Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs Jetour T1 i-DM

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 Cullinan

Cullinan Series II Petrol 8-Speed Automatic Current

Price on request

⚡ 420 kW 🔧 850 Nm ⛽ 5.95 km/l

Jetour T1 i-DM

T1 i-DM Plug-in Hybrid Current

ZAR 689,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 100 kW 🔧 220 Nm ⛽ 90.9 km/l

＋ Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance Cullinan

⛽ Fuel Economy T1 i-DM

🛡 Safety Cullinan

📦 Practicality Cullinan

🔑 Ownership T1 i-DM

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Maximum Power	420 kW @ 5000-6000 rpm	100 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque	850 Nm @ 1600-4250 rpm	220 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Engine Size	6749 cc	1499 cc
Claimed Mileage	5.95 km/l	90.9 km/l
Ground Clearance	173 mm	190 mm
Boot / Load Bay	612 l	574 l
Airbags	8	Front, front side, and front/rear curtain airbags
Kerb Weight	2725 kg	2000 kg
Seating Capacity	-	-
Warranty	4 years; regional conditions apply	7-year/200,000 km vehicle warranty

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Both Cullinan and T1 i-DM are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Cullinan +58 pts

Efficiency T1 i-DM +70 pts

Safety Cullinan +5 pts

Practicality Cullinan +4 pts

Ownership T1 i-DM +18 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

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 Driving Family Usage

T1 i-DM

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?

Cullinan

Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability

T1 i-DM

Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Model Introduced Year	2018	2026
Generation	Cullinan Series II, the current evolution of the marque's five-door super-luxury SUV	Current local listing
Facelift History	Cullinan was introduced in South Africa in 2018 and received its most extensive evolution as Cullinan Series II in May 2024	Not listed by current South African source page.
Facelift Launched Since	2024	2026
Facelift Version Ending	Current	Current
Body Style	Five-door luxury SUV	SUV
Model Year	2026	Current
Production Status	active	Active
Segment	Full-size super-luxury SUV	SUV
Vehicle Type	Internal-combustion sport utility vehicle	SUV
Gross Combined Mass Kg	-	3948 kg
Tare Mass Kg	-	2000 kg

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Drivetrain Layout	All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering	2WD
Transfer Case	ATC 13 transfer case	Not Applicable
Differential Lock	No lockable differential	Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters	No	Not Applicable
Gearbox	8-speed ZF automatic	Automatic
Final Drive Ratio	2.81:1	Not Applicable
Number of Gears	8	Not Applicable
Transmission Type	8-speed ZF automatic	Automatic
Clutch Type	Torque converter	Not Applicable
Drivetrain	All-wheel drive	2WD
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	Automatic
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	2WD
Rear Differential Lock	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds	8	Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type	Satellite Aided automatic gear selection	Not Applicable
LSD Available	-	Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator	-	Not Applicable

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Claimed Mileage	5.95 km/l	90.9 km/l
City Mileage	5.10 km/l	74.5 km/l
Highway Mileage	8.08 km/l	105.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity	90 l	70 l
Emission Standard	Euro 6e (B6e)	VI B
AdBlue Tank Capacity	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop	Automatic start/stop: Yes	Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption	16.8 l/100km	1.1 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption	16.8 l/100km	1.1 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency	16.8 l/100km	1.1 l/100km
Real-world Mileage	5.95 km/l	90.9 km/l
Charging Port Type	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Charging Type	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Combined Consumption	16.8 l/100km	1.1 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km	16.8 l/100km	1.1 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined	16.8 l/100km	1.1 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres	90	70
Combined Driving Range	536-563 km (calculated from 90 L and 16.0-16.8 l/100 km WLTP)	1200
Electric Consumption	Not Applicable	21
Range Real World Highway	-	Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed	-	Not Applicable

