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Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II vs BAIC X55 Plus: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Five key differences
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Specification
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Maximum Power
Spectre Series II442 kW
X55 Plus138 kW
Maximum Torque
Spectre Series II1015 Nm
X55 Plus305 Nm
Engine Size
Spectre Series IINot Applicable
X55 Plus1498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Spectre Series IINot Applicable
X55 Plus12.99 km/l
Ground Clearance
Spectre Series II-
X55 PlusNot Officially Disclosed
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Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II
Spectre Series II
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Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Model Introduced Year
2026
2024
Generation
Spectre Series II, the 2026 evolution of Rolls-Royce's fully electric super coupe
Current upgraded X55 Plus generation for South Africa, mechanically based around BAIC's Magic Core 1.5T engine, DCT380 seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive.
Facelift History
Series II was announced on 2 June 2026 with a re-engineered battery, longer range, quicker charging and expanded Bespoke choices
The original X55 arrived locally in 2022. BAIC launched the upgraded X55 Plus in August 2024 with revised exterior details, a full-black interior, updated wheel and exhaust treatment, and additional connectivity features.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2024
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Coupe
Five-door compact SUV
Model Year
2026-present
2024
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Ultra-luxury electric super coupe
Compact SUV
Vehicle Type
Battery-electric passenger car
SUV
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Length
5490 mm
4620 mm
Width
2015 mm
1886 mm
Height
1585 mm
1680 mm
Wheelbase
3210 mm
2735 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
53 l
Boot/Cargo Space
380 l
350 l
Kerb Weight
2925 kg
1480 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3400 kg
1970 kg
Payload Capacity
475 kg
490 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
Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
160 mm
Towing Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Engine
Dual separately excited synchronous electric motors
1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine
Engine Code
Not Applicable
A156T2H
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
1498 cc
Cylinders
Not Applicable
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
442 kW
138 kW
Maximum Torque
1015 Nm
305 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
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
250 km/h
200 km/h
0-100 km/h
4.5 sec
7.7 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Sport, Comfort, Smart
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
151.1 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
347 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
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 45 min
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
28 min (10-80%)
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Gearbox
Single-speed reduction gear
7DCT
Drivetrain Layout
Front and rear electric motors
FWD
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
1
7
Transmission Type
Automatic single-speed
7-speed dual-clutch transmission
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
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 Officially Disclosed
Gearbox Type
Single-speed reduction gear
Dual-clutch
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
7
LSD Available
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Differential Lock
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Final Drive Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
12.99 km/l
City Mileage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
53 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro VI
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
12.99 km/l
Charging Port Type
Type 2 AC (South Africa)
Not Officially Disclosed
Charging Type
AC and DC
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Litres
Not Applicable
53
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Consumption
20.2-21.7 kWh/100 km WLTP
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Highway
380 km
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
515 km
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
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
-
Standard
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
-
Not Available
AEB
-
Not Available
Brake Override System
-
Standard
EBD
-
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Hill Hold
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
-
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
-
Standard
Knee Airbag
-
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
-
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
-
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
360 Degree Camera
-
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Wipers
-
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Standard
Reverse Camera
-
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Park Assist
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
-
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
-
Not Available
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Seat Material
Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation leather available through Bespoke
Leather
Ambient Lighting
Illuminated Fascia and illuminated-door treatments available
Not Available
Seat Trim
Leather standard; Duality Twill rayon and Placed Perforation available through Bespoke
Leather
Heated Seats
-
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
-
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
-
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
-
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
-
6-way manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
6-way manual
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Climate Control
Standard
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
-
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
-
Standard
AC Type
Standard
Air conditioning
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Infotainment System
Navigation, radio/DAB and hands-free integration
BAIC DA head unit with radio, Bluetooth and smartphone connection
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
-
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
10.25-inch LCD instrument screen
USB Ports
-
Front USB, rear USB and Type-C charging
Infotainment Screen
-
10.1-inch central touchscreen
Touchscreen
-
10.1-inch central touchscreen
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Ethereal Blue and near-limitless Bespoke exterior finishes
Electric Yellow, Metallic Grey, Scarlet Red, Krypton Grey, Polar White, Turquoise Blue
Headlights
Standard
Standard
Fog Lamps
-
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Not Available
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD System Type
Dual-motor electric all-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Locking Differential
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Breakover Angle
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Tyre Size
255/45 R22 catalogued base fitment
225/60 R18
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Solid disc
Wheel Rim Size
22-inch base fitment; 23-inch forged wheels available
18-inch
Spare Wheel Type
-
Space-saver spare wheel
Handbrake Type
-
Electric parking brake
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Front Suspension
Air suspension
MacPherson independent suspension
Rear Suspension
Air suspension
Multi-link independent suspension
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Octane Requirement
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Service Plan
4 years, unlimited kilometres
5 Years / 60 000 km
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
Ownership Role
Current commissioned South African new vehicle; price on application
Private buyer ownership with BAIC South Africa warranty and service support
Pricing Role
Price on application
Current ex-showroom price
Price Zar
-
429900 ZAR
Starting Price
-
429900
Starting Price Zar
-
429900
Spec
Spectre Series II
X55 Plus
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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