Since its launch in 2018, the Cullinan SUV has turn out to be Rolls-Royce’s hottest model. Rolls is now applying some design and tech updates to make sure it stays that way.
The Rolls-Royce Cullinan Series II encompasses a refreshed exterior highlighted by tall vertical daytime running lights that frame the headlights and grille, which itself is now illuminated. The front bumper now bends downward as well, mixing with the running lights to create a line fully encircling the grille. Other changes include a trim line running along the edges of the Cullinan and a chrome steel piece between the exhaust outlets within the rear bumper.
The Cullinan Series II can be available with 23-inch wheels—a primary for the Cullinan—and is obtainable in Black Badge spec from launch. The Black Badge treatment brings darkened exterior trim, an option for carbon fiber interior trim, and a more full of life color palette.
Rolls-Royce Cullinan Series II
Inside, the dashboard now incorporates a miniature version of the Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament below the clock, in addition to the illuminated front-passenger fascia panel previously seen on the Ghost sedan and Spectre electric coupe. To make this, 7,000 dots are laser-etched onto security glass at different angles to create a perception of depth inside the flat dash panel.
For infotainment, the Cullinan switches to the Spirit operating system that debuted on the Spectre. Wifi connectivity and an 18-speaker audio system are included as well, together with an app called Whispers that lets owners send directions to the vehicle’s navigation system, remotely lock and unlock the doors, and track the vehicle’s location.
The Cullinan Series II also marks the debut of a brand new interior material Rolls-Royce calls Duality Twill, a material constructed from bamboo sourced from a grove on the Mediterranean Côte d’Azur neighboring Rolls-Royce founder Sir Henry Royce’s onetime winter home. A full interior made with this fabric can incorporate as much as 2.2 million stitches with 11 miles of thread and takes 20 hours to finish, based on the automaker.
Rolls-Royce Cullinan Series II
Unchanged is the twin-turbocharged 6.7-liter V-12, which drives all 4 wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission. This engine makes as much as 591 hp and 663 pound-feet of torque in Black Badge models, which even have model-specific throttle and transmission calibration geared toward livelier acceleration.
Expect the Cullinan Series II to start out deliveries later this yr as a 2025 model. It should be followed by an updated Ghost Series II, which should arrive next yr.
This Article First Appeared At www.motorauthority.com