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Airbags	8	Front, front side, and front/rear curtain airbags
ABS	Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System	Yes
Electronic Stability Control	Dynamic Stability Control	Yes
Traction Control	Dynamic Traction Control	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Hill Descent Control	Not Available
Hill Start Assist	Hill Start Assist	Not Available
Child Safety Lock	Rear child-safety locks	Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts	ISOFIX child-seat mounts	Yes
Brake Assist	Dynamic Brake Control	Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	Yes
Engine Immobiliser	Engine immobiliser	Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats	Front seatbelt warning sensor	Not Available
Front Parking Sensors	Park Distance Control, front and rear	Front and rear
AEB	Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function	Yes
BA	Dynamic Brake Control	Not Available
Curtain Airbags	Head Protection System	Front, front side, and front/rear curtain airbags
Driver Airbag	Driver airbag	Not Available
EBD	Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes
Engine Immobiliser	Engine immobiliser	Not Available
Hill Hold	Hill Start Assist	Not Available
Passenger Airbag	Front-passenger airbag	Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners	Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters	Not Available
Side Airbags	Front side-impact airbags	Front, front side, and front/rear curtain airbags
TCS	Dynamic Traction Control	Yes
Knee Airbag	Active front knee protection	Not Available
ABS EBD	Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System	Yes
Seatbelt Reminder	Front seatbelt warning sensor	Not Available
Stability Control	Dynamic Stability Control	Yes
Brake Override System	-	Not Available

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Cruise Control	Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control fitted to the referenced current vehicle	Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control	Active Cruise Control	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	Lane Departure Warning with Active Return	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	Lane Departure Warning with Active Return	Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring	Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes
Parking Sensors	Park Distance Control, front and rear	Front and rear
Rear View Camera	Rear View Camera	Not Available
360 Degree Camera	Surround View Camera with 3D view	Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking	Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function	Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert	Driver Attention Alert	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	Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors	Park Distance Control, front and rear	Front and rear
Reverse Camera	Rear View Camera	Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control	Active Cruise Control	Yes
Park Assist	Park Assist and Reversing Assistant	Not Available
Around View Monitor	Surround View Camera with 3D view	Yes
Blind Spot Warning	Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection	Yes
Forward Collision Warning	Collision Warning with Brake Function	Yes

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Seat Material	Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives	Black synthetic leather with orange stitching
Heated Seats	Available, including rear-seat heating	Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats	Available, including rear-seat cooling	Front seats
Ambient Lighting	Illuminated Fascia with Cullinan wordmark and Cityscape graphic; illuminated Spirit of Ecstasy Clock Cabinet	Multi
Steering Wheel Material	Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel	Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat	Electronically folding 2/3 and 1/3 rear bench	Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment	Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory	Driver 6-way electric with ventilation, lumbar support and memory; passenger 4-way electric with ventilation and leg rest
Passenger Seat Adjustment	Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory	Driver 6-way electric with ventilation, lumbar support and memory; passenger 4-way electric with ventilation and leg rest
Seat Trim	Placed Perforation leather available	Black synthetic leather with orange stitching
Seat Adjustment	-	Driver 6-way electric with ventilation, lumbar support and memory; passenger 4-way electric with ventilation and leg rest
Rear AC Vents	-	Yes
Front Shoulder Room	-	Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room	-	Not Applicable

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Climate Control	Automatic four-zone climate control	Dual-zone climate control
Power Windows	Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down	Not Available
Keyless Entry	Comfort Access keyless entry	Not Available
Push Button Start	Engine start button	Not Available
Wireless Charging	Wireless smartphone charging	50W
Sunroof	Panoramic glass roof	Yes
Electric Tailgate	Power-operated two-part Clasp tailgate	Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers	Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers	Not Available
AC Type	Automatic four-zone climate control	Dual-zone climate control
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Engine Warranty	-	10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
Fuel Consumption Combined	-	1.1
Rear Seat Split	-	60/40
Roof Load	-	300kg static / 100kg dynamic
Towbar	-	Yes
Load Bed Length	-	Not Applicable
Load Bed Width	-	Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded	-	1455 l
Loadbox Length Mm	-	Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm	-	Not Applicable

