Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs GWM Tank 500
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
GWM Tank 500
3.0T Hi4-T Luxury
Plug-in Hybrid
9-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,149,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 340 kW
🔧 750 Nm
⛽ 40 km/l
＋
Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs GWM Tank 500: the short answer
Tank 500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Cullinan remains close.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Cullinan420 kW @ 5000-6000 rpm | Tank 500340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Cullinan850 Nm @ 1600-4250 rpm | Tank 500750 Nm |
| Engine Size | Cullinan6749 cc | Tank 5002999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Cullinan5.95 km/l | Tank 50040 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Cullinan173 mm | Tank 500224 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)
Cullinan
Strengths
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Specification evidence leader
Tank 500
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Cullinan
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Tank 500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2018 | 2025 |
| Generation | Cullinan Series II, the current evolution of the marque's five-door super-luxury SUV | First generation Tank 500, launched globally in 2023 and brought to South Africa in 2025. Local specification leans toward maximum equipment loading and softer suspension calibration versus the Chinese-domestic version. |
| Facelift History | Cullinan was introduced in South Africa in 2018 and received its most extensive evolution as Cullinan Series II in May 2024 | Recently launched into the SA market in 2025; no facelift to date. Software updates expected to refine hybrid system behaviour and adaptive air suspension calibration based on early SA fleet feedback. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2024 | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Five-door luxury SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Full-size super-luxury SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Internal-combustion sport utility vehicle | SUV |
| Color Note | - | Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Pittsburgh Silver, Cosmos Grey, Atlantic Blue and Adventure Olive Green. Two-tone roof options available with selected base colours. |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 2680 kg |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5355 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width | 2000 mm | 1996 mm |
| Height | 1835 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3295 mm | 2950 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 173 mm | 224 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 173 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 612 l | 580 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2725 kg | 2680 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3300 kg | 3200 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 575 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 2700 kg | 3000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.6 m | 13 m |
| Front Headroom | 1064 mm | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 1026 mm | 960 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1006 mm | 1050 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 1090 mm | 890 mm |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.75-litre V12 petrol | 3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Code | N74B68A | GW4C30D |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 6749 cc | 2999 cc |
| Cylinders | 12 | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | V | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 48 | 24 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Twin Turbocharged | Twin Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 89 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 90.4 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 420 kW @ 5000-6000 rpm | 340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 850 Nm @ 1600-4250 rpm | 750 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | 320 kW |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | 750 Nm |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 sec | 4.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Low | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 154.1 kW/tonne | 119.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 311.9 Nm/tonne | 279.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 27 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | 135 km |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-speed ZF automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering | Front Engine All Wheel Drive |
| Transfer Case | ATC 13 transfer case | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No lockable differential | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.81:1 | 3.73 |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 9 |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed ZF automatic | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Type | Satellite Aided automatic gear selection | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive | All Wheel Drive (Hi4-T Hybrid) |
| 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 | Yes |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Gearbox Type | 8-speed ZF automatic | 9-Speed 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 | AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 9 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| LSD Available | - | Yes |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 14.7:1 |
| Gear Shift Indicator | - | Yes |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Reverse Gear Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 5.95 km/l | 40 km/l |
| City Mileage | 5.10 km/l | 28.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 8.08 km/l | 47.6 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6e (B6e) | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Automatic start/stop: Yes | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 5.95 km/l | 40 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 90 | 80 |
| Combined Driving Range | 536-563 km (calculated from 90 L and 16.0-16.8 l/100 km WLTP) | 135 |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | - | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Fuel Filler Cap | - | Lockable |
| Range Real World Highway | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 8 | 8 |
| 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 | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Rear child-safety locks | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | ISOFIX child-seat mounts | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Dynamic Brake Control | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front seatbelt warning sensor | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | Yes |
| AEB | Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function | Yes |
| BA | Dynamic Brake Control | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Head Protection System | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Driver airbag | Yes |
| EBD | Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Hill Start Assist | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Front-passenger airbag | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Stability Control | Dynamic Stability Control | Yes |
| TCS | Dynamic Traction Control | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Active front knee protection | No |
| ABS EBD | Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Yes |
