Video Summary
The Rolls-Royce Spectre is the marque's first full-electric vehicle, while retaining classic design elements and improving aerodynamics to .25 coefficient of drag. The design features chrome grill, Rolls-Royce branding, and the Spirit of Ecstasy. It has 23-inch wheels, and a distinct green paint that can be customized. Mirrors are auto-dimming with power folding.The car is massive; over 226 inches. It is as large as a Chevy Tahoe or Suburban. All active safety features are included.
The door design is unique to Rolls Royce. The car interior features high-quality leather, and the starlight door trim. While the power column mounted shifter feels cheap to the touch. All is as expected. The tester model has a 54.9 decibel, at 55mph.
The 102-kWh battery delivers 266-291 miles of EPA Range. A DC fast charge is 34 minutes, AC charging is 5.5 hours. The starting price is $420,000 with tested model as seen here, at $558,700.
The car's ride quality is ultimate smoothness, with road noise nearly non-existent. It is still very easy to handle. All in all, electrification makes sense for Rolls-Royce.
