Rolls-Royce Spectre has been discontinued — this model is no longer sold new in South Africa. All specifications, variants and pricing shown below are for historical reference. See current Rolls-Royce models still on sale. Served in South Africa 2024–2026 Discontinued 2026
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Rolls-Royce Spectre

Historical South African specifications and last-listed pricing

Model year 2024-2026 Generation Original Spectre (RR25), the first series-production fully electric Rolls-Royce Version introduced Original South African version Body style Coupe
The original all-electric Rolls-Royce coupe, preserved here as the discontinued South African predecessor to Series II.
Torque:900Nm (664 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:146mm (5.7″) Power:430kW (577 bhp) Electric Range:530km Battery:105.7kWh Boot380L (13.4 cu ft)

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Historical pricing is retained for reference, not as a current dealer offer. Verify the exact used vehicle's condition, equipment and build date before purchase.

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Rolls-Royce Spectre

The original all-electric Rolls-Royce coupe, preserved here as the discontinued South African predecessor to Series II.

Spectre was Rolls-Royce's first series-production fully electric motor car and the model that translated the marque's quiet, low-effort character into battery power. South African buyers encountered the original production version during 2024, after Daytona had confirmed the model for its local programme. By 2026 the official Johannesburg range had moved to Spectre Series II, so the original belongs in the historical catalogue rather than among current new-car offers. Served in South Africa: 2024-2026. That lifecycle matters when looking at an advertised car today: a dealer's used asking price is not the original new-car price, and the Johannesburg retailer did not publish a fixed historical list price for this derivative. Contemporary pre-launch reporting discussed only an exchange-rate-dependent estimate. The car itself remains technically significant. Rolls-Royce's final production press kit records a 5,490 mm length, 2,015 mm width excluding mirrors, 1,575 mm unladen height and 3,210 mm wheelbase. It has two doors, four seats and a 2,890 kg kerb weight. Its front and rear separately excited synchronous motors produce a combined 430 kW and 900 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds. The front motor is rated at 190 kW and 365 Nm, while the rear motor is rated at 360 kW and 710 Nm. A 102 kWh net lithium-ion battery supports a confirmed 530 km WLTP range. Maximum DC charging power is 195 kW, with a quoted 10-80 percent time of 34 minutes, while 22 kW AC charging takes 5 hours 30 minutes from zero to full under the stated conditions. Those figures make more sense in an ownership plan than a simple performance comparison. A Spectre is long, wide and heavy, so access to a suitable home charger and a generously sized parking space will shape daily satisfaction. Its 23-inch wheels, fastback body and low coupe seating role also place it far from the practical brief of a family SUV. Rolls-Royce did, however, engineer the original around comfort and composure. The official press material describes the Planar Suspension System, automatically decoupling anti-roll bars on straight roads, adaptive damper responses in corners and four-wheel steering. It also confirms Active Lane Centring and Adaptive Cruise Control operating together. Inside, SPIRIT connects the car's digital functions with the Whispers app, while the Bespoke programme offered Starlight Doors, an Illuminated Fascia and extensive control over colours and materials. The result was not intended to be a generic luxury EV. It was a four-seat grand coupe for an owner who valued silence, craftsmanship and an individually commissioned cabin. As a discontinued derivative, it now makes the strongest case as a carefully documented used purchase with battery condition, charging equipment, warranty transfer and full Rolls-Royce service history checked before money changes hands.

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Rolls-Royce Spectre Specifications

Length
5490 mm
Width
2015 mm
Height
1575 mm
Wheelbase
3210 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
146 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
380 l
Kerb Weight
2890 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3400 kg
Payload Capacity
510 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
Seating Capacity
4 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.35 m
Front Headroom
1006 mm
Rear Headroom
940 mm
Front Legroom
1059 mm
Driving fit

Where the Rolls-Royce Spectre Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The natural buyer is a collector or established luxury-car owner seeking the historically important first production Rolls-Royce EV, with enough garage space and charging access to use a 5.49-metre coupe comfortably. A used buyer should care more about exact commission details, battery and warranty records, charging cables, tyre condition and authorised service history than about finding a supposed standard specification, because individual cars can differ substantially.

