Source type: Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan Series II release; Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Johannesburg
Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan vs Suzuki Jimny
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.
Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan
Suzuki Jimny
Decision summary
Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan vs Suzuki Jimny: the short answer
Black Badge Cullinan holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Jimny.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Black Badge Cullinan441 kW @ 5250-5750 rpm | Jimny75 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Black Badge Cullinan900 Nm @ 1700-4000 rpm | Jimny130 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Engine Size | Black Badge Cullinan6750 cc | Jimny1462 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Black Badge Cullinan5.95 km/l | Jimny15.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Black Badge Cullinan173 mm | Jimny210 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Black Badge Cullinan
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Lower fuel efficiency
Jimny
- Better fuel efficiency
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Which One's Right for You?
Black Badge Cullinan
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Jimny
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5355 mm | 3625 mm |
| Width | 2000 mm | 1645 mm |
| Height | 1835 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3295 mm | 2250 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 173 mm | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 173 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 612 l | 85 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2725 kg | 1110 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3300 kg | 1435 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 575 kg | 325 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2700 kg | 1300 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.6 m | 4.9 m |
| Front Headroom | 1064 mm | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 1026 mm | 910 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1006 mm | 900 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 1090 mm | 600 mm |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | N74B68A | K15B |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 6750 cc | 1462 cc |
| Cylinders | 12 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | V | Inline |
| Valves | 48 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Twin Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Stroke | 90.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Maximum Power | 441 kW @ 5250-5750 rpm | 75 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 900 Nm @ 1700-4000 rpm | 130 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 145 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Low | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | 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 |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 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 |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-speed ZF automatic | 4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Gear Shift Type | Satellite Aided automatic gear selection via column stalk with Low button | 4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| 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 |
| Engine Position | - | Longitudinal Front-Mounted |
| LSD Available | - | Not Applicable |
| 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 |
| Real-world Mileage | 5.95 km/l | 15.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 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 |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front seatbelt warning sensor | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Front side-impact airbags | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Dynamic Stability Control | Standard |
| TCS | Dynamic Traction Control | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Active front knee protection | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System | 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 |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1270 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1155 mm |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 377 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 377 l |
| 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 |
| 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 Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| 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 |
| TPMS | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Standard |
| 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 |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| 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 |
| USB Ports | USB Type-C ports | 2 |
| 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 |
| Navigation System | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay compatibility | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Android Auto compatibility | Wired Android Auto |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Exterior Colour Options | Bespoke exterior colours available; colour may extend to lower body surfaces, sill, valances and lower front bumper | 6 |
| Headlights | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof available | Not Available |
| 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 |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Black Door Handles |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Led Headlights | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | LED DRLs |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Black Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Windows |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Foldable Mirrors (New 2026) |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front fog lamps | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Wading Depth | 540 mm | 600 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Everywhere mode: rough track, gravel, wet grass, mud, snow and sand | Not Available — AllGrip PRO 2H / 4H / 4L Transfer Modes |
| Locking Differential | No lockable differential | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive with all-wheel steering | AllGrip PRO — Part-Time 4WD with Low-Range Gearbox |
| Approach Angle | - | 36 deg |
| Departure Angle | - | 50 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Standard Skid Plates |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 27 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Front and Rear Recovery Hooks |
| Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 27 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 36 deg |
| Breakover Angle | - | 27 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 50 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 210 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Hill Descent Control Standard |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 600 mm |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 255/45 R22 107Y front and 285/40 R22 110Y rear; 255/40 R23 104Y front and 295/35 R23 108Y rear; 255/45 R22 107H M+S all-round | 195/80 R15 |
| Front Brake Type | Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-size matching spare wheel fitted on an exact 2026 commissioned vehicle; mounted inside | Full Size External Rear Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments; 23-inch Black Badge wheels | 15 Inches |
| Handbrake Type | Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs | Conventional Handbrake |
| Wheel Type | - | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 265 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 220 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 96 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | S |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size matching spare wheel fitted on an exact 2026 commissioned vehicle; mounted inside | Full Size External Rear Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/80 R15 |
| Wheel Diameter | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments; 23-inch Black Badge wheels | 15 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size External Rear Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 15 Inches |
| Wheels | - | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Black Badge-tuned double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Black Badge-tuned five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring |
| Front Track Width | - | 1265 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1265 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Ladder Frame |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension Type | Black Badge-tuned double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Black Badge-tuned five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | - | Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 380 g/km | 148 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | - | 69 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | VVT on Intake Camshaft |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | - | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 148 |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 4 years / unlimited km | Not Included |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,500–R3,000 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 years / unlimited km | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 years / unlimited km | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection and Skid Plates |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | High-power owner-driven Cullinan with Black Badge chassis and design treatment | Flagship |
| Pricing Role | Price on application | Current listed price |
| Price Zar | - | 466900 ZAR |
| Starting Price | - | 466900 |
| Starting Price Zar | - | 466900 |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 |
| Warranty Years | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | Black Badge Cullinan | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 7.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 9.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 7.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Black Badge Cullinan and Jimny comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Black Badge Cullinan 100 vs Jimny 29.
Efficiency index: Black Badge Cullinan 28 vs Jimny 61.
Safety-equipment index: Black Badge Cullinan 99 vs Jimny 88.
Practicality index: Black Badge Cullinan 75 vs Jimny 44.
Ownership-cover index: Black Badge Cullinan not separately scored vs Jimny 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Black Badge Cullinan leads by 22 points
Black Badge Cullinan holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Jimny.
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Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
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What the evidence means
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Black Badge Cullinan leads. However, Jimny may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Black Badge Cullinan vs Jimny questions
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