Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs Nissan X-Trail
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
Nissan X-Trail
2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat
Petrol
CVT
Current
ZAR 812,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 135 kW
🔧 244 Nm
⛽ 12.8 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs Nissan X-Trail: the short answer
Cullinan has a modest catalogue-index lead, while X-Trail remains close.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Cullinan420 kW @ 5000-6000 rpm | X-Trail135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Cullinan850 Nm @ 1600-4250 rpm | X-Trail244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Engine Size | Cullinan6749 cc | X-Trail2488 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Cullinan5.95 km/l | X-Trail12.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Cullinan173 mm | X-Trail211 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Nissan South Africa X-Trail specifications page and September 2025 brochure
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Cullinan
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
X-Trail
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Cullinan
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
X-Trail
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2018 | 2001 |
| Generation | Cullinan Series II, the current evolution of the marque's five-door super-luxury SUV | T33 fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail for South Africa |
| Facelift History | Cullinan was introduced in South Africa in 2018 and received its most extensive evolution as Cullinan Series II in May 2024 | Current South African T33 X-Trail specification from Nissan official page and September 2025 brochure |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2024 | 2023 |
| 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 | Family SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Internal-combustion sport utility vehicle | SUV |
| Color Note | - | White, Silver, Black, Grey, Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1666 kg |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5355 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1835 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3295 mm | 2705 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 173 mm | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 173 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 612 l | 485 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2725 kg | 1666 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3300 kg | 2295 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 575 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 2700 kg | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.6 m | 11.1 m |
| Front Headroom | 1064 mm | 1050 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 1026 mm | 1000 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1006 mm | 1095 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 1090 mm | 892 mm |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.75-litre V12 petrol | 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | N74B68A | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 6749 cc | 2488 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 | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 89 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 90.4 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 420 kW @ 5000-6000 rpm | 135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 850 Nm @ 1600-4250 rpm | 244 Nm @ 3600 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 195 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 sec | 10.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Low | Eco, Normal, Sport plus terrain modes |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 154.1 kW/tonne | 81 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 311.9 Nm/tonne | 146.5 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 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-speed ZF automatic | Xtronic CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Transfer Case | ATC 13 transfer case | Intelligent 4x4 direct-coupling system |
| Differential Lock | No lockable differential | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.81:1 | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 8 | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed ZF automatic | CVT |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Satellite Aided automatic gear selection | CVT |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive | Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Engagement | Everywhere off-road capability engaged by one button | Automatic Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Standard |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Everywhere button | Drive and terrain mode selector |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 8-speed ZF automatic | Xtronic CVT |
| 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 | 4WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | Not Applicable |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| LSD Available | - | Standard |
| Gear Shift Indicator | - | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Engine Position | - | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 5.95 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | 5.10 km/l | 11.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 8.08 km/l | 15.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6e (B6e) | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Automatic start/stop: Yes | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 5.95 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 90 | 55 |
| 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 |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 8 | Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags |
| 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 | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Hill Start Assist | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Rear child-safety locks | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | ISOFIX child-seat mounts | Standard |
| 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 | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Front Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | Standard |
| AEB | Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function | Standard |
| BA | Dynamic Brake Control | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | Head Protection System | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Driver airbag | Standard |
| EBD | Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Hill Start Assist | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Front-passenger airbag | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front seatbelt warning sensor | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Side Airbags | Front side-impact airbags | Standard |
| 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 |
| Brake Override System | - | Not Available |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Far Side Airbag | - | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Vehicle security system |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Vehicle security system |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention |
| Side Impact Beams | - | - |
| Whiplash Protection | - | - |
| Safety Rating | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control fitted to the referenced current vehicle | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Lane Keep Assist | Lane Departure Warning with Active Return | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Lane Departure Warning | Lane Departure Warning with Active Return | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Rear View Camera | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Surround View Camera with 3D view | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Driver Attention Alert | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Speed Limit Information | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | High-Beam Assistance | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Rear View Camera | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Park Assist | Park Assist and Reversing Assistant | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Surround View Camera with 3D view | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Collision Warning with Brake Function | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera with 3D view | Standard |
