Lately, Rolls-Royce has launched a series of Black Badge models geared toward updating the stalwart luxury brand’s image with a younger and sporty demeanor and a darker color palette. Now the primary electric Rolls-Royce—the Spectre coupe—is getting the Black Badge treatment.
Rolls claims it’s probably the most powerful production automobile it’s ever sold—gasoline or electric. That is because of a retuned version of the Spectre’s dual-motor powertrain, which is now rated at 659 hp and 792 lb-ft of torque. Those are increases of 75 hp and 128 lb-ft over the usual Spectre.
Full power is unlocked via Infinity Mode, which also sharpens accelerator response, but Rolls-Royce also created a Spirited Mode launch mode that permits the Spectre Black Badge to speed up from 0-60 mph in 4.1 seconds, in accordance with the automaker.
Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge
Spirited Mode is activated by fully depressing the accelerator and brake pedals, then releasing the brake, making it somewhat just like the launch modes available in other high-power EVs. Such a feature may appear a bit out of character for the stately Rolls brand, however the automaker claims that a review of anonymized data voluntary provided by current Spectre owners showed a desire for such a feature, impart because drivers tended to make use of max power mainly briefly bursts.
Other mechanical changes include retuned steering with a heavier feel, and suspension that goals for higher body control and reduced squat under acceleration. It’s unclear how these changes will affect EPA range, which currently sits at 291 miles. That is achieved with a 102-kwh battery pack, making the Spectre surprisingly efficient for a gilded luxury automobile—making 260 EPA-rated miles out of 102 kwh.
The Black Badge treatment also brings darkened chrome trim and 23-inch wheels on the skin, which within the press photos is matched by brooding Vapour Violet paint. Customers could have access to the everyday large catalog of paint options, though, and even multiple colours for the automobile’s illuminated grille.
Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge
Inside, an elaborate interior motif consisting of 5,500 individual lighting elements is sprinkled across the dashboard and door panels, set against a piano black backdrop to provide the impression of an evening sky. It’s paired with what Rolls-Royce calls Technical Fibre, comprised of woven carbon fiber and metal over a wood base.
Such decadence is currently rare amongst EVs, but obligatory for a Rolls-Royce. The Spectre likely won’t be the ultra-luxury brand’s only electric model for long, as Rolls can be reportedly planning an electrical SUV and sedan.
This Article First Appeared At www.greencarreports.com
