Rolls-Royce unveils its first all-electric model, Spectre, in Seoul

The British luxury automobile maker selects S.Korea as first country to showcase Spectre in Asia-Pacific region

(Courtesy of Rolls-Royce)
(Courtesy of Rolls-Royce)
Yong-Hyun Shin 1
2023-06-16 14:01:02 yonghyun@hankyung.com
Automobiles

Rolls-Royce has unveiled Spectre, the brand's first all-electric model, on Friday in Seoul for the first time in the Asia-Pacific region.

The exterior of the Spectre is reminiscent of the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe. The roofline flows seamlessly from roof to rear, creating an elegant side silhouette. The front features the widest grille and split headlights ever, emphasizing the Spectre's majestic size and two-meter wheelbase.

The cabin features a digital non-spoke instrument cluster, a first for Rolls-Royce. Called “Spirit”, the digital features manage car functions and interact remotely with the Rolls-Royce Whispers application.

The electric drive in the Spectre delivers explosive propulsion, power and instant torque. Peak output reaches 430 kW and maximum torque 91. 8 kg.m. Acceleration from rest to 100 km/h takes 4.5 seconds.

(Courtesy of Rolls-Royce)
(Courtesy of Rolls-Royce)

"We are delighted to bring the most anticipated model in Rolls-Royce Motor Cars history to South Korea for the first time in the region," said Irene Nikkein, Regional Head of Asia Pacific, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. "Spectre represents the bold electrification of Rolls-Royce's future, contemporary design combined with the essence of true engineering and an effortless super-luxury experience," she said.

"South Korea is one of the fastest growing countries in the world and one of Rolls-Royce's most important markets, with the highest number of pre-orders for Spectre in the Asia-Pacific region," she added.

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