A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Maximum Power
441 kW @ 5250-5750 rpm
75 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
900 Nm @ 1700-4000 rpm
130 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Engine Size
6750 cc
1462 cc
Claimed Mileage
5.95 km/l
15.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
173 mm
210 mm
Boot / Load Bay
612 l
85 l
Airbags
8
6
Kerb Weight
2725 kg
1110 kg
Seating Capacity
-
-
Warranty
4 years; regional conditions apply
5
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Black Badge Cullinan holds a noticeable edge over Jimny, especially in key ownership areas.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Black Badge Cullinan
+71 pts
Efficiency
Jimny
+33 pts
Safety
Black Badge Cullinan
+17 pts
Practicality
Black Badge Cullinan
+31 pts
Ownership
Jimny
+27 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
Black Badge Cullinan
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Jimny
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Black Badge Cullinan
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Jimny
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Model Introduced Year
2020
2019
Generation
Black Badge Cullinan Series II, the high-power alter ego of the current Cullinan SUV
Fourth generation (JB74 series); entirely new K15B engine replaces previous K13B; AllGrip Pro 4WD system replaces previous generation's 4WD setup; new body retains ladder-frame construction and live rear axle from all previous generations
Facelift History
Black Badge Cullinan debuted globally in 2019, was introduced in South Africa in 2020 and evolved into Black Badge Cullinan Series II in May 2024
Fourth-generation Jimny launched globally in 2018 and in SA in 2019; minor specification updates in 2021 including updated connectivity; 5-door Jimny Sierra launched globally in 2023 but not confirmed for SA as of end-2025; no mechanical changes to the 3-door SA model since launch
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Five-door performance-luxury SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Full-size performance super-luxury SUV
SUV
Vehicle Type
Internal-combustion sport utility vehicle
SUV
Color Note
-
Kinetic Yellow, Sizzling Red, Granite Grey, Brisk Blue, Chiffon Ivory White, Bluish Black Pearl
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5 GLX AllGrip AT
Tare Mass Kg
-
1115 kg
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Drivetrain Layout
All-wheel drive with front- and rear-steered axles
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD) / 4WD with Low-Range
Transfer Case
ATC 13 transfer case
Two-Speed Transfer Case (Hi / Lo Range)
Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Gearbox
8-speed ZF automatic
4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter
Final Drive Ratio
2.81:1
4.090:1
Number of Gears
8
4
Transmission Type
8-speed ZF automatic
4-Speed Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Single Dry Plate Diaphragm
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Everywhere off-road capability engaged by one button
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Everywhere button
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
8-speed ZF automatic
4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
All-wheel-drive power delivery with front- and rear-steered axles
4WD — AllGrip PRO Part-Time
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
8
4
Gear Shift Type
Satellite Aided automatic gear selection via column stalk with Low button
4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter
LSD Available
-
Not Applicable
Engine Position
-
Longitudinal Front-Mounted
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
3.8
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Claimed Mileage
5.95 km/l
15.9 km/l
City Mileage
5.10 km/l
12.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
8.08 km/l
17.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
40 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6e (B6e)
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Automatic start/stop: Yes
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
16.8 l/100km
6.3 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
16.8 l/100km
6.3 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
16.8 l/100km
6.3 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
5.95 km/l
15.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
16.8 l/100km
6.3 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
16.8 l/100km
6.3 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
16.8 l/100km
6.3 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
90
40
Combined Driving Range
536-563 km (calculated from 90 L and 16.0-16.8 l/100 km WLTP)
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
-
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
-
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Airbags
8
6
ABS
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Standard
Traction Control
Dynamic Traction Control
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control Standard
Hill Start Assist
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Rear child-safety locks
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
ISOFIX child-seat mounts
2 Rear ISOFIX Points
Brake Assist
Dynamic Brake Control
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Engine immobiliser
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front seatbelt warning sensor
All Seats
Front Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Not Available
AEB
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
Not Available
BA
Dynamic Brake Control
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Head Protection System
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Driver airbag
6
EBD
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Engine immobiliser
Standard
Hill Hold
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Front-passenger airbag
6
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters
All Seats
Side Airbags
Front side-impact airbags
Not Available
TCS
Dynamic Traction Control
Standard
Knee Airbag
Active front knee protection
Not Available
ABS EBD
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Front seatbelt warning sensor
All Seats
Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Standard
Alarm System
-
Standard
Central Locking
-
Remote Central Locking
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Speed Alert System
-
Standard
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
Not Available
Safety Rating
-
Not Independently Rated
Whiplash Protection
-
Active Head Restraints on Front Seats
Lane Change Warning
-
Not Available
