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Rolls-Royce Black Badge Spectre Series II vs MG HS: the short answer
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Five key differences
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Specification
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Maximum Power
Black Badge Spectre Series II500 kW
HS170 kW
Maximum Torque
Black Badge Spectre Series II1100 Nm
HS370 Nm
Engine Size
Black Badge Spectre Series IINot Applicable
HS1986 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Black Badge Spectre Series IINot Applicable
HS11.63 km/l
Ground Clearance
Black Badge Spectre Series II-
HS145 mm
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Rolls-Royce Black Badge Spectre Series II
Black Badge Spectre Series II
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Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Model Introduced Year
2026
2025
Generation
Black Badge Spectre Series II, the higher-output 2026 evolution of Rolls-Royce's fully electric super coupe
Current five-seat HS on MG's SIGMA-A architecture with 1.5T DCT and 2.0T automatic powertrains.
Facelift History
Black Badge Spectre Series II was announced on 2 June 2026 with 500 kW Infinity Mode, 1100 Nm Spirited Mode and expanded Black Badge Bespoke treatments
Current-generation HS introduced locally in 2025; four petrol derivatives remain active.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Coupe
Five-door mid-size SUV
Model Year
2026-present
2025
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Ultra-luxury high-performance electric super coupe
Mid-size SUV
Vehicle Type
Battery-electric passenger car
SUV
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Length
5490 mm
4655 mm
Width
2015 mm
1890 mm
Height
1585 mm
1655 mm
Wheelbase
3210 mm
2765 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
65 l
Boot/Cargo Space
380 l
507 l
Kerb Weight
2925 kg
1590 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3400 kg
2065 kg
Payload Capacity
475 kg
475 kg
Seating Capacity
4 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.35 m
5.65 m
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
145 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
-
750 kg
Front Headroom
-
968 mm
Rear Headroom
-
964 mm
Front Legroom
-
1044 mm
Rear Legroom
-
980 mm
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Engine
Dual separately excited synchronous electric motors
2.0-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
1986 cc
Cylinders
Not Applicable
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Inline
Valves
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
500 kW
170 kW
Maximum Torque
1100 Nm
370 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Separately Excited Synchronous
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
2
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Front + Rear
Not Applicable
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
9-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
250 km/h
220 km/h
0-100 km/h
4.3 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Infinity Mode, Spirited Mode
Standard, Eco, Sport, Custom
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
170.9 kW/tonne
106.92 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
376.1 Nm/tonne
232.70 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
112.4 kWh
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
400 V
Not Applicable
Electric Range
628 km (WLTP combined maximum across configurations)
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
22 kW
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
195 kW
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
5 h 30 min
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
28 min (10-80%)
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Gearbox
Single-speed reduction gear
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front and rear electric motors
Front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Number of Gears
1
9
Transmission Type
Automatic single-speed
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque converter automatic
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Standard
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
Front-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
Full-time
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Standard
Gearbox Type
Single-speed reduction gear
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front- and rear-axle electric motor arrangement
Front-wheel drive
Transmission Speeds
1
9
LSD Available
-
Not Available
Differential Lock
-
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
-
Automatic
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
11.63 km/l
City Mileage
Not Applicable
9.35 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
16.95 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
65 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
EURO 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Standard
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
11.63 km/l
Charging Port Type
Type 2 AC (South Africa)
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
65
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
20.2-21.8 kWh/100 km WLTP
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Applicable
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
BA
Standard
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
2
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
2
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Airbags
-
7
Hill Descent Control
-
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
-
Standard
AEB
-
Standard
Brake Override System
-
Not Officially Disclosed
EBD
-
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Hill Hold
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
-
Standard
Knee Airbag
-
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
-
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
-
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
-
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
360 Degree Camera
-
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Standard
Auto Highbeam
-
Standard
Auto Wipers
-
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Standard
Reverse Camera
-
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Standard
Park Assist
-
Not Available
Around View Monitor
-
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
-
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
-
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Seat Material
Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation leather available through Bespoke
PVC Seat with hole
Ambient Lighting
Illuminated Fascia and illuminated-door treatments available
Standard
Seat Trim
Leather standard; Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation available through Bespoke
PVC Seat with hole
Heated Seats
-
Standard
Ventilated Seats
-
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
-
Microfibre (PU)
60 40 Split Seat
-
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
-
Electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
Powered
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Climate Control
Standard
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power Windows
Power front windows
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Power-operated bootlid
Standard
Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Push Button Start
-
Standard
Sunroof
-
Panoramic electric sunroof
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Standard
AC Type
Standard
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Infotainment System
Navigation, radio/DAB and hands-free integration
12.3-inch touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
-
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
12.3-inch driver display
USB Ports
-
4
Infotainment Screen
-
12.3-inch
Touchscreen
-
12.3-inch
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
Ethereal Blue with Iced Black exterior detailing and Bespoke finishes
Black, White, Grey, Silver, Blue, Red
Headlights
Standard
Standard
Fog Lamps
-
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available
4WD System Type
Dual-motor electric all-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
-
19.0 deg
Departure Angle
-
28.0 deg
Locking Differential
-
Not Available
Breakover Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Tyre Size
255/45 R22 catalogued fitment
225/55 R19
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Wheel Rim Size
22-inch catalogued fitment
19-inch
Spare Wheel Type
-
Space-saver spare
Handbrake Type
-
Electric
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Front Suspension
Air suspension
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Air suspension
Multi-link
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
195 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Service Plan
4 years, unlimited kilometres
5 years / 90,000 km
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Ownership Role
Current commissioned South African new vehicle; price on application
Passenger vehicle
Pricing Role
Price on application
Current South African MSRP
Price Zar
-
665900 ZAR
Starting Price
-
665900
Starting Price Zar
-
665900
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
HS
Roadside Assistance
First four years
-
Warranty
4-year initial vehicle warranty
5 years / 200,000 km vehicle; 7 years / unlimited km engine
In depth: how these cars differ
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