Discover the upcoming Rolls‑Royce Cullinan electric SUV, featuring a bold new lighting signature, a fully electric powertrain and refined luxury. Learn more today.
Rolls‑Royce is entering a pivotal transformation with its flagship SUV, the Cullinan. Recent test drives across Europe hint at an all‑electric next generation that could become the most luxurious EV SUV on the market.
Design Evolution
Even though the prototype is heavily camouflaged, several design changes are evident. The boxy silhouette that defines the Cullinan remains, but details have been modernised. The front now sports a multi‑layer light cluster reminiscent of the Spectre, while the grille has been widened and flattened. The rear no longer shows any exhaust outlet, reinforcing the electric nature.
Side panels have been smoothed to improve aerodynamics—a factor previously less emphasized on the current Cullinan. The vertical LED taillights add a premium, cohesive look aligned with Rolls‑Royce’s new design language.
Powertrain & Battery
The upcoming Cullinan is expected to sit on a fully electric platform, likely sharing architecture with the Spectre – Rolls‑Royce’s first BEV. The brand has already proven that its signature “Magic Carpet Ride” can be delivered through an electric drivetrain.
Anticipated specifications include dual motors delivering permanent four‑wheel drive, ample power to move the heavyweight flagship, and a battery pack larger than the Spectre’s to guarantee the long range expected of a high‑end SUV. While acceleration will be brisk, Rolls‑Royce will likely keep performance hidden behind its hallmark smoothness and silence.
Market Position & Transition
Since its 2018 debut, the Cullinan has been a sales pillar for the marque. Launching an electric version signals that Rolls‑Royce will not sit on the sidelines of the luxury EV SUV race, where rivals such as Bentley and Mercedes‑Maybach are already advancing their own electrified models.
However, the company may retain the V12 option during a transition period, offering both internal‑combustion and electric variants side‑by‑side.
Future Outlook
International sources suggest the electric Cullinan could arrive toward the end of this decade. Exact specifications remain under wraps, but the move underlines a strategic shift: not only refreshing the Cullinan but also redefining what a super‑luxury SUV can be in an electrified era.
Key Highlights
- All‑electric powertrain likely sharing Spectre architecture
- Dual‑motor, permanent four‑wheel drive for seamless performance
- Larger battery pack to ensure flagship‑class range
- New multi‑layer front lighting and vertical LED taillights
- Smoother side panels for improved aerodynamics
- Potential parallel V12 internal‑combustion option during transition
Stay tuned for more updates on the future of luxury electric mobility.