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Rolls-Royce Black Badge Spectre Series II vs MG MG3: the short answer
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Specification
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Maximum Power
Black Badge Spectre Series II500 kW
MG375 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
Black Badge Spectre Series II1100 Nm
MG3128 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Engine Size
Black Badge Spectre Series IINot Applicable
MG31498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Black Badge Spectre Series IINot Applicable
MG323.26 km/l
Ground Clearance
Black Badge Spectre Series II-
MG3149 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
MG3
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-generation five-door MG3 offered locally with naturally aspirated petrol and self-charging hybrid 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
South African launch specification introduced in 2025.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Coupe
Five-door hatchback
Model Year
2026-present
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Ultra-luxury high-performance electric super coupe
Compact Hatchback
Vehicle Type
Battery-electric passenger car
Hatchback
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Length
5490 mm
4113 mm
Width
2015 mm
1797 mm
Height
1585 mm
1502 mm
Wheelbase
3210 mm
2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
36 l
Boot/Cargo Space
380 l
293 l
Kerb Weight
2925 kg
1308 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3400 kg
1766 kg
Payload Capacity
475 kg
458 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
5.25 m
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
149 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
-
500 kg
Front Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Engine
Dual separately excited synchronous electric motors
1.5-litre Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Electric
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
1498 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
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Multipoint Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
500 kW
75 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
1100 Nm
128 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
155 kW
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
425 Nm
Motor Type
Separately Excited Synchronous
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Number of Motors
2
2
Motor Location
Front + Rear
Front
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
3-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
250 km/h
170 km/h
0-100 km/h
4.3 sec
8.0 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Infinity Mode, Spirited Mode
Eco, Standard, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
170.9 kW/tonne
118.50 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
376.1 Nm/tonne
324.92 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
1.83 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
112.4 kWh
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
400 V
Not Officially Disclosed
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
Yes
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Gearbox
Single-speed reduction gear
3-Speed Automatic hybrid transmission
Drivetrain Layout
Front and rear electric motors
Front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Available
Number of Gears
1
3
Transmission Type
Automatic single-speed
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
Not Available
Gearbox Type
Single-speed reduction gear
Hybrid transmission
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
3
LSD Available
-
Not Available
Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
-
Hybrid
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
23.26 km/l
City Mileage
Not Applicable
27.03 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
20.41 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
36 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
23.26 km/l
Charging Port Type
Type 2 AC (South Africa)
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
36
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
MG3
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
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Airbags
-
6
Hill Descent Control
-
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
-
Not Available
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
MG3
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear
Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
-
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
-
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
-
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Standard
Auto Highbeam
-
Standard
Auto Wipers
-
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Standard
Reverse Camera
-
Not Available
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
MG3
Seat Material
Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation leather available through Bespoke
PVC + Fabric
Ambient Lighting
Illuminated Fascia and illuminated-door treatments available
Not Available
Seat Trim
Leather standard; Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation available through Bespoke
PVC + Fabric
Heated Seats
-
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
-
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
-
PU
60 40 Split Seat
-
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
-
6-way manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
4-way manual
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Climate Control
Standard
Single-zone air conditioning
Power Windows
Power front windows
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Power-operated bootlid
Not Available
Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Push Button Start
-
Standard
Sunroof
-
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Standard
AC Type
Standard
Single-zone air conditioning
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Infotainment System
Navigation, radio/DAB and hands-free integration
10.25-inch infotainment display
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
-
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
7-inch driver display
USB Ports
-
2 front USB-C ports (1 full-function, 1 charging)
Infotainment Screen
-
10.25-inch
Touchscreen
-
10.25-inch
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Ethereal Blue with Iced Black exterior detailing and Bespoke finishes
Flare Red, Morning Yellow, Pearl Black, York White, Hampstead Grey, St. Moritz Blue, Blade Silver
Headlights
Standard
Standard
Fog Lamps
-
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Not Available
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
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
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Locking Differential
-
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Tyre Size
255/45 R22 catalogued fitment
195/55 R16
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Wheel Rim Size
22-inch catalogued fitment
16-inch
Spare Wheel Type
-
Tyre repair kit
Handbrake Type
-
Electric
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Front Suspension
Air suspension
MacPherson
Rear Suspension
Air suspension
Torsion Beam
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
100 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Service Plan
4 years, unlimited kilometres
MG3-specific service plan
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Ownership Role
Current commissioned South African new vehicle; price on application
Passenger vehicle
Pricing Role
Price on application
Current South African MSRP
Price Zar
-
469900 ZAR
Starting Price
-
469900
Starting Price Zar
-
469900
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
MG3
Roadside Assistance
First four years
-
Warranty
4-year initial vehicle warranty
5 years / 150,000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
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