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2020 Rolls-Royce Wraith Black Badge is an exercise in excess

Powerful and comfortable with a handcrafted touch, the Wraith Black Badge is a truly awesome machine.

Antuan Goodwin
Antuan started out in the automotive industry the old-fashioned way, by turning wrenches in a driveway and picking up speeding tickets. He now has nearly 20 years of expertise and experience behind the wheel of hundreds of cars, including electric, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, hydrogen, and traditional combustion vehicles. For each car he tests, Antuan covers more than 200 miles behind the wheel and evaluates driving dynamics; acceleration and braking performance; range; and efficiency. Antuan's goal is to use his extensive car knowledge to educate CNET readers and help with their next car-related buying decision. Whether you're EV-curious, an EV-enthusiast or a combustion-car loyalist, Antuan will bring you the unbiased advice, reviews, best lists and news you need. You can reach Antuan at antuan.goodwin@cnet.com
Antuan Goodwin
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The Wraith is Rolls-Royce's full-size grand touring coupe.

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The Black Badge model adds a few performance upgrades and special black trim and badges.

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Going this route adds $50,000 to the Wraith's $330,000 bottom line, but that's just the beginning.

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Behind the upright "Phantom Grille" is a 6.6-liter, turbocharged V12 engine making 623 horsepower.

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The Black Badge model has more torque than standard, twisting to the tune of 642 pound-feet.

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The standard air suspension also gains a sportier tune with the Black Badge package.

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Despite the improved performance, the Wraith still rides as comfortably as ever, feeling like a magic carpet around bends and over bumps.

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Tipping the scales at nearly 2.5 tons, the Wraith still manages a reasonably quick 0-to-60 mph sprint in just 4.4 seconds.

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Inside, you'll find a cabin that that is immaculately trimmed and completely customizable.

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Every detail can be changed when ordering the Wraith to meet the buyer's bespoke needs.

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Keep scrolling for more photos of the awesome 2020 Rolls-Royce Wraith or check out our full rated review to learn about its one Achilles' heel.

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