Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs KIA K2700
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Cullinan Series II
Petrol
8-Speed Automatic
Current
Price on request
⚡ 420 kW
🔧 850 Nm
⛽ 5.95 km/l
VS
KIA K2700
2.7D Workhorse Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 404,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 56 kW
🔧 152 Nm
⛽ 10.5 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs KIA K2700: the short answer
Cullinan has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2700.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Cullinan420 kW @ 5000-6000 rpm | K270056 kW @ 3200 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Cullinan850 Nm @ 1600-4250 rpm | K2700152 Nm @ 2000 rpm |
| Engine Size | Cullinan6749 cc | K27002665 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Cullinan5.95 km/l | K270010.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Cullinan173 mm | K2700195 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Cullinan
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
K2700
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
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
K2700
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2018 | 1997 |
| Generation | Cullinan Series II, the current evolution of the marque's five-door super-luxury SUV | Long-running light commercial vehicle; established in SA commercial fleet market |
| Facelift History | Cullinan was introduced in South Africa in 2018 and received its most extensive evolution as Cullinan Series II in May 2024 | Updated in 2005, 2012; current model ongoing production with specification updates |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2024 | 2012 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Five-door luxury SUV | Van |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Full-size super-luxury SUV | Van |
| Vehicle Type | Internal-combustion sport utility vehicle | Van |
| Color Note | - | White (standard fleet specification) |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1880 kg |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5355 mm | 4870 mm |
| Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1835 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3295 mm | 2685 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 173 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 173 mm | 145 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 70 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 612 l | 3000 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2725 kg | 1880 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3300 kg | 2850 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 575 kg | 1300 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.6 m | 11.4 m |
| Front Headroom | 1064 mm | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 1026 mm | Not Applicable |
| Front Legroom | 1006 mm | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 1090 mm | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.75-litre V12 petrol | 2.7-litre Naturally Aspirated Diesel |
| Engine Code | N74B68A | J2 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 6749 cc | 2665 cc |
| Cylinders | 12 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | V | Inline |
| Valves | 48 | 8 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 2 |
| Aspiration | Twin Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Bore | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Stroke | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Maximum Power | 420 kW @ 5000-6000 rpm | 56 kW @ 3200 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 850 Nm @ 1600-4250 rpm | 152 Nm @ 2000 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 | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 130 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Low | No |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 154.1 kW/tonne | 29.8 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 311.9 Nm/tonne | 80.9 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 | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-speed ZF automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering | RWD |
| Transfer Case | ATC 13 transfer case | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No lockable differential | No |
| Paddle Shifters | No | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.81:1 | 4.10 |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed ZF automatic | Manual Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter | Single Dry Disc |
| Gear Shift Type | Satellite Aided automatic gear selection | Manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive | RWD |
| 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 | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 8-speed ZF automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | All-wheel-drive power delivery with active rear-axle steering | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 5 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| LSD Available | - | No |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.2:1 |
| Gear Shift Indicator | - | Yes |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 5.95 km/l | 10.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 5.10 km/l | 9.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 8.08 km/l | 11.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 70 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6e (B6e) | Euro 3 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Automatic start/stop: Yes | No |
| Real-world Mileage | 5.95 km/l | 10.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 90 | 70 |
| 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 |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Range Real World Highway | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 8 | 0 |
| ABS | Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System | No |
| Electronic Stability Control | Dynamic Stability Control | No |
| Traction Control | Dynamic Traction Control | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Hill Start Assist | No |
| Child Safety Lock | Rear child-safety locks | No |
| ISOFIX Mounts | ISOFIX child-seat mounts | No |
| Brake Assist | Dynamic Brake Control | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front seatbelt warning sensor | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | No |
| AEB | Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function | No |
| BA | Dynamic Brake Control | No |
| Curtain Airbags | Head Protection System | No |
| Driver Airbag | Driver airbag | No |
| EBD | Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Hill Start Assist | No |
| Passenger Airbag | Front-passenger airbag | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front seatbelt warning sensor | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Front side-impact airbags | No |
| Stability Control | Dynamic Stability Control | No |
| TCS | Dynamic Traction Control | No |
| Knee Airbag | Active front knee protection | No |
| ABS EBD | Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System | No |
| Alarm System | - | No |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | No |
| Whiplash Protection | - | No |
| Lane Change Warning | - | No |
| Brake Override System | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | No |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | No |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | No |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control fitted to the referenced current vehicle | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Lane Departure Warning with Active Return | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Lane Departure Warning with Active Return | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No |
| Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | No |
| Rear View Camera | Rear View Camera | No |