| Brake Override System | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Tracking System | - | Optional |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control fitted to the referenced current vehicle | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Speed Limit Information | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | High-Beam Assistance | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Rear View Camera | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Yes |
| Park Assist | Park Assist and Reversing Assistant | Yes |
| 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 |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | Yes |
| Sport Mode | - | Yes |
| Attention Assist | - | Yes |
| Auto Park Assist | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front and Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front and Rear |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera with 3D view | Yes |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives | Nappa Leather |
| Heated Seats | Available, including rear-seat heating | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Available, including rear-seat cooling | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Illuminated Fascia with Cullinan wordmark and Cityscape graphic; illuminated Spirit of Ecstasy Clock Cabinet | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel | Leather Wrapped |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Electronically folding 2/3 and 1/3 rear bench | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory | 12-Way Electric |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory | 4-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Placed Perforation leather available | Nappa Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1520 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1480 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Yes |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Yes |
| Cooled Seats | - | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | Yes |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | - | Folding with storage |
| Armrest Rear | - | Centre folding with cupholders |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 780 |
| Cargo Net | - | No |
| Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Quilted Nappa leather upholstery. 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. Full digital instrument cluster with multi-display configurations. Head-up display. Ventilated and heated front |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | - | LED |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black with silver accents |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Nappa Leather |
| Massage Seat Front | - | Yes |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Entertainment | - | No |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Height | - | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Seat Heating Rear | - | Yes |
| Seat Ventilation Rear | - | Yes |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | - | 0 |
| Third Row Seats | - | No |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic four-zone climate control | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Comfort Access keyless entry | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Engine start button | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Wireless smartphone charging | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Power-operated two-part Clasp tailgate | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers | Yes |
| AC Type | Automatic four-zone climate control | Yes |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 780 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 780 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electric |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Yes |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Yes |
| Boot Opener | - | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | Yes |
| Chrome Grille | - | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 3 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.38 |
| Driver Display | - | Digital |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Engine start button | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Engine start button | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 2.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Yes |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic glass roof | Yes |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Engine start button | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 |
| Rear Wing | - | Integrated Spoiler |
| Remote Engine Start | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | - | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Seat Type | - | High Bolster Sports Seat |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates | - | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Full-size matching spare wheel fitted on an exact 2026 commissioned vehicle; mounted inside | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Progressive |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 340 sec |
| Active Safety Alert | - | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic four-zone climate control | Yes |
| Ambient Light Zones | - | Multi-zone |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | Yes |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Full-length with storage |
| Coat Hooks Rear | - | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Cornering Lights | - | Yes |
| Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Difflock | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Door Sill Trim | - | Aluminium |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | - | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electric |
| Follow Me Home Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Front Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Variable intermittent |
| Glove Box | - | Lockable illuminated |
| Grab Handles Rear | - | Yes |
| Headrest Front | - | Adjustable |
| Headrest Rear | - | Adjustable |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Horn Type | - | Electric |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | - | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | Yes |
| 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 |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | - | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Oil Pressure Warning | - | Yes |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Pedal Covers | - | Aluminium-style |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Front | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Yes |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Yes |
| Refrigerated Console | - | Yes |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rev Counter | - | Yes |
| Rim Size | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments | 22 |
| Roof Load | - | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Front and Rear |
| Sound System | 16 | 12 |
| Source Model Column | - | tank-500 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Sunvisors | - | Dual with vanity mirrors |
| Surround View Monitor | Surround View Camera with 3D view | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Temperature Gauge | - | Yes |
| Three Zone Climate | - | Yes |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | Yes |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Receiver hitch compatible |
| TPMS | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Comfort Access keyless entry | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Welcome Lighting | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Wireless smartphone charging | Yes |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay compatibility | Yes |
