A few months ago Rolls-Royce decided to stop the rumors and announce to the world that it is in the process of producing its first electric coupe, the Spectre EV. It was a historic step forward for the company that announced the electric novelty earlier through the 102EX and 103EX concepts.
Specter is expected in the second half of this year, and Rolls-Royce is rapidly working on a replacement for the Wraith model without carbon emissions. The model has been spotted several times during testing when it was protected by camouflage, with the exception of just a few parts of the car.
Based on spy photos, the Russian magazine Kolesa made renderings that hint at the appearance of the Specter model, reminiscent of the modern version of the Wraith. However, Rolls-Royce does not think so. “It’s not in any way the successor of the Wraith. It’s a different proposition for our clients. It will feel very different, it will look very different. We will go from combustion engines straight into electric when we substitute certain positions in our portfolio,” and that is the way forward, “said Rolls-Royce CEO, Torsten Mueller-Oetvoes.
When it comes to powertrain, rumors say it will use electric motors from the upcoming BMW iX M60. It is powered by a two electric motors with a total power of 619 hp (455 kW) and 811 lb-ft (1,100 Nm) in Sport Mode with activated Launch Control and an M specific suspension set-up. It will reach 62 mph in 3.8 seconds with a maximum electronically limited speed of 155 mph (250 km / h).
Source: Kolesa