| 360 Degree Camera | Surround View Camera with 3D view | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Driver Attention Alert | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Speed Limit Information | No |
| Auto Highbeam | High-Beam Assistance | No |
| Auto Wipers | Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | No |
| Reverse Camera | Rear View Camera | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | No |
| Park Assist | Park Assist and Reversing Assistant | No |
| Around View Monitor | Surround View Camera with 3D view | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | Collision Warning with Brake Function | No |
| Auto Lights | - | No |
| Eco Mode | - | No |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Front Camera | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | No |
| Parking Sensor | - | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Pre-Collision System | - | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | No |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | No |
| Reversing Camera | - | No |
| Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera with 3D view | No |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives | Vinyl |
| Heated Seats | Available, including rear-seat heating | No |
| Ventilated Seats | Available, including rear-seat cooling | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Illuminated Fascia with Cullinan wordmark and Cityscape graphic; illuminated Spirit of Ecstasy Clock Cabinet | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel | Urethane |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Electronically folding 2/3 and 1/3 rear bench | No |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory | 2-Way Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory | 2-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Placed Perforation leather available | Vinyl |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | No |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Rear Armrest | - | No |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1405 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1350 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 2 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | No |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Grey |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | No |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | No |
| Armrest Front | - | No |
| Armrest Rear | - | No |
| Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Commercial cab with driver and passenger seating, basic audio, air conditioning (Aircon variants), manual windows, simplified commercial switchgear |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Grey |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Vinyl |
| Interior Colours | - | Grey |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | No |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic four-zone climate control | No |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down | No |
| Keyless Entry | Comfort Access keyless entry | No |
| Push Button Start | Engine start button | No |
| Wireless Charging | Wireless smartphone charging | No |
| Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Power-operated two-part Clasp tailgate | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers | No |
| AC Type | Automatic four-zone climate control | No |
| Load Bed Length | - | 1800 mm |
| Load Bed Width | - | 1500 mm |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | No |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | No |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | No |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Manual |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | No |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.45 |
| Driver Display | - | Analogue Cluster |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | No |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | No |
| Engine Start Stop | Engine start button | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Engine start button | No |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Front Power Outlet | - | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 9.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Manual |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | No |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | No |
| Multi Function Steering | - | No |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic glass roof | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | No |
| Push Button Start | Engine start button | No |
| Rear Defogger | - | No |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | No |
| Rear Seat Split | - | No |
| Rear Wing | - | No |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | No |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Seat Type | - | Vinyl Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | Full-size matching spare wheel fitted on an exact 2026 commissioned vehicle; mounted inside | Full-Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | No |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | No |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | No |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | No |
| Voice Command | - | No |
| Voice Command Support | - | No |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic four-zone climate control | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 2 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | No |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | No |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | No |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | No |
| Front Wipers Type | - | No |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | No |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | No |
| Lift Gate | - | No |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | 1800 mm |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | 1500 mm |
| Manual Aircon | - | No |
| Mirror | - | Manual |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | No |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | No |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | No |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | No |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | No |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rim Size | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments | 185R14C |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | No |
| Sound System | 16 | 2 |
| Source Model Column | - | k2700 |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | No |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Surround View Monitor | Surround View Camera with 3D view | No |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | No |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Comfort Access keyless entry | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | No |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | No |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | No |
| Walk Away Lock | - | No |
| Wireless Charger | Wireless smartphone charging | No |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay compatibility | No |
| Android Auto | Android Auto compatibility | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Bluetooth wireless technology; rear passengers can pair headphones individually | No |
| Number of Speakers | 16 | 2 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | SPIRIT digital instrument interface | No |
| USB Ports | USB Type-C ports | 0 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | 0 |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | 0 |
| Navigation System | - | No |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay compatibility | No |
