Rolls-Royce Cullinan Keys to a New Generation of Luxury SUVs
Rolls-Royce has been producing luxurious cars for those that want to drive off into the sunset and travel the world in complete comfort. Cullinan the company's latest SUV, is designed to lure wealthy people away from their Range Rovers or Bentaygas.
Its brand new architecture and technology provide iconic design, unbeatable space and usability, as also peerless on-road and off-road capability.
All Over Effortless
The Rolls-Royce Cullinan is designed for people who see travel as an art form and a way of life. This means that it has to be as easy off-road as a highway. The latest SUV from the brand, called "the first all-terrain Rolls-Royce," brings this possibility to life. Its innovative features speak to a legacy of perfection and excellence.
The Cullinan doesn't just absorb bumps and imperfections, it ignores them altogether. Its soft suspension makes the road feel like a smooth carpet.
During our test driving experience with the Cullinan, we took it off-road on dirt and gravel, as well as on roads that are paved, but with potholes and other imperfections. The car's all wheel drive and large wheels let it tackle difficult terrain with confidence. It has a low-riding, suspension system that allows it to traverse over rocks and obstacles without causing damage to its bottom.
The Cullinan is equipped with a wide range of cutting-edge technologies that make the driver's journeys more comfortable. The SUV has forward-collision warnings, automatic emergency brakes, night vision and vision assist and a surround-view camera system that is helpful when driving or parking in tight spaces caused by the Cullinan's size and features adaptive cruise control and lane-departure alerts. It also has a WiFi hotspot, navigation and a head-up display that is a class-leader in the industry.
The Cullinan also comes with the type of solid construction quality that a wealthy person would expect. Every switch, knob, and touchpoint feels like it's been designed to last for a thousand years at which point it may just need a little sweat to keep it functioning. The interior is decorated with leather, wood, and chrome. The Spirit of Ecstasy sits high above the dashboard, looking at the passengers and the driver.
While the Cullinan's cabin is equipped with cutting-edge technology, it's missing certain gizmos younger drivers may desire. It's not equipped with the kinds of driver aids that offer lane-keeping and semi-autonomous highway driving or the type of connected gadgets that are becoming standard in more automobiles.
Clasp
One push of the button and a name like 'Everywhere' by Rolls-Royce engineers is all it takes to unleash Cullinan's peerless off-road capability. The driver can fine-tune the SUV's air suspension to take on any bumps and ruts that may occur along the route. In addition, the drive and propel shafts ensure that all 850Nm is sent to the front and rear wheels exactly at the right moment.
Cullinan is the first Rolls-Royce to feature a tailgate. The rear doors opening in a manner similar as pickup trucks. The design creates an SUV with the appearance of three boxes. 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 keep items from slipping around.
The main cabin of the Rolls-Royce Cullinan is more practical than any Rolls-Royce production vehicle before. For instance, rear passengers sit higher than those in front, which means they will have a better view of the world from their vehicle. The layout can be configured to suit different needs as well as the standard rear bench providing a 40/20/40 split and folding seatbacks that can be folded for more flexibility.
The rear-view mirrors were reshaped to fit in with the utilitarian design. The Rolls-Royce badge was mounted on a smaller pedestal, separated from the numberplate housing with a thin stripe jewellery for decoration. The rear lights are likewise utilitarian, with two small upright units that house the lights and a single strip of jewellery at their centre.
Cullinan, beyond the obvious benefits of a more practical layout, is also the most accommodating Rolls-Royce for families ever. The rear bench can be set to accommodate three people. The open-air roof is standard and gives plenty of room to stretch out. The Immersive Seating configuration allows drivers to enjoy their surroundings in luxury, encased in the finest leather. A champagne decanter and whisky cooler can be positioned in the central console to enhance the sense of luxury.
The compartment for rear passengers
The Cullinan is an Rolls-Royce that's both like and unlike the previous models. It's big, ostentatious and opens up the brand to a new set of customers who are willing to drive it in places which other luxury SUVs be reluctant to go. Jackson Hole in Wyoming, where the SUV is manufactured, might be one of them.
From the side, the vertical lines running from the front doors, down the raised bonnet edge, and into the skid plate made of metal provide a confident sense the purpose of an SUV that's ready to take on the world. The big wheels and the slim silhouette of the roofline give it an impressive stance that communicates a robust character.
Rolls-Royce engineers designed a unique design that blends an elegant interior with unbeatable off-road capabilities and uncompromising luxury. In doing so, they have crafted an automobile that is both practical and iconic.
rolls royce cullinan key TheKeyLab glazed area on the market's top panoramic glass roof lets passengers in the rear to enjoy a panoramic view of their surroundings. If they want to find their current location on the globe, they can simply zero in on themselves on the rear touchscreen map.
The seat backs in the rear can be folded down. This creates a large cargo space. A single press allows them to drop effortlessly without compromising the cushion. They can also be divided in a 2/3 and 1/3 configuration, enhancing the car's practicality even further.
When they arrive The passengers are able to get in and out of their Rolls-Royce in complete comfort with legs protected from dirt thanks to a layout that has both front and rear doors of the coach swathe low beneath the sill. This allows the passengers of the Rolls-Royce to enter and exit with ease and with their legs shielded from dirt, because of a design that wraps both the front and rear coach doors low under the sill.
After they're inside, guests can toast their accomplishments by sipping a whisky from the bottle holder which is tucked behind the front seats. When they're ready for to rest and want to relax, they can sit in the heated and massaged rear seats, and relax with the the adjustable neck- or shoulder-, as well as leg-rests.
The Glass Partition
The Cullinan with a base 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 armored vehicle). No, because this SUV was intended to be an ideal vehicle for families that was intended to be driven, not left with the chauffeur.
This makes it the first SUV to offer an interior passenger compartment that can seat three people comfortably and still allow enough space for luggage and equipment. It offers a variety of seating options that are incredibly comfortable, including back-seat massage chairs. The centre console can also be equipped with champagne coolers, two Rolls-Royce champagne flutes, or a whisky decanter.
The Spirit of Ecstasy is what is what sets this Rolls-Royce apart from Bentaygas and Range Rovers that have been in competition for the attention of ultra-wealthy customers in recent years. The hood ornament is an constant reminder that the Cullinan isn't your typical SUV.
I was also impressed with Rolls-Royce's restraint in its cabin. While some manufacturers are splattering their cabins with ever-deeper layers of technology, the Cullinan offers a simple and clean display at the top of the center stack that looks very similar to traditional gauges.
Box-grain leather is one of the most noticeable changes to the previous Rolls-Royce models. This type of leather is created by pressing a frame made of metal into the hide and then applying lacquer to create an inky-black finish that is durable and more durable than the smooth leather that is found in other luxury automobiles.
The Cullinan is an SUV that has all the features that make them so well-known. However, it has some flaws. Most significantly is that it's a ridiculous amount of money you can spend on an SUV, not even one with the luxury of this. If you're looking to buy a Cullinan you will need to sell some art or skip the summer in Nice.