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Rolls-Royce Cullinan Keys to a New Generation of Luxury SUVs
Rolls-Royce has long produced luxurious vehicles for the wealthy who want to drive into the sunset and travel the world in complete comfort. Cullinan is the brand's newest SUV is designed to draw wealthy customers away from their Range Rovers or Bentaygas.
Its innovative architecture, technology, and design deliver an iconic design, unmatched space and usability and unparalleled off-road and on-road capabilities.
All Over Effortless
The Rolls-Royce Cullinan is designed for people who see travel as an art form and a way of life. It should be as simple to drive on and off-road as it is on a road roadway. The brand's new SUV, described as the "first all-terrain Rolls-Royce," makes that possibility a reality. Its unique features reflect a heritage that is founded on perfection and mastery.
Cullinan does not care about bumps and imperfections. Its supple suspension makes the road feel like a smooth carpet.
During our test drive of the Cullinan We drove it off-road on gravel and mud, and on paved roads with potholes and other imperfections. The car's all-wheel drive and large wheels let it conquer difficult terrain with ease. It even has a suspension with low-riding that raises the body above the surface to allow it to crawl over rocks and other obstacles without harming the bottom.
The Cullinan comes with a range of modern technologies to make owner's journeys less stressful. The SUV comes with forward-collision warnings with automatic emergency brakes, night vision, vision assist, a camera system to help you park or drive in tight spots with adaptive cruise control, as well as warnings for lane departure. It has a WiFi Hotspot, navigation and an industry-leading Head-Up Display.
The Cullinan also boasts the type of solid construction quality that a wealthy person would expect. Every knob, switch, or touchpoint feels as if it could last a thousand years. At that point it may only require a little spit in order to keep functioning. Its cabin is decked out in chrome, wood, and leather -- with the Spirit of Ecstasy looking down on the driver and passengers from a high perch above the dashboard.
While the Cullinan's cabin is equipped with cutting-edge technology, it's lacking some of the gizmos that younger drivers may want. It's not equipped with the kinds of driver aids that provide lane-keeping and semi-autonomous highway driving or the type of connected gizmos becoming more common in cars.
Clasp
One touch and a name like 'Everywhere' by engineers from Rolls-Royce - is all it is needed to unleash Cullinan's unbeatable off-road capabilities. The Keylab lets the driver finesse the SUV's self-leveling air suspension to take on every bump and rut along the way, while the prop shaft and drive shaft ensure that all 850Nm of torque is delivered to the rear and front wheels at precisely the right moment.
Cullinan, the first Rolls-Royce that has a tailgate and rear doors that open in a similar manner to pickup trucks, is the first Rolls-Royce to have a tailgate. The design creates an SUV with an appearance that is three-box. It also opens up an area for cargo that provides 21 cubic feet of space with the rear seats up, with the floor positioned lower than the bottom of the seatbacks to help keep items from slipping around.
The main cabin of the Rolls-Royce Cullinan provides a more practical approach to luxury than what has been seen in the production Rolls-Royce car. For example, the rear passengers are higher than those in the front, which means they have an unobstructed view of the world outside of their vehicle. The layout can be configured to suit various requirements, with the standard rear bench offering an 80/20/40 split, as well as folding seatbacks that can be folded for more flexibility.
To enhance the practical layout, the rear-view mirrors have been reshaped and subdued in appearance, and the Rolls-Royce badge is placed on a smaller pedestal separate from the number plate housing with just a thin strip of jewelry to add some flair. The rear lights are likewise utilitarian, with two narrow upright units housing the lights and only a single strip of jewellery at their centre.
Cullinan Beyond the obvious advantages of the more practical layout, is the most family-friendly Rolls-Royce ever. The rear bench can be configured to accommodate three people. The panoramic roof is standard and offers plenty of space to spread out. The Immersive Seating configuration lets drivers enjoy their surroundings in a comfortable setting, encased in the finest leather. A whisky decanter and Champagne cooler can be positioned in the central console to increase the feeling of luxury.
The Rear Passenger Compartment
The Cullinan is an Rolls-Royce that's unlike any before it. It's large, extravagant and opens up the brand to a whole new generation of customers who will happily drive it in places that other luxury SUVs might shy away from. Jackson Hole in Wyoming, where the SUV is built could be one of them.
From the side, the vertical lines running from the front doors, down to the raised bonnet edge and into the metal skid plate provide a confident sense intent for an SUV ready to conquer the world. In addition, the large wheels and the slim roofline create an impressively tall stance that conveys a strong character.
Rolls-Royce engineers designed a unique design that blends an elegant interior with unbeatable off-road capabilities and uncompromising comfort. In the process, they have crafted an automobile that is both practical and truly iconic.
The passengers seated in the rear are able to enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding area through the huge glass surface of the world's most renowned panoramic glass roof. If they'd like to know their current location in the world, the rear touchscreen map allows them to zero in on it.
A major feature is that both of the back seat backs in the rear can fold down, allowing for ample cargo space. One press of the button allows them to drop effortlessly without compromising the seat cushion. They can be divided into a 2/3 or 1/3 configuration to increase the practicality of the car.
The design of the Rolls-Royce coach doors allow occupants to enter and exit comfortably, with their legs shielded from dirt. This allows occupants to step aboard without scrubbing their pants and muddy, but will also ensure that whatever they're carrying - such as a Mark Rothko canvas, for instance - will be protected.
After entering, the passengers can toast their success by sipping a whisky from of the bottle holder hidden behind the front seats. When they're relaxed you can sink into the heated and massaged rear seats, and use the additional neck, shoulder and leg rests.
The Glass Partition
The Cullinan, with a starting price of $325,000 is unlike any other vehicle that has left the Goodwood factory of Rolls-Royce in its 114-year-old history. It's not just that it comes with all-wheel drive, a button marked "Off Road," or usable ride height (Rolls-Royce has long-standing overland traditions that go back to T.E. Lawrence's 1914 armoured car). No, it's because this SUV was built to be a family car that is intended to be driven by owners rather than left in the hands of a chauffeur.
It's also the first SUV with an enclosed rear compartment that can seat three people in comfort and still leave enough space for luggage and equipment. It also offers a range of immersive seating options, including massage chairs in the rear and the center console is able to be fitted with a whisky decanter, glasses, or a champagne cooler and two Rolls-Royce champagne flutes.
But it's the Spirit of Ecstasy that really makes this Rolls-Royce in a different league to the Range Rovers and Bentaygas that have been competing for ultra-rich buyers' attention lately. The hood ornament rises and lowers with the Cullinan and lets everyone know that this isn't an ordinary SUV.
I'm also impressed by the level of restraint Rolls-Royce has demonstrated in its cabin. While some companies are saturating their cabins with layers of technology, Cullinan's center stack has an easy and clean display that resembles traditional gauges.
One of the biggest modifications from previous Rolls-Royce models is the use of box-grain leather. This type of leather is made by pressing a metal frame into the hide and then applying lacquer, which results in an inky-black finish that is durable and more robust than the smooth leather found in other luxury vehicles.
The Cullinan is an SUV that has all the characteristics that make them so well-known. However, it has a few disadvantages. It's absurd to spend that much on an SUV even if it is as well-equipped as this one. If you want to buy a Cullinan it's likely that you'll have to sell a few pieces of art or skip your summer vacation in Nice.