City
In Johannesburg or Cape Town traffic, the original Spectre's electric response and quiet cabin suit slow urban travel, but its size demands planning. The body is 2,015 mm wide before mirrors and 5,490 mm long, so narrow basement ramps, older shopping-centre bays and tight residential gates deserve a measured approach. A secure 22 kW-capable home-charging arrangement is the most effortless ownership pattern, although the actual available power at a property must be checked separately.
Highway
The confirmed 530 km WLTP range gives the original Spectre a credible grand-touring brief, while 195 kW DC capability and a quoted 34-minute 10-80 percent charge offer a workable rapid-charging stop where a suitable charger is available. Real South African distance planning must still account for charger location, weather, speed and the large difference between laboratory range and an individual journey. Its four-wheel steering and comfort-focused chassis are more relevant here than chasing lap times.
Off-Road
This is a road-focused ultra-luxury coupe, not an off-road vehicle. Its accepted secondary exact-RR25 normal ground clearance is 146 mm; the full-seating-load clearance is not published. Exact regulatory and derivative records separately support no approved towing capacity. Those facts do not make it suitable for farm tracks or water crossings: no wading, approach-angle or terrain-mode specification supports that use. Gravel entrances and imperfect urban surfaces still call for patience because the 23-inch wheels, long wheelbase, low body and replacement costs make mechanical sympathy especially important.

Rolls-Royce Spectre — Should You Buy It?

A landmark electric Rolls-Royce that now belongs in the historical used-car market.

The original Spectre remains desirable because it feels conceptually honest: electric drive reinforces the silence and effortless torque that Rolls-Royce has pursued for generations. Its 430 kW output, 530 km WLTP claim and carefully developed chassis remain substantial, but the purchasing conversation has changed. It is no longer a current commissioned model in Johannesburg, so condition, provenance, battery support and the exact Bespoke build matter more than any old launch estimate or current used advertisement.

What's Good
  • ✓Historically important first production Rolls-Royce EV
  • ✓430 kW and 900 Nm dual-motor output
  • ✓Confirmed 530 km WLTP range
  • ✓195 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging capability
  • ✓Four-wheel steering and Planar suspension engineering
  • ✓Four-seat fastback coupe layout
  • ✓Extensive Bespoke colour and cabin possibilities
  • ✓Adaptive Cruise Control with Active Lane Centring
  • ✓15-year unlimited-mileage battery warranty announced for new and existing Spectres
Watch Out For
  • ✕Discontinued rather than a current Johannesburg new-car offer
  • ✕No verified historical South African list price
  • ✕Large 5,490 mm body needs generous parking space
  • ✕Heavy 2,890 kg kerb weight
  • ✕Individual commissions make equipment comparisons difficult
  • ✕The 380-litre boot is modest for such a large four-seat coupe
  • ✕146 mm clearance and no approved towing capacity limit rough-route utility
  • ✕23-inch wheel replacement costs can be substantial
  • ✕Long-distance convenience depends on suitable charging infrastructure

Rolls-Royce Spectre FAQs

The natural buyer is a collector or established luxury-car owner seeking the historically important first production Rolls-Royce EV, with enough garage space and charging access to use a 5.49-metre coupe comfortably. A used buyer should care more about exact commission details, battery and warranty records, charging cables, tyre condition and authorised service history than about finding a supposed standard specification, because individual cars can differ substantially.

In Johannesburg or Cape Town traffic, the original Spectre's electric response and quiet cabin suit slow urban travel, but its size demands planning. The body is 2,015 mm wide before mirrors and 5,490 mm long, so narrow basement ramps, older shopping-centre bays and tight residential gates deserve a measured approach. A secure 22 kW-capable home-charging arrangement is the most effortless ownership pattern, although the actual available power at a property must be checked separately.

The confirmed 530 km WLTP range gives the original Spectre a credible grand-touring brief, while 195 kW DC capability and a quoted 34-minute 10-80 percent charge offer a workable rapid-charging stop where a suitable charger is available. Real South African distance planning must still account for charger location, weather, speed and the large difference between laboratory range and an individual journey. Its four-wheel steering and comfort-focused chassis are more relevant here than chasing lap times.

Compare the Rolls-Royce Spectre with the current Rolls-Royce range to see how body style, range, charging and performance differ before choosing a commission or used example.

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