Rolls-Royce has revealed the Series II update for its Spectre large electric coupe with more power and torque, an 18 per cent longer driving range, 14 per cent faster charging and even more personalisation options than before. Originally revealed in 2022, the Spectre is the brand’s first electric vehicle and has been a massive commercial success, sitting in second place in Rolls-Royce’s global sales only below the Cullinan large SUV.

The biggest upgrade for the Series II version of the Spectre is new battery cell technology, which comes from parent company BMW. The new ‘Gen 6’ cells are the same fitted to the updated BMW i7, which have boosted range and charging speed thanks to greater energy density and better cooling than before.

As such, Rolls-Royce claims that the Spectre Series II’s range has been increased by 18 per cent to 628km and it charges 14 per cent faster than the previous model, allowing for a 10-80 per cent charge in under 30 minutes.

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As before, both the standard Spectre and sportier Spectre Black Badge exist and both are more powerful now. The Spectre produces 442kW of power and 1015Nm of torque, with the more powerful Black Badge now rated at 500kW and 1100Nm.

In addition to changes under the skin, the Spectre Series II introduces even more personalisation options for buyers to choose from. A new ‘Ethereal Blue’ colour has been developed solely for the Spectre, while new 23-inch forged alloy wheels and an iced black exterior package are also now available on the Black Badge model.

On the inside, a “significantly expanded” palette of colour options is also now available to choose from, including a new ‘Duality Twill’ trim, which is a rayon fabric made from bamboo and is embroidered with an artistic ‘Duality’ graphic. ‘Placed Perforation’ leather is also available for the Spectre Series II, where precision-cut patterns are created to reveal unique artworks using 78,138 perforations in three different sizes: 0.8 mm, 1.0 mm and 1.2 mm.

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There’s also a new high gloss ‘Brindled Walnut’ veneer option that’s sealed with a lacquer infused with a powder of glass flakes, while the ‘Interior Panel’ and ‘Clock Gallery’ now span the entire width of the fascia, joined by a new illuminated artwork.

Australian timing and pricing for the Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II is yet to be announced, though the current model is priced from $800,000 plus on-road costs.