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Length	5355 mm	4705 mm
Width	2000 mm	1967 mm
Height	1835 mm	1843 mm
Wheelbase	3295 mm	2800 mm
Doors	5 doors	-
Front Headroom	1064 mm	-
Payload Capacity	575 kg	-
Fuel Tank Capacity	90 l	70 l
Kerb Weight	2725 kg	2000 kg
Towing Capacity	2700 kg	1600 kg
Rear Headroom	1026 mm	-
Front Legroom	1006 mm	-
Rear Legroom	1090 mm	-
Ground Clearance (Default)	173 mm	190 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)	173 mm	-
Boot/Cargo Space	612 l	574 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)	3300 kg	2348 kg
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Number of Rows	2 rows	-
Minimum Turning Radius	6.6 m	-

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Engine	6.75-litre V12 petrol	1.5TD hybrid-dedicated engine
Cylinders	12	4
Valves	48	16
Fuel System	Direct Injection	Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	12.0:1
Drive Type	AWD	Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed	250 km/h	180 km/h
Engine Code	N74B68A	SQRH4J15
Cylinder Layout	V	Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration	Twin Turbocharged	Not Officially Disclosed
Bore	89 mm	72 mm
Stroke	90.4 mm	92 mm
Drive Modes	Low	Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder	4	4
Launch Control	Not Officially Disclosed	Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement	6749 cc	1499 cc
Transmission	8-Speed Automatic	Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h	5.3 sec	Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity	Not Applicable	18.4 kWh
DC Charging Power	Not Applicable	Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type	Petrol	Plug-in Hybrid
Maximum Power	420 kW @ 5000-6000 rpm	100 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque	850 Nm @ 1600-4250 rpm	220 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Motor Type	Not Applicable	Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking	Not Applicable	Not Officially Disclosed
Hybrid System	Not Applicable	Plug-in Hybrid
Combined Power	Not Applicable	250 kW
Combined Torque	Not Applicable	530 Nm
Number of Motors	Not Applicable	Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location	Not Applicable	Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile	Not Officially Disclosed	Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter	Not Officially Disclosed	Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio	154.1 kW/tonne	125 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio	311.9 Nm/tonne	265 Nm/tonne
Usable Battery Capacity	Not Applicable	Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type	Not Applicable	Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage	Not Applicable	Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range	Not Applicable	100 km
AC Charging Power	Not Applicable	Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time	Not Applicable	180 min (30-100%)
DC Charging Time	Not Applicable	27 min (30-80%)

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Apple CarPlay	Apple CarPlay compatibility	Wireless
Android Auto	Android Auto compatibility	Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth wireless technology; rear passengers can pair headphones individually	Yes
Number of Speakers	16	9 Sony speakers
Digital Instrument Cluster	SPIRIT digital instrument interface	10.25-inch
Infotainment System	SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available	15.6-inch
Infotainment Screen	10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens	15.6-inch
Touchscreen	10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens	15.6-inch
USB Ports	USB Type-C ports	Not Available

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
LED Headlamps	Rolls-Royce LED headlights	Yes
Daytime Running Lamps	Vertical daytime-running-light treatment	Yes
Fog Lamps	Front fog lamps	Yes
Roof Rails	No; vehicle not approved for roof loads	Yes
Headlights	Rolls-Royce LED headlights	Yes
Panoramic Sunroof	Panoramic glass roof	Yes
Exterior Colour Options	Emperador Truffle; Crystal Over finish available	See OEM source page for colour availability.
Headlamps	Rolls-Royce LED headlights	Yes
Headlight Type	Rolls-Royce LED headlights	Yes

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
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	Not Applicable
4WD System Type	Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive with all-wheel steering	Not Applicable
Approach Angle	-	Not Available
Departure Angle	-	Not Available
Underbody Protection	-	Metal guard plate for front compartment
Breakover Angle	-	Not Available
Crawl Control	-	Not Available
Ground Clearance Max	-	190 mm
Ground Clearance Min	-	190 mm