| Wireless Android Auto | Android Auto compatibility | No |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Voice Recognition | - | No |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | 0 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | No |
| Infotainment Display | - | 0 |
| Rear Usb | - | No |
| Premium Audio | - | No |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 16 | 2 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 0 |
| Head Up Display | - | No |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue |
| Connected Services | - | No |
| Voice Control | - | No |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | No |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Front fog lamps | No |
| Roof Rails | No; vehicle not approved for roof loads | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Emperador Truffle; Crystal Over finish available | White |
| Headlights | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Steel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Body Cladding | - | No |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Roof Type | - | Cab |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Manual |
| Rear Wiper | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Metal |
| Body Type | - | Tipper Truck |
| DRL | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Fog Lights | - | No |
| Led Headlights | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | No |
| Led Taillights | - | No |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 820 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1365 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Daytime Running Lights | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Cab |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 1 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Metal |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | No |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front fog lamps | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | No |
| Headlamps | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | No |
| Headlight Type | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | No |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Wading Depth | 540 mm | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Everywhere mode: rough track, gravel, wet grass, mud, snow and sand | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No lockable differential | No |
| 4WD System Type | Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive with all-wheel steering | Not Applicable |
| Approach Angle | - | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle | - | 18 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 16 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 19 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 25 deg |
| Breakover Angle | - | 16 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 18 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 195 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 185R14C |
| 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 Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments | 185R14C |
| Handbrake Type | Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs | Manual |
| Wheel Type | - | Steel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 280 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 260 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 112 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | L |
| 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 Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 185 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 185 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments | 185R14C |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | No |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | No |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | No |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full-Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | No |
| Wheel Material | - | Steel |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 185R14C |
| Wheels | - | Steel |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Front Track Width | - | 1490 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1550 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Leaf Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | No |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Front Suspension Type | Double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Suspension | - | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 380 g/km | 249 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | No |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 78 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | No |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | B7 Diesel |
| Particulate Filter | - | DPF |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 3 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 261 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | No |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 249 |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 4 years / unlimited km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 7500 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R1,800 per service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 7.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 7500 |
| First Service At | - | 7500 |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 years / unlimited km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 years / unlimited km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 7500 |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Versatile owner-driven Rolls-Royce for urban, touring and off-road access | Flagship |
| Pricing Role | Price on application | Current listed price |
| Price Zar | - | 404995 ZAR |
| Starting Price | - | 404995 |
| Starting Price Zar | - | 404995 |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Spec | Cullinan | K2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 7.7 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 10.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 10.6 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 12.4 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Cullinan and K2700 comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Cullinan 99 vs K2700 32.
Efficiency index: Cullinan 28 vs K2700 43.
Safety-equipment index: Cullinan 99 vs K2700 0.
Practicality index: Cullinan 75 vs K2700 68.
Ownership-cover index: Cullinan not separately scored vs K2700 49.
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.
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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.
Evidence-index readout
Cullinan leads by 42 points
Cullinan has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2700.
Evidence leader
79
/100
Lead
42
points
Data
83%
source coverage
79
#1
Evidence leader
Cullinan
83% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Performance 99
Check
Efficiency 28
Performance
99
Efficiency
28
Safety
99
Practicality
75
Leads by 42 points
37
#2
K2700
84% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 68
Check
Safety 0
Performance
32
Efficiency
43
Safety
0
Practicality
68
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Cullinan +67
Efficiency
K2700 +15
Safety
Cullinan +99
Practicality
Cullinan +7
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Cullinan
Performance
99/100
Efficiency
28/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
75/100
K2700
Performance
32/100
Efficiency
43/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Rolls-Royce Cullinan
leads the specification evidence index with 79 pts
vs 37 pts for K2700
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Cullinan leads. However, K2700 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Cullinan vs K2700 questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
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