The Rolls-Royce Cullinan is getting a major overhaul with electric bones and a visual refresh, marking a new chapter for one of the world's most luxurious SUVs. The British marque has been producing its luxury SUV since 2018, but even that update has a shelf life.
Now, a full second-generation model is in development, and it's shaping up to be a very different machine. Inspired by spy shots from cold-weather testing in Scandinavia, digital artist Kelosonik has produced speculative renderings for the next-gen Cullinan, offering a preview of what's to come.
Compared to the current version, which some find visually awkward due to its unusual headlight layout, the updated model appears to bring cleaner, more resolved styling. The most noticeable change at the front will be the lighting, with a split headlight setup and separate square housings positioned just below.
The marque's signature upright grille will stay, but may get a subtle revision. In profile, these renderings suggest the overall shape remains familiar, complete with rear-hinged back doors, which have become a Cullinan hallmark.
It's not just the Cullinan's design that will change; the next model may share its platform with the all-electric Spectre, built on Rolls-Royce's Architecture of Luxury. If so, this could mark the Cullinan's transition to a fully electric powertrain, potentially sourced from BMW's advanced battery and motor tech.
A reveal could happen within the next twelve months, but timelines and technical details remain unclear.
The shift to electric powertrains is a significant move for Rolls-Royce, and it will be interesting to see how they adapt their luxury SUVs to this new technology. With the Spectre's advanced battery and motor tech potentially powering the next-gen Cullinan, we can expect a more efficient and environmentally friendly vehicle.