Brake Override System
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Cruise Control
Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control fitted to the referenced current vehicle
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Driver Attention Alert System
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Speed Limit Information
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
High-Beam Assistance
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
Not Available
Park Assist
Park Assist and Reversing Assistant
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Collision Warning with Brake Function
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Standard
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Front Camera
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Parking Sensor
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Pre-Collision System
-
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Seat Material
Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives
Fabric
Heated Seats
Heated front seats; rear-seat heating available
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Front and rear seat cooling available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Illuminated Fascia with glowing Black Badge infinity motif and vertical Cityscape pattern; up-lit Black Spirit of Ecstasy Clock Cabinet
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Heated full-leather multifunction Black Badge steering wheel
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
60 40 Split Seat
Electronically folding 2/3 and 1/3 rear bench
Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench
Driver Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Seat Trim
Technical Carbon and Placed Perforation available
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Steering Type
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench
Front Armrest
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Rear Armrest
-
Not Available
Cup Holders
-
2
Rear AC Vents
-
Not Available
Rear USB Ports
-
0
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Analogue with Digital MID
Interior Colour Options
-
2
Driver Lumbar Support
-
Not Available
Door Map Pockets
-
Front Door Pockets
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Fabric Seats
-
Fabric
Armrest Front
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Armrest Rear
-
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Down
-
377
Driver Seat
-
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, hill-hold control, dual front airbags, ABS and EBD, 4WD mode selector, fold-flat rear seats for cargo, snorkel available as dealer-fitted accessory
Interior Trim Colour
-
2
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Fabric
Interior Colours
-
2
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Not Available
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
-
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
-
All Seats
Seat Fold Type
-
Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench
Front Shoulder Room
-
1270 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
-
1155 mm
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Climate Control
Automatic four-zone climate control
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Power Windows
Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down
All Windows
Keyless Entry
Comfort Access keyless entry
Smart Key System
Push Button Start
Engine start button
Push Button Start
Wireless Charging
Wireless smartphone charging
Not Available
Sunroof
Panoramic glass roof available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Power-operated two-part Clasp tailgate
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
Standard
AC Type
Automatic four-zone climate control
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Not Available
Rear Window Defroster
-
Standard
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Electrically Foldable Mirrors (New 2026)
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Standard — Driver Height Adjustable
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Standard
12V Accessory Socket
-
2 x 12V Socket
Speed Limiter
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
All Windows
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Push Button Start
TPMS
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Engine start button
Push Button Start
Engine Start Stop Button
Engine start button
Push Button Start
Engine Warranty
-
4 Years
Front Armrest
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Front Power Outlet
-
2 x 12V Socket
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
6.3
Glovebox Cooling
-
Front Door Pockets
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Panoramic glass roof available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
All Windows
Push Button Start
Engine start button
Push Button Start
Rear Defogger
-
Standard
Rear Seat Split
-
Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Fabric
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
All Seats
Spare Wheel
Full-size matching spare wheel fitted on an exact 2026 commissioned vehicle; mounted inside
Full Size External Rear Spare
Speed Alert System
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar
-
Standard
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Standard
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
-
Via Smartphone
Voice Command Support
-
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Accelerator 0 100
-
14.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Automatic four-zone climate control
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Bottle Holders
-
2
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Centre Console
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
Analogue with Digital MID
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
Electrically Foldable Mirrors (New 2026)
Front Wiper
-
Standard
Front Wipers Type
-
Standard
Glove Box
-
Front Door Pockets
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Smart Key System
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Manual Aircon
-
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Mirror
-
Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Smart Key System
Power Socket 12v
-
2 x 12V Socket
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Rear Air Conditioning
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Smart Key System
Remote Side Mirror
-
Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors
Rim Size
22- and 23-inch approved fitments; 23-inch Black Badge wheels
15 Inches
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Not Available
