Rolls-Royce (BMW.DE) lifts Spectre EV range 18%, adds Tesla port, as luxury rivals retreat

Rolls-Royce on June 2, 2026, launched the Spectre Series II, an updated luxury EV with 390 miles of range — up 18% — and a native Tesla NACS port, as high-end competitors like Lamborghini and Bentley scale back electric plans. The model also cuts charging time 14% and delivers just under 600 hp, with a Black Badge variant reaching 670 hp, the most powerful Rolls-Royce ever. The Spectre was the brand’s second-best-selling model globally last year, buoyed by quiet propulsion and deep customization. New interior options include a bamboo-derived Duality Twill and leather with 78,138 precision-cut holes, reflecting bespoke demand that drives margins. Rolls-Royce says Spectre customization volume now trails only the Phantom. Lamborghini recently shelved its luxury EV, Bentley pushed its electric timeline, and Aston Martin’s plans remain uncertain, while Ferrari proceeds with its $640,000 Luce EV. The Spectre’s combination of traditional Rolls-Royce design cues and electric power has made it a rare sales success in a cooling high-end EV market.