The Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge was the latest model to be introduced in the country in January 2020. Apart from this, the Cullinan is available in the standard 'Silver Badge' version. Some of the distinguished feature highlights in the Cullinan Black Badge are as follows -

• De-chromed details: The first difference is that the Cullinan Black Badge is a de-chromed version of the standard model. Further, you get a wide range of bespoke exterior colours and upholstery options.

• Distinctive features: The Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge offers the latest driver assistance system which includes features like Park Assist, Active Cruise control, and Night Vision Pedestrian recognition.

  To differentiate it from the regular model, the SUV gets black seat piping with Mugello Red stitching, high contrast details, and an extended leather headliner. Additional feature highlights include the 'RR' monogram on the headrest, massaging seats in the front, a Black Badge clock, and an HD 12-inch touchscreen unit.

The design is a testament to the brand's commitment to excellence. Some of the key exterior highlights are as follows -

• Bold fascia: The fascia is highlighted by the iconic Pantheon grille which is complemented by rectangular LED headlights with integrated L-shaped LED DRLs. Further, the bumper gets a generous amount of chrome and also features a scuff plate to highlight the offroad character.

• Spirit of Ecstasy: The iconic symbol of the Rolls-Royce brand, the Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament brings an extra touch of elegance to the Cullinan.

• Imposing Stance: The side profile is highlighted by Rolls-Royce badging on the front fender and rear-hinged doors, which are also known as suicide doors. The Rolls-Royce Cullinan rides on a set of 22-inch alloy wheels which gives it an imposing stance. Overall, it features elegant lines which give it a sleek and aerodynamic appearance.

• Tilting and Retracting Sunroof: To enhance the drive experience, the Cullinan gets a tilting and retractable panoramic sunroof which glides at the touch of a button.

The Cullinan offers a wide range of customisation options, the owners can design their entrance with a personal message or insignia on the treadplates. Further, the customers can also personalise the textures and colours to suit individual tastes.

Some of the distinctive interior details are as follows -

• It gets an immersive two-seat layout with a massage function. The occupants can lean back and unwind with a drink from the whiskey decanter or Champagne cooler housed in the centre console, which also offers whiskey glasses or champagne flutes.

• It is the only SUV to offer a glass partition between the rear seat passengers and the luggage compartment.

• The SUV gets an 18-speaker Bespoke Audio System developed by Rolls-Royce experts.

• Exclusive Rolls-Royce badged umbrella placed in the doors. It also gets a drainage channel to help it dry. Customers can also choose commissioned collection umbrellas to match their taste.

• The Black Badge version offers a Starlight Headliner, which offers a private landscape complete with a mesmerising display of shooting stars.

• The Black Badge version also gets an intricate honeycomb motif, contrast piping, and premium leather upholstery.

• The Loading Assistant offers seats that can be folded with just a touch of a button.

• The luggage compartment floor can be raised to create a smooth surface to place items in many different shapes and sizes.

• The SUV offers 560 litres of boot space which can be increased to 1,930 litres by lowering the rear seats.

• The Viewing Suit deploys two exquisitely finished seats along with a cocktail table from the luggage compartment at a touch of a button.

The safety feature list in the Rolls-Royce Cullinan include the following:

• Hills Descent control

• Air suspension height adjustment control

• Four-camera system with panoramic view

• Active cruise control

• Collision warning

• All-round visibility and helicopter view

• Lane departure and lane changing warning

• Night Vision and Vision Assist including day and night wildlife and pedestrian warning

• Alertness Assistant

• Latest navigation system

• Multiple airbags

• ABS with EBD

• Traction control

The Rolls-Royce Cullinan is powered by a 6.75-litre, V12 petrol engine that generates 571hp at 5,000rpm and 850Nm at 1,600rpm. This engine comes mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The top speed is electronically restricted to 250kmph.

On the other hand, the Rolls-Royce Black Badge is also powered by the same 6.75-litre, V12 petrol engine, but with a higher power output figure of 608hp and 900Nm. Although the top speed is limited to 250kmph, the Black Badge can sprint from zero to 100kmph in 4.90 seconds. Interestingly, it also gets offers the 'Low' button which produces a more pronounced exhaust note.

In terms of driving, the Cullinan offers the legendary Magic Carpet Ride with an air suspension system which is equally impressive on off-road trails as well as on the tarmac. Further, the double-wishbone front axle and the five-link rear axle offer superior control and stability. To enhance the overall drive experience, it gets a four-wheel steering unit.

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