Rolls-Royce Twenty
The 'Baby Rolls' that pioneered the owner-driver luxury era.
- Power
- 50 bhp
- Top speed
- 60 mph
- Est. value
- $35k–$85k
About the Rolls-Royce Twenty
Introduced in 1922 to navigate the post-WWI economic slump, the Rolls-Royce Twenty was the marque's first 'small' car and the first designed specifically for owner-drivers rather than chauffeurs. It featured a modern 3.1-litre overhead-valve straight-six engine with a detachable cylinder head, a layout that served as the blueprint for Rolls-Royce powerplants for the next thirty years. While smaller than the Silver Ghost, it maintained the brand's legendary standards of refinement and build quality. Early models are distinguished by their horizontal radiator shutters and three-speed central gear change, offering a more manageable and 'sweet-running' experience for the gentleman driver.
Rolls-Royce Twenty specs
The Rolls-Royce Twenty produces 50 bhp (37 kW). It has a top speed of 60 mph (97 km/h).
| Make | Rolls-Royce |
|---|---|
| Model | Twenty |
| Trim | 3.1 |
| Years | 1922–1929 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Tourer |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 2,940 built |
| Original price | About $2,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.1-litre inline-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,127 cc (3.1 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 50 bhp (37 kW) at 3,000 rpm |
| Redline | 3,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 60 mph (97 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Rolls-Royce Twenty worth?
A typical Rolls-Royce Twenty is estimated to be worth $35,000 – $85,000 (about £26,000 – £63,000).
Its original price when new was about $2,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Rolls-Royce Twenty rarity in CarSpot
The Rolls-Royce Twenty is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 68 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Rolls-Royce Twenty fun facts
- Early Twenties featured horizontal radiator shutters; these were changed to vertical shutters in 1928 to match the larger Phantom models.
- Despite being the 'small' Rolls-Royce, many owners still fitted heavy limousine bodies, which significantly hampered the car's 60 mph top speed.
- The Twenty's engine design was so successful that its basic architecture remained visible in Rolls-Royce six-cylinder engines until the late 1950s.
