Visually, little has changed for the Rolls Royce Spectre Series II, with the key developments taking place under the skin. The two electric motors have been uprated, now producing 593bhp and 749lb-ft (1,015Nm) in their standard form. The Black Badge performance variant increases this to 671bhp and a maximum of 811lb-ft (1,100Nm) with launch control – known as Spirited Mode – activated. Despite the additional output, the 0-62mph time of 4.3 seconds remains identical to the original Black Badge, as does the 155mph top speed.

As before, Black Badge Spectres feature revised dampers that reduce squatting when accelerating, a unique roll stabilisation system and recalibrated steering to provide greater stability and feedback when exploring the upper reaches of the power reserve dial. An enlarged battery sits within the 3,012mm wheelbase, now boasting a 112.4kWh capacity. This boosts the maximum WLTP driving range to 390 miles between charges, and despite the maximum DC input remaining at 195kW, improved cell technology has reduced the 10-80% rapid charge time down to 28 minutes.

2026 Rolls Royce Spectre Series 2 - new wheel design detail

While many models entering their fourth year of production receive a notable styling overhaul, the imposing styling of the large electric coupé appears unchanged at first glance. The long bonnet and Pantheon Grille with an aerodynamically-optimised Spirit of Ecstasy remain the same, as do the lights, bumpers and body panels. A closer look reveals a new set of 23-inch forged alloys, with each wheel being hand-polished for six hours before being fitted to the Spectre’s axles. Range-topping Black Badge models get the option of matte black exterior trim elements, leaving only the grille vanes with a polished finish. The performance variant also gains a new seven-spoke wheel design with glass flakes in the paintwork to make them sparkle in sunlight.

The interior sees revised dashboard design, with the instrument display and central infotainment screen appearing to merge seamlessly into each other. The only interruption comes from the new clock that sits between the central display and the illuminated passenger side gallery, with the timepiece featuring cast metal hands and a minimalist design to improve legibility. This sits above an illuminated Spirit of Ecstasy made from stainless steel. A new fabric upholstery option called Duality Twill is made of bamboo, and incorporates up to 10 miles of thread and 2.6 million stitches.

2026 Rolls Royce Spectre Series 2 - dashboard
2026 Rolls Royce Spectre Series 2 - open door, starlight and placed perforation detailing

For cars with a leather interior, Placed Perforation allows patterns to be created in the upper seat sections with 73,138 perforations measuring 0.8mm, 1.0mm and 1.2mm respectively. This can be extended to the door cards and backlit if so desired. As you’d expect, the cabin of the Spectre can be individually tailored and customised to each owner’s desires through the Rolls-Royce Bespoke programme – something which has seen a strong uptake on the two-door coupé.

All in all, the Series II may look similar to the model that launched four years ago, but with an extra 21bhp and 18lb-ft (25Nm), 61 miles driving range, 10.4kWh battery capacity, 73,138 leather perforations or 10 miles of bamboo – alongside a 6 minute reduction in rapid charging times, the incremental gains have added up. The new Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II is available to configure and order now with prices beginning north of £300,000, and deliveries expected to commence in late 2026.

2026 Rolls Royce Spectre Series 2 - side profile