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Sound System
16
4
Source Model Column
-
jimny
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Standard
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
-
Ladder Frame
Surround View Monitor
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
flagship
Unlocking
Comfort Access keyless entry
Smart Key System
Variant Role
-
Performance-focused derivative
Vdc
-
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Smart Key System
Walk Away Lock
-
Smart Key System
Wireless Charger
Wireless smartphone charging
Not Available
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
377 l
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
377 l
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Length
5355 mm
3625 mm
Width
2000 mm
1645 mm
Height
1835 mm
1720 mm
Wheelbase
3295 mm
2250 mm
Doors
5 doors
3 doors
Front Headroom
1064 mm
990 mm
Payload Capacity
575 kg
325 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
40 l
Kerb Weight
2725 kg
1110 kg
Towing Capacity
2700 kg
1300 kg
Rear Headroom
1026 mm
910 mm
Front Legroom
1006 mm
900 mm
Rear Legroom
1090 mm
600 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
173 mm
210 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
173 mm
-
Boot/Cargo Space
612 l
85 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3300 kg
1435 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
4 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Minimum Turning Radius
6.6 m
4.9 m
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Engine
6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Cylinders
12
4
Valves
48
16
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
10.5:1
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Top Speed
250 km/h
145 km/h
Engine Code
N74B68A
K15B
Cylinder Layout
V
Inline
Aspiration
Twin Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Bore
89 mm
74 mm
Stroke
90.4 mm
85.1 mm
Drive Modes
Low
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement
6750 cc
1462 cc
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
4-Speed Automatic
0-100 km/h
5.2 sec
14.5 sec
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Maximum Power
441 kW @ 5250-5750 rpm
75 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
900 Nm @ 1700-4000 rpm
130 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
161.8 kW/tonne
67.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
330.3 Nm/tonne
117.1 Nm/tonne
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Wired Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Wired Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth wireless technology
Standard
Number of Speakers
16
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
SPIRIT digital instrument interface
Analogue with Digital MID
Infotainment System
SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen and SPIRIT
9-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen and SPIRIT
9-inch Touchscreen
USB Ports
USB Type-C ports
2
Navigation System
-
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Wired Apple CarPlay
FM Radio
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Via Smartphone
AUX Input
-
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen and SPIRIT
9-inch Touchscreen
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
Not Available
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Standard
Infotainment Display
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
2
Audio
-
Standard
Audio Speakers
16
4
Audio System
-
Standard
Display Audio
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
2
Multi Information Display
-
Analogue with Digital MID
Connected Services
-
Standard
Voice Control
-
Via Smartphone
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wired Apple CarPlay
Radio
-
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Wired Android Auto
Spec
Black Badge Cullinan
Jimny
LED Headlamps
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
LED Projector Headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
Vertical daytime-running-light treatment
LED DRLs
Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
Front Fog Lamps
Roof Rails
No; vehicle not approved for roof loads
Not Available
Headlights
Rolls-Royce LED headlights
LED Projector Headlamps
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic glass roof available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Bespoke exterior colours available; colour may extend to lower body surfaces, sill, valances and lower front bumper
6
Alloy Wheel Design
-
15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Black Plastic Body Cladding
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Roof Type
-
Standard Fixed Roof with Black Contrast Roof Option
Performance
Black Badge Cullinan +71
Efficiency
Jimny +33
Safety
Black Badge Cullinan +17
Practicality
Black Badge Cullinan +31
Ownership
Jimny +27
Moderate difference between the models.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Black Badge Cullinan
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
28/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
75/100
Ownership
44/100
Jimny
Performance
29/100
Efficiency
61/100
Safety
82/100
Practicality
44/100
Ownership
71/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan
wins with 74 pts
vs 56 pts for Jimny
In structured scoring, Black Badge Cullinan emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Jimny may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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On our scoring the Black Badge Cullinan edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: Black Badge Cullinan 28 vs Jimny 61. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: Black Badge Cullinan 99, Jimny 82. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: Black Badge Cullinan 44, Jimny 71. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: Black Badge Cullinan 75, Jimny 44. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Black Badge Cullinan 100, Jimny 29. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The Black Badge Cullinan edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Black Badge Cullinan scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between Black Badge Cullinan and Jimny in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Black Badge Cullinan scores 100 vs 29.
Efficiency: Black Badge Cullinan scores 28 vs 61.
Safety: Black Badge Cullinan scores 99 vs 82.
Practicality: Black Badge Cullinan scores 75 vs 44.
Ownership: Black Badge Cullinan scores 44 vs 71.
Final structured scoring gives Black Badge Cullinan
the advantage in this comparison.
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