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Performance
The Rolls-Royce Spectre delivers a maximum power of 430 kW (585 hp / 577 bhp) and a total torque of 900 Nm (664 lb-ft). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 4.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).
Battery, Range, and Charging
The battery has a gross capacity of 105.7 kWh and a net usable capacity of 102.0 kWh, with a 3.7 kWh buffer (3.5%) for battery protection. With a nominal voltage of 376.4 volts, the system is classified as a 400-volt battery system.
The lithium-ion battery uses NMC (nickel manganese cobalt) chemistry.
According to the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard, the vehicle's range is 530 km (329 miles), with an energy consumption rate of 19.2 kWh/100 km (3.2 mi/kWh).
For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listings on this model’s range and consumption page.
The vehicle supports fast DC charging with a maximum power of 205 kW. A 0–100% charge takes approximately 73 minutes. A typical 10–80% session takes about 37 minutes at an average power of 116 kW.
With five minutes of overhead per stop, the optimal charging window is 0–45%. Effective average power, including overhead, is 130 kW over a session lasting about 21 minutes and 15 seconds.
In a 1000 km challenge at a constant speed of 120 km/h (75 mph) with an assumed consumption rate of 26 kWh/100 km, the trip would take about 9 hours and 34 minutes, needing four charging stops from 1% to 40%, totaling 74 minutes of charging time.
Onboard Charger
The standard onboard charger supports AC charging at up to 11 kW. A full 0–100% charge takes about 9 hours and 16 minutes with a suitable home charging setup.
Charge Port
The location of the charge port is on the right rear side. This placement makes it easy to use charging stations that require backing up to connect.
Connector types vary by market: this model uses CCS Combo 1 in North America and CCS Combo 2 in Europe. For complete specifications for all markets, refer to the full specifications.
Drivetrain
The Rolls-Royce Spectre features an all-wheel drive system powered by two motors, one on each axle.
The motors used are Wound-Rotor Synchronous Motors.
Suspension
The Rolls-Royce Spectre features a double wishbone front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension, both with electronically controlled dampers and air springs.
The suspension is fully adaptive on the front and rear axle, so height and damping can be adjusted manually and automatically.
The minimum ground clearance is 193 mm, and the maximum is 223 mm.
The Active Suspension keeps the car's body nearly horizontal during braking, steering, and acceleration.
Normally, cars lean outward in corners. However, the active cornering dynamics can counteract this roll, or even overcompensate, making the car lean into bends like a motorcycle.
The Easy Entry function lowers the car's body automatically when a door is opened, facilitating easier entry and exit. Once the door closes, the body returns to its previous level.
Steering
Progressive steering is standard on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. It adjusts the steering ratio according to vehicle speed.
In addition, rear-wheel steering is standard, reducing the turning circle at low speeds.
Brakes
The Rolls-Royce Spectre is equipped with cast-iron disc brakes on both the front and rear.
The front discs measure 348 mm, while the rear discs are 348 mm.
Regenerative Braking
Regenerative braking works in two ways: through one-pedal driving, or through the brake pedal using blended braking while coasting.
The system stops the car completely using friction brakes.If you lift away the foot completely the regen is at one fixed level. This can't be adjusted.
Exterior
The Rolls-Royce Spectre, with dimensions of 5475 mm in length, 2017 mm in width, and 1573 mm in height, falls into the F-segment, also known as luxury cars.
The Rolls-Royce Spectre is available in 8 paint colors, including several metallic finishes.
You can select from multiple wheel designs, all available in the same size, on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. The available tire and wheel combinations include:
- 255/50 tires on 23" rims front and 275/40 tires on 23" rims rear
The car has two suicide doors and a bootlid in the rear.
Soft close is standard on the side doors.
Powered side doors are standard.
There is only one roof option for this model.
A conventional roof is standard.
Privacy glass from the B-pillar rearward is optional. It reduces glare and solar heat.
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Interior
Seats
The seat layout is the two seats in front and two seats in the rear.
First Row Seats
The Rolls-Royce Spectre offers a single type of front seat.
The standard seat offers:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Recline adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Height adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Seat cushion angle adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Heating
- Memory
- Adjustable lumbar support (electrically adjustable)
- Backrest side-bolster adjustment (optional)
- Ventilation (optional)
- Massage (optional)
Available in:
- Beige Nappa leather upholstering
- Brown Nappa leather upholstering
- Brown Nappa leather upholstering
- Beige Nappa leather upholstering
- Black Nappa leather upholstering
- Black Nappa leather upholstering
- Red Nappa leather upholstering
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Second-Row Seats
For the second row, this model has twin executive seats.
Additional second-row features include:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Recline adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Heating (optional)
- Adjustable thigh support
- Ventilation
- Massage
- Leg support for passenger
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Interior Storage
The Rolls-Royce Spectre has the following interior storage:
- Center Console: A storage compartment is located beneath the front center armrest.
- Door Pockets: The front doors include integrated storage pockets.
Interior Lighting
The Rolls-Royce Spectre offers several interior lighting options.
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- Multicolor Ambient Lighting: Extends across the door panels, with selectable colors.
- Multicolor Footwell Lighting: Illuminates the footwells with selectable colors.
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Climate System
There is one climate system available:
- 4-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures for the driver, passenger, and two separate passengers in the back seat.
