The most powerful Rolls-Royce 'Black Badge Spectre' revealed..EV 659 horsepower
Feb 19, 2025
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The high-performance version of the Rolls-Royce pure electric model Spectre, another ego, the Black Badge Spectre, has an overwhelming performance of 659 horsepower (485 kW) and a maximum torque of 1,075 Nm. Developed to carefully reflect the needs of Black Badge customers with bold personality and original vision, the vehicle offers bold exterior finishes, vibrant interior details and innovative Bespoke options that are showcased for the first time.
Rolls-Royce collected anonymized driving data from some customers and quantitatively analyzed them over hundreds of thousands of kilometers to reflect real-world customer experiences in the philosophy of black media during engineering. Results show that Black Badge customers tend to utilize maximum output more often in short moments than in long-distance travel. This was the result of demonstrating that Rolls-Royce's approach was appropriate, and based on this analysis, the most powerful Rolls-Royce tailored to the bold disposition of Black Badge customers was born.
The Black Badge Spectre is a model created by combining engineering technology to implement uncompromising performance unique to the Black Badge, customer feedback, and analysis of customers' driving styles, said Dr. Bernhard Dressler, engineering director of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.
In addition, "Since our internal development, we have produced a small amount of black badge spectators in top secret for some customers who want to experience the vehicle as soon as possible. They said they were highly satisfied with Rolls-Royce's engineering response and were able to confirm once again the close relationship between the brand and its customers.
Two modes that fully utilize powerful output and black badge chassis engineering
Black badge customers who go beyond traditional rules and customs seek bold dynamism and uncompromising experiences, and to meet them, the black badge spectacle is equipped with strong performance, immediate response, and precise engineering technology.
The Black Badge Spectre fully utilizes powerful outputs with two innovative modes inspired by Rolls-Royce's legendary Merlin aircraft engine. The first is "Infinity Mode," which is a tribute to the Infinity symbol, the symbol of Rolls-Royce, and when activated by pressing the ∞ button of the steering wheel, it provides a maximum output of 659 horsepower and an immediate pedal response.
The second is "Spirited Mode" where the driver can experience immediate acceleration. When you activate this feature by pressing the brake and accelerator at the same time, haptic and visual reactions occur. After that, when the foot is removed from the brake, the torque is instantaneously increased to 1,075 Nm, and it exerts an explosive acceleration that reaches 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds from rest.
Also, Rolls-Royce's chassis experts have made several changes to help customers more confidently enjoy the overwhelming performance of Black G Spectre. First, it increases the weight of the steering, adjusts the roll stabilization function to provide more intuitive feedback, and reduces body rolling during cornering.
In addition, the improved damper increases body control, minimizing the phenomenon of hearing the front of the body and tilting the back of the body during acceleration or deceleration. This provides a more immersive driving experience while achieving a perfect balance with Rolls-Royce's unique smooth operation and "Magic Carpet Ride" ride.
Rolls-Royce will present its original 'Vapour Violet' exterior finish for the first time with the announcement of the Black Badge Spectre. The color, which blends dark black and purple, was inspired by the neon colors of club culture in the 1980s and 1990s.
Applying the contrasting 'Iced Black' color bonnet gives a more intense impression. Customers can choose and combine colors from 44,000 Rolls Royce Bespoke color palettes, or collaborate with Bespoke designers to develop their own exclusive colors.
In addition, a 'waft' coachline option that highlights the lower part of the vehicle is added to the existing shoulder and fender coachline options to further enhance the dignified shape and generous proportion of the black badge spectacle. The newly introduced 23-inch 5-spoke forged aluminum wheel is available in a partial gloss or all-black finish, and its sophisticated geometric shape subtly reveals the complex techniques and powerful performance hidden in the vehicle.
The black mirror gloss finish unique to the black badge model is applied to pantheon grille, statue of jubilation, double R badge, door handle, side window frame, bumper accent, etc., revealing the dark and intense nature of the vehicle.
On the front, a new 'illuminated grill backplate' has been applied to further emphasize Rolls Royce's iconic Illuminated Pantheon grill. The Illuminated Grill Backplate is available in Tailored Purple, Charles Blue, Chartreuse and Posey Yellow colors and is designed to be tailored to the exterior color of the vehicle, coachline and interior atmosphere.
The colorful lighting outside the vehicle can be extended indoors through the newly developed Illuminated Black Badge Tread Plate, which comes in a total of 10 complementary colors.
Interior interior that embodies a strong inner resting place
If you board the Black Badge Spectre, you can immediately feel the intense atmosphere provided by the bold interior design. The Illuminated Fascia, an abstract expression of the Statue of Joy, has been added to the Infinity symbol, which is a symbol of the black badge and a pioneer spirit that goes beyond its limits. In the interior front, the Illuminated Fascia, 5,500 "stars" are embroidered in various sizes and brightness on a piano black background.
This complex craft technique is surrounded by a sophisticated technical fiber finish. This diamond-shaped weaving method is manufactured by combining carbon fibers and fine metal threads on black bolivaric wood. The metal thread is hand-arranged in a diamond pattern between the carbon fiber layers, thereby realizing a three-dimensional visual effect. After sandblast treatment, each part was coated with six layers of lacquer and the delicate hand finish maximized depth and clarity. The black badge Infinity symbol is also engraved with elaborate embroidery in the leather "waterfall" section that separates the rear seats.
Customers can customize instrument panel designs by selecting one of a total of five color themes, including Vivid Grellow, Neon Knights, Scientific Fire, UltraViolet, and Synth Wave, through the "SPIRIT" operating system on the vehicle.
This advanced digital architecture works perfectly with functions such as wireless charging and providing charging station information and vehicle management, as well as the Rolls Royce-only digital membership 'Wispers' app. This allows customers to interact remotely with the vehicle and receive real-time information carefully selected by brand luxury experts. Chris Brownridge, CEO of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said, "The Black Badge Spectre is the most powerful vehicle introduced by Rolls-Royce and has focused on customers' desire for bold expression since the beginning of its development." He continued, "Rolls-Royce engineers have completed a model with uncompromising characters based on data analysis, qualitative feedback, and a deep understanding of black badges. In addition, designers and artisans expressed the individuality of the black badge more clearly through elaborate details and modern crafts."
Reporter Kim Hyung-joon hj.kim@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
