1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
US · Midsize Cars
The 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 6.8L 8-cylinder turbocharged (GUZZLER) (L410MT2) (FFS,TRBO)
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.8L 8-cylinder turbocharged (GUZZLER) (L410MT2) (FFS,TRBO) | |
| Displacement | 6.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 8 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 4 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 10 mpg (23.5 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
97V122000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BOLTS ATTACHING THE LOWER STEERING COLUMN TO THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING COUPLING CAN CONTACT THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PIPES LOCATED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPOSITION THE PIPES TO PREVENT CONTACT BETWEEN THE PIPES AND BOLTS, AND ANY DAMAGED PIPES WILL BE REPLACED.
Reported August 4, 1997. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 10, 2026
Data verified: November 10, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
Gasoline
6.7L 8-cylinder turbocharged (L410MT2) · RWD
12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur have?
6.8L 8-cylinder turbocharged ((GUZZLER) (L410MT2) (FFS,TRBO)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur?
Combined fuel economy is 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.