A standard heat pump reduces heating energy use in cold weather.
Comfort Features
The Rolls-Royce Spectre includes the following comfort features:
- Garage Door Opener: Built-in control for compatible garage doors and gates.
User Interface and Control
The control interface of the Rolls-Royce Spectre combines physical buttons, steering column stalks, and touchscreen displays.
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- A touchscreen sits at the top of the center console.
An optional head-up display projects key driving information such as speed and navigation cues onto the windshield.
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Steering Wheel
The Rolls-Royce Spectre is equipped with a single type of steering wheel:
The steering wheel adjusts for tilt and reach. The adjustment is electrically powered.
The standard easy-entry function retracts the steering wheel automatically when entering or exiting the vehicle.
Design: Circular
Controls: Physical buttons, Scroll wheels
Heating: Available as an option
From the steering wheel you can control:
- Infotainment: Steering-wheel controls provide access to media and infotainment functions.
- Phone Controls: Buttons on the steering wheel allow you to answer, end, and manage phone calls.
- Cruise Control: A stalk or button on the steering wheel allows you to set and adjust the cruise control speed.
Mirrors
Both the exterior and interior mirrors use conventional mirror technology to provide a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
Voice control is standard.
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Navigation System
The built-in navigation system uses detailed maps and offers advanced route planning. It provides real-time traffic information to support an efficient and stress-free journey.
Phone Mirroring
The Rolls-Royce Spectre supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, providing access to compatible phone apps such as Google Maps and Waze on the car's display.
Sound System
You can choose between two sound systems for the Rolls-Royce Spectre:
- Harman Kardon Surround Sound system: The system has 18 speakers and a maximum output of 655 watts.
- Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system: The system has 30 speakers and a maximum output of 1615 watts.
The model includes USB-C connectivity as standard (total: 6).
Mobile App
The Rolls-Royce Spectre has a mobile app for Android and iOS to manage and monitor the vehicle remotely. Features:
- Locate Your Vehicle: Check the current location of your car.
- Preconditioning: Preheat or cool your car before you start your journey.
- Lock and unlock: Lock or unlock the doors remotely.
- Scheduled Charging: Set a charging schedule.
- Charge Target: Set the battery's target state of charge.
- Route Planning: Plan your route and send it directly to your car's navigation system.
Lights
You can choose between two types of headlights for the Rolls-Royce Spectre.
- Standard Headlights: These use LED technology and include corner lights that illuminate the side when turning.
- LED Matrix Headlights with Laser Technology: Also available as an option, these headlights combine the adaptive features of the LED Matrix system with laser technology for enhanced brightness and range. The light controller can activate or deactivate individual rays to optimize lighting and avoid dazzling oncoming traffic. It includes corner lights that illuminate the side when turning.
The taillights use LED technology.
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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
The Rolls-Royce Spectre offers standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Safety Systems
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Standard on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. It prevents the wheels from locking during braking.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. It improves stability during sudden maneuvers and on slippery roads.
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA): Standard on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. It applies steering corrections if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
The Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA): Optional on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. It detects vehicles approaching from the side while reversing out of a parking space or driveway.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW): Optional on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. It warns the driver of a potential frontal collision.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): Standard on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. It applies the brakes automatically if the driver does not respond to an imminent collision.
Automatic Emergency Steering (AES): Optional on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. The system can steer automatically to help avoid an imminent collision.
Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM): Optional on the Rolls-Royce Spectre. It detects traffic in the vehicle's blind spots.
Driving Automation
The standard Driving Assistant Professional SAE Level 2 system includes the following driving automation features:
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Lane Centering Assist (LCA) / AutoSteer: Centers the vehicle in its lane and adjusts speed in traffic. The driver must keep their hands on the steering wheel and remain attentive.
- Automatic parking (optional)
Safety
The Rolls-Royce Spectre is equipped with the following airbags:
- Front airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side curtain airbags for both the first and second rows
- Side airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side airbags for the second-row passengers
The front and rear seatbelts are equipped with pyrotechnic pretensioners and load limiters. In the event of a collision, the pretensioners tighten the seatbelts to secure occupants firmly in their seats, while the load limiters allow a controlled amount of webbing to extend, reducing the risk of injury from excessive force.
Security and Access Technologies
The Rolls-Royce Spectre includes the following security and access features:
- Keyless Entry and Start: Unlock and start the car with the key in your pocket or bag.
- Phone-as-Key Functionality: The optional phone-as-key feature lets you use your smartphone to unlock and start the vehicle.
- Alarm System: Monitors for unauthorized entry or tampering and sounds the alarm when triggered.
Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability
The trunk offers a cargo capacity of 500 liters (17.7 cu ft).
The maximum permitted vehicle weight is 3400 kg (7496 lbs), and the base curb weight is 2890 kg (6371 lbs). This leaves a payload of 510 kg (1124 lbs), including occupants. Options can increase curb weight and reduce payload.
This model is not available with a towbar and cannot tow a trailer.
Availability & Pricing
This model had a world premiere on 10/18/2022, and deliveries started in December 2023. This model has now been discontinued.
This model has been replaced by [Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II](/models/rolls-royce/spectre/spectre_series_ii/).
Pricing
Pricing may vary depending on local conditions, incentives, and promotions. Below are the starting prices for select countries:
- $400,000 (USA)