| Android Auto | Android Auto compatibility | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Bluetooth wireless technology; rear passengers can pair headphones individually | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 16 | 12 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | SPIRIT digital instrument interface | Yes |
| USB Ports | USB Type-C ports | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | Yes |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | Yes |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay compatibility | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Android Auto compatibility | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Yes |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | 14.6-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 16 | 12 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | Yes |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 4 |
| Head Up Display | - | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Exterior Colour Options | Emperador Truffle; Crystal Over finish available | 6 |
| Headlights | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Yes |
| Body Cladding | - | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Metal Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Overhang | - | 880 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 890 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Metal Roof |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electric |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front fog lamps | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Wading Depth | 540 mm | 800 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Everywhere mode: rough track, gravel, wet grass, mud, snow and sand | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No lockable differential | Yes |
| 4WD System Type | Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive with all-wheel steering | Not Applicable |
| Approach Angle | - | 33 deg |
| Departure Angle | - | 28 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Yes |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 33 deg |
| Breakover Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Breakover Angle Deg | - | 22 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 28 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 280 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 224 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Front | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Yes |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Yes |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 800 mm |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 285/45R22 |
| Front Brake Type | Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-size matching spare wheel fitted on an exact 2026 commissioned vehicle; mounted inside | Yes |
| Wheel Rim Size | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments | 22 |
| Handbrake Type | Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs | Electronic parking brake |
| Wheel Type | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 308 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 292 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 114 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | V |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size matching spare wheel fitted on an exact 2026 commissioned vehicle; mounted inside | Yes |
| Tyre Type | - | Highway All-Terrain |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments | 22 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Spare Wheel Location | - | Under vehicle / boot floor |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Alloy |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
| Wheel Cover | - | Alloy |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | - | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 22 |
| Wheels | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Front Track Width | - | 1560 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1570 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Air Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Hydraulic |
| Air Suspension | - | Yes |
| Air Suspension Modes | - | 5 |
| Chassis Material | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Front Suspension Type | Double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension Type | Five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Hydraulic |
| Suspension | - | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 380 g/km | 58 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Plug-In Hybrid AWD (Hi4-T) |
| Noise Level | - | Low |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 95 Octane Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | - | No |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 5/5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 58 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | EVAP Canister |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 58 |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 4 years / unlimited km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 10000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Included in Service Plan |
| Battery Warranty | - | 8 Years / 160,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 7.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km |
| First Service At | - | 5000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 years / unlimited km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 years / unlimited km | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | 110A |
| Service Intervals | - | 10000 |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | 1149900 ZAR |
| Starting Price | - | 1149900 |
| Starting Price Zar | - | 1149900 |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 6 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Spec | Cullinan | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 3.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 3.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 5.5 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Cullinan and Tank 500 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 Tank 500 100.
Efficiency index: Cullinan 28 vs Tank 500 97.
Safety-equipment index: Cullinan 99 vs Tank 500 100.
Practicality index: Cullinan 75 vs Tank 500 83.
Ownership-cover index: Cullinan not separately scored vs Tank 500 65.
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
Tank 500 leads by 11 points
Tank 500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Cullinan remains close.
Evidence leader
90
/100
Lead
11
points
Data
96%
source coverage
90
#1
Evidence leader
Tank 500
96% source coverage
4 strong categories
Best at
Performance 100
Check
Ownership 65
Performance
100
Efficiency
97
Safety
100
Practicality
83
Ownership
65
Leads by 11 points
79
#2
Cullinan
83% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Performance 99
Check
Efficiency 28
Performance
99
Efficiency
28
Safety
99
Practicality
75
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Tank 500 +1
Efficiency
Tank 500 +69
Safety
Tank 500 +1
Practicality
Tank 500 +8
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tank 500
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
97/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
83/100
Ownership
65/100
Cullinan
Performance
99/100
Efficiency
28/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
75/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
GWM Tank 500
leads the specification evidence index with 90 pts
vs 79 pts for Cullinan
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tank 500 leads. However, Cullinan 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 Tank 500 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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