The first-generation Rolls-Royce Ghost was a full-size luxury saloon positioned below the Phantom and aimed at buyers who wanted Rolls-Royce craftsmanship in a slightly smaller package.

Its exterior used the brand's upright grille, long bonnet, rear-hinged rear doors and restrained styling, while the cabin featured handcrafted leather and wood, lounge-style rear seats, a rear entertainment system and extensive Bespoke options.

Power came from a 6.6-litre twin-turbo V12 producing up to 563 bhp and 850 Nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Later versions offered all-wheel drive, while the suspension was tuned around Rolls-Royce's Magic Carpet Ride philosophy.

Equipment included satellite navigation, a head-up display, night vision, parking cameras and electrically adjustable seats. Safety features included multiple airbags, ABS, stability control, traction control, adaptive cruise control and parking assistance.

The Ghost 2009-2020 was discontinued in India in September 2020 before the second-generation Ghost arrived.