km/h sprint is achieved in 4.6 seconds.

A wide rear track, shorter wheelbase and lower roof height further contribute to the most powerful, involving driving experience of any Rolls-Royce in history.

The Spirit of Ecstasy Rotary Controller allows navigation through on-screen functions using a touch pad that features pinch and pull functionality to echo smart phone usage.

Letters can also be 'drawn' onto the pad by hand rather than by scrolling through a series of available characters on-screen. This feature works in the English language for Singapore-specification cars.

Pricing for Wraith starts from $1,258,888, excluding COE (at press time). First deliveries of Wraith will be made to customers in the final quarter of 2013.