DRIVING THE ROLLS-ROYCE SPECTRE! WILL ELECTRIC AND ROLLS MATCH? REVIEW

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The Rolls-Royce Spectre marks a significant entry into the electric vehicle market for the luxury marque, aiming to blend electrification with the brand's signature opulence and refinement. The reviewer highlights its impressive exterior design, noting the widest grille ever on a Rolls-Royce and aerodynamic enhancements. Inside, the Spectre offers a lavish experience with its signature Starlight Headliner and meticulous attention to detail, though the reviewer points out that the infotainment system, while functional and based on BMW architecture, is not as driver-focused as in other modern vehicles. The driving experience is described as exceptionally smooth, silent, and comfortable, with the all-wheel-drive system and rear-axle steering contributing to surprising agility for its size and weight. However, the Spectre's real-world range is estimated around 400 km (250 miles) in mixed conditions, with a notable consumption of 27 kWh/100km. A key point of critique is the continued use of animal-skin materials for seating, which the reviewer suggests is less comfortable and less modern than the vegan alternatives found in competitors like the BMW 7 Series, a platform it shares some underpinnings with. Despite this, the reviewer concludes that electric power perfectly complements the Rolls-Royce philosophy of effortless, silent luxury, making the Spectre a fitting and successful evolution for the brand.