| Blind Spot Intervention | - | Standard |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Auto Lights | - | Automatic headlights |
| Eco Mode | - | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | - | Intelligent Emergency Braking with junction assist and pedestrian/cyclist detection |
| Front Camera | - | Around View Monitor camera system |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Emergency Braking |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Rear parking camera |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Sport Mode | - | Standard |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives | Leather-accented |
| Heated Seats | Available, including rear-seat heating | Standard |
| Ventilated Seats | Available, including rear-seat cooling | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Illuminated Fascia with Cullinan wordmark and Cityscape graphic; illuminated Spirit of Ecstasy Clock Cabinet | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel | Leather-accented |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Electronically folding 2/3 and 1/3 rear bench | 40/20/40 split-fold second row |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory | Power slide, reclining, lifter, tilt and 2-way lumbar |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory | Manual slide and reclining |
| Seat Trim | Placed Perforation leather available | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Fabric Seats | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Interior Colours | - | 5 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Spacious cabin, touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, flexible seating layout |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Massage Seats | - | Driver and passenger seat massage functionality |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1451 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1422 mm |
| Heated Front Seats | - | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 40:20:40 sliding/reclining second row and 50:50 third-row dive-down seats |
| Third Row Seats | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 651 |
| Steering Type | - | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Power driver seat with manual passenger seat |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | 2-way power driver lumbar |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Rear Armrest | - | Second-row centre armrest |
| Second Row Seat Configuration | - | 40/20/40 split second row with manual slide, manual recline, single folding and armrest through to third row |
| Third Row Seat Configuration | - | 50/50 split third row with manual reclining and dive-down folding |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | - | 2 |
| Cup Holders | - | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Standard |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual slide and reclining passenger seat |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Rear centre armrest |
| Cooled Seats | - | Not Available |
| Driver Seat | - | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Seats | - | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Front seat back pockets |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Standard |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Power reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 40/20/40 split second row and 50/50 dive-down third row |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Memory Seats | - | - |
| Front Headrest | - | - |
| Rear Headrest | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic four-zone climate control | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down | Front and rear power windows |
| Keyless Entry | Comfort Access keyless entry | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Push Button Start | Engine start button | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Wireless smartphone charging | Standard |
| Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof | 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 | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | 12.3-inch |
| Heads Up Display | - | 10.8-inch head-up display |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Propilot | - | Standard |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Skid Plates | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Sound System | 16 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | - | x-trail |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Surround View Monitor | Surround View Camera with 3D view | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Standard |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Comfort Access keyless entry | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Variant Role | - | Off-road or adventure derivative |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | Wireless smartphone charging | Standard |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1298 l |
| Rim Size | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments | 19 |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic four-zone climate control | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Standard |
| Power Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Privacy Windows | - | Standard |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.33 |
| Roof Load | - | 100 kg |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1298 l |
| Spare Wheel | Full-size matching spare wheel fitted on an exact 2026 commissioned vehicle; mounted inside | Temporary spare wheel |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Second-row air vents |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V outlet in instrument panel and cargo area |
| Tail Lamps | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| TPMS | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Standard |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Driver Alertness | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | 4 cargo tie-down hooks |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Bottle Holders | - | Front 2 / second row 2 / third row 2 cupholders |
| Centre Console | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Climate Zones | - | 2 |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct injection |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Driver Display | - | Full TFT meter with speed, tachometer and gauges |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Front Armrest | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 12V instrument panel outlet |
| Front Wiper | - | Variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Washer nozzle with variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 7.8 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Capless fuel filler door |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Manual Aircon | - | Not Available |
| Mirror | - | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Standard |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Smart keyless entry with push-button start |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Instrument panel and cargo area 12V outlets |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | LED tail lights |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 40/20/40 second row and 50/50 third row |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Sonar | - | Parking distance sensors |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Front and rear stabiliser bars |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Tachometer | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Standard |
| Tilt Steering | - | Standard |
