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Rolls-Royce Black Badge Spectre Series II vs Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II: the short answer
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Specification
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Maximum Power
Black Badge Spectre Series II500 kW
Spectre Series II442 kW
Maximum Torque
Black Badge Spectre Series II1100 Nm
Spectre Series II1015 Nm
Engine Size
Black Badge Spectre Series IINot Applicable
Spectre Series IINot Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
Black Badge Spectre Series IINot Applicable
Spectre Series IINot Applicable
Ground Clearance
Black Badge Spectre Series II-
Spectre Series II-
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Evidence forRolls-Royce Black Badge Spectre Series II
Black Badge Spectre Series II
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Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Model Introduced Year
2026
2026
Generation
Black Badge Spectre Series II, the higher-output 2026 evolution of Rolls-Royce's fully electric super coupe
Spectre Series II, the 2026 evolution of Rolls-Royce's fully electric super coupe
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
Series II was announced on 2 June 2026 with a re-engineered battery, longer range, quicker charging and expanded Bespoke choices
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Coupe
Coupe
Model Year
2026-present
2026-present
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Ultra-luxury high-performance electric super coupe
Ultra-luxury electric super coupe
Vehicle Type
Battery-electric passenger car
Battery-electric passenger car
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Length
5490 mm
5490 mm
Width
2015 mm
2015 mm
Height
1585 mm
1585 mm
Wheelbase
3210 mm
3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
380 l
380 l
Kerb Weight
2925 kg
2925 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3400 kg
3400 kg
Payload Capacity
475 kg
475 kg
Seating Capacity
4 seats
4 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.35 m
6.35 m
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Engine
Dual separately excited synchronous electric motors
Dual separately excited synchronous electric motors
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cylinders
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Valves
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Bore
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Stroke
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
500 kW
442 kW
Maximum Torque
1100 Nm
1015 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Separately Excited Synchronous
Separately Excited Synchronous
Number of Motors
2
2
Motor Location
Front + Rear
Front + Rear
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
0-100 km/h
4.3 sec
4.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Infinity Mode, Spirited Mode
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
170.9 kW/tonne
151.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
376.1 Nm/tonne
347 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
112.4 kWh
112.4 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
400 V
400 V
Electric Range
628 km (WLTP combined maximum across configurations)
628 km (WLTP combined maximum across configurations)
AC Charging Power
22 kW
22 kW
DC Charging Power
195 kW
195 kW
AC Charging Time
5 h 30 min
5 h 45 min
DC Charging Time
28 min (10-80%)
28 min (10-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Yes
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Gearbox
Single-speed reduction gear
Single-speed reduction gear
Drivetrain Layout
Front and rear electric motors
Front and rear electric motors
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
1
1
Transmission Type
Automatic single-speed
Automatic single-speed
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
All-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
Full-time
Full-time
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 Applicable
Gearbox Type
Single-speed reduction gear
Single-speed reduction gear
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front- and rear-axle electric motor arrangement
Front- and rear-axle electric motor arrangement
Transmission Speeds
1
1
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
City Mileage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Type 2 AC (South Africa)
Type 2 AC (South Africa)
Charging Type
AC and DC
AC and DC
Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
20.2-21.8 kWh/100 km WLTP
20.2-21.7 kWh/100 km WLTP
Range Real World Highway
-
380 km
Range Real World Mixed
-
515 km
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Seat Material
Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation leather available through Bespoke
Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation leather available through Bespoke
Ambient Lighting
Illuminated Fascia and illuminated-door treatments available
Illuminated Fascia and illuminated-door treatments available
Seat Trim
Leather standard; Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation available through Bespoke
Leather standard; Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation available through Bespoke
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Power Windows
Power front windows
Power front windows
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Power-operated bootlid
Power-operated bootlid
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Infotainment System
Navigation, radio/DAB and hands-free integration
Navigation, radio/DAB and hands-free integration
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Exterior Colour Options
Ethereal Blue with Iced Black exterior detailing and Bespoke finishes
Ethereal Blue and near-limitless Bespoke exterior finishes
Headlights
Standard
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Dual-motor electric all-wheel drive
Dual-motor electric all-wheel drive
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Tyre Size
255/45 R22 catalogued fitment
255/45 R22 catalogued base fitment
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Wheel Rim Size
22-inch catalogued fitment
22-inch base fitment; 23-inch forged wheels available
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Front Suspension
Air suspension
Air suspension
Rear Suspension
Air suspension
Air suspension
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
0 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Service Plan
4 years, unlimited kilometres
4 years, unlimited kilometres
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Ownership Role
Current commissioned South African new vehicle; price on application
Current commissioned South African new vehicle; price on application
Pricing Role
Price on application
Price on application
Spec
Black Badge Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
Roadside Assistance
First four years
First four years
Warranty
4-year initial vehicle warranty
4-year initial vehicle warranty
In depth: how these cars differ
This Black Badge Spectre Series II and Spectre Series II comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
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