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
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	235/60 R19
Front Brake Type	Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes	Ventilated disc brake
Rear Brake Type	Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes	Solid disc brake
Spare Wheel Type	Full-size matching spare wheel fitted on an exact 2026 commissioned vehicle; mounted inside	Not Available
Wheel Rim Size	22- and 23-inch approved fitments	19
Handbrake Type	Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs	Not Applicable
Brake Type Front	-	Ventilated disc brake
Brake Type Rear	-	Solid disc brake
Towing Unbraked Kg	-	750 kg
Wheel Material	-	Alloy

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Front Suspension	Double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers	MacPherson strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers	Multi-link independent suspension
Front Suspension Type	Double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers	MacPherson strut suspension
Rear Suspension Type	Five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers	Multi-link independent suspension
Front Track Width	-	1690 mm
Rear Track Width	-	1700 mm

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
CO2 Emissions	380 g/km	25 g/km
Hybrid System Type	-	Plug-in Hybrid
Fuel Octane Requirement	-	Hybrid

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Ownership Role	Versatile owner-driven Rolls-Royce for urban, touring and off-road access	South Africa market model
Price Source	https://www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/johannesburg/en_GB/showroom.html	https://jetour.co.za/hybrid-efficiency-meets-adventure-meet-the-jetour-t1-i-dm/
Pricing Role	Price on application	flagship
Price Zar	-	689900 ZAR
Starting Price	-	689900
Starting Price Zar	-	689900

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Warranty	4 years; regional conditions apply	7-year/200,000 km vehicle warranty
Basic Warranty	4 years; regional conditions apply	7-year/200,000 km vehicle warranty

Spec	Cullinan	T1 i-DM
Service Plan	4 years / unlimited km	7-year/75,000 km service plan
Battery Warranty	-	8-year/160,000 km battery warranty

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100

Verdict readout

Cullinan leads by 1 points

Both Cullinan and T1 i-DM are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 73 /100

Lead 1 points

Data 94% confidence

#1 Winner

Cullinan

94% data confidence 3 strong categories

Best at Performance 99 Check Efficiency 28

Performance 99

Efficiency 28

Safety 99

Practicality 75

Ownership 44

Leads by 1 points

T1 i-DM

78% data confidence 3 strong categories

Best at Efficiency 98 Check Performance 41

Performance 41

Efficiency 98

Safety 94

Practicality 71

Ownership 62

Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%

Category leaders What moves the verdict

Performance Cullinan +58 Efficiency T1 i-DM +70 Safety Cullinan +5 Practicality Cullinan +4 Ownership T1 i-DM +18

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Why this score View full breakdown

Overall Winner

Cullinan

Performance 99/100

Efficiency 28/100

Safety 99/100

Practicality 75/100

Ownership 44/100

T1 i-DM

Performance 41/100

Efficiency 98/100

Safety 94/100

Practicality 71/100

Ownership 62/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Rolls-Royce Cullinan wins with 73 pts vs 72 pts for T1 i-DM

In structured scoring, Cullinan emerges as the stronger overall package. However, T1 i-DM 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 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: Cullinan 28 vs T1 i-DM 98. 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: Cullinan 99, T1 i-DM 94. 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: Cullinan 44, T1 i-DM 62. 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: Cullinan 75, T1 i-DM 71. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Cullinan 99, T1 i-DM 41. 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 Cullinan edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The 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 Cullinan and T1 i-DM in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Cullinan scores 99 vs 41.

Efficiency: Cullinan scores 28 vs 98.

Safety: Cullinan scores 99 vs 94.

Practicality: Cullinan scores 75 vs 71.

Ownership: Cullinan scores 44 vs 62.

Final structured scoring gives Cullinan the advantage in this comparison.

Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs Jetour T1 i-DM

Rolls-Royce Cullinan

Jetour T1 i-DM

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Key Specs Side by Side

The Bottom Line

Where They Actually Differ

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Cullinan

T1 i-DM

Which One's Right for You?

Cullinan

T1 i-DM

Full Specs, Side by Side

Overall Verdict Score

Cullinan leads by 1 points

Cullinan

T1 i-DM

Cullinan

T1 i-DM

So, Which One Should You Buy?

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In Depth — Breaking It All Down