Even Rolls‑Royce has not stood apart from the wave of EV markdowns. The British marque is offering a $5,000 discount on 2025–2026 Spectre models when leased, a move that replaces the now‑expired $7,500 federal EV tax credit that previously applied to vehicles in the United States.

Given the Spectre’s $422,000 starting price, the reduction reads more like a gesture than a game‑changer—roughly the price of a single option in the configurator. Still, the maker from Goodwood chose to align with the broader market rhythm. The promotion runs through the end of November and is paired with financing of about 4.6% APR.

In production since 2023, the electric Spectre carries a 120‑kWh battery and delivers 577 hp in standard form or 650 hp in the Black Badge. Range is up to 428 km, and with that peak output, it stands as the most powerful Rolls‑Royce in the brand’s history.

Set against other premium names, the stance is conservative: Maserati is offering up to $50,000 off the GranTurismo Folgore, while Aston Martin is cutting prices despite not having EVs. For Rolls‑Royce, though, symbolism outweighs sales volume.

The brand isn’t chasing customers, and $5,000 for its clientele looks more like courtesy than persuasion. Yet the very presence of a discount signals that even the top tier isn’t insulated from the shifting EV landscape—where timing and financing terms often say as much as the sticker itself.