| Trip Computer | - | Full TFT meter with gauges |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Standard |
| Voice Command | - | Voice recognition |
| Voice Command Support | - | Voice recognition |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 10.4 sec |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Silver roof rails / 100 kg maximum roof load |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | - |
| Engine Check Warning | - | - |
| Steering Response | - | - |
| Side Steps | - | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | - |
| Remote Engine Start | - | - |
| Remote Start | - | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | - |
| Boot Opener | - | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | - |
| Headlamp Washer | - | - |
| Roof Antenna | - | - |
| Rear Wing | - | - |
| Aero Kit | - | - |
| Chrome Grille | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | - |
| Powered Tailgate | - | - |
| Service Reminder | - | - |
| Glove Box | - | - |
| Lift Gate | - | - |
| Sub Frame | - | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | - |
| Side Impact Bars | - | - |
| Engine Warranty | - | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | Not Applicable |
| Intercooler | - | Not Applicable |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available | 12.3-inch NissanConnect display with navigation |
| Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay compatibility | Standard |
| Android Auto | Android Auto compatibility | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Bluetooth wireless technology; rear passengers can pair headphones individually | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 16 | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | SPIRIT digital instrument interface | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| USB Ports | USB Type-C ports | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Audio Speakers | 16 | 6 |
| Audio System | - | 6 speaker audio system |
| Connected Services | - | NissanConnect smartphone integration |
| Display Audio | - | 12.3-inch |
| Head Up Display | - | 10.8 inch Head-Up Display |
| Infotainment Display | - | 12.3-inch |
| Multi Information Display | - | 12.3-inch |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Navigation System | - | Satellite navigation |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay compatibility | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Android Auto compatibility | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Standard |
| Radio | - | AM/FM radio and DAB+ digital radio |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | Front USB-A/USB-C and second-row USB-A/USB-C |
| Audio | - | AM/FM, DAB+, Bluetooth audio streaming |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Voice Control | - | Voice recognition |
| AUX Input | - | - |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | - |
| Premium Audio | - | Bose sound system with 10 speakers |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Front fog lamps | Standard |
| Roof Rails | No; vehicle not approved for roof loads | Silver roof rails |
| Exterior Colour Options | Emperador Truffle; Crystal Over finish available | Two-tone colours available on Acenta Plus, plus monotone palette |
| Headlights | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | Standard |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic glass roof | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Front Overhang | - | 935 mm |
| Front Overhang Mm | - | 935 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1040 mm |
| Rear Overhang Mm | - | 1040 mm |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front fog lamps | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | - | Standard |
| Headlamps | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | Standard |
| Led Headlights | Rolls-Royce LED headlights | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | Standard |
| DRL | Vertical daytime-running-light treatment | Standard |
| Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Led Taillights | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body colour |
| Body Cladding | - | Black side moulding |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body colour |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Two-tone body colour |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | - |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | - |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Wading Depth | 540 mm | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Everywhere mode: rough track, gravel, wet grass, mud, snow and sand | Mud / Snow / Sand |
| Locking Differential | No lockable differential | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive with all-wheel steering | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 210 mm |
| Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Mud |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Sand |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Snow |
| Underbody Protection | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Approach Angle | - | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | - | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Standard |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Mud / Snow / Sand terrain modes |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Eco / Normal / Sport drive modes |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Type | Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes | 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 | Temporary spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments | 19 |
| Handbrake Type | Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheel Type | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheels | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheel Diameter | 22- and 23-inch approved fitments | 19 |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | - | 750 kg |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Standard |
| Brakes | - | Front and rear disc brakes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Standard |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic parking brake with auto hold |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Disc |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Standard |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Brake Assist System |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather-accented |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather-accented |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | - |
| Tyre Load Index | - | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Temporary steel spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Front Track Width | - | 1585 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1590 mm |
| Front Suspension Type | Double-wishbone self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Five-link self-levelling air suspension with electronically controlled dampers | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Power Steering | - | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-link rear suspension |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Suspension | - | Independent front strut / multi-link rear |
| Chassis Type | - | - |
| Front Spring Type | - | - |
| Rear Spring Type | - | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | - |
| Shock Absorbers | - | - |
| Chassis Material | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 380 g/km | 183 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Petrol |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 183 |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | - |
| Start Stop System | - | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | - |
| Noise Level | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 4 years / unlimited km | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15 000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15 000 km |
| Service Intervals | - | 15 000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | - |
| Alternator | - | - |
| First Service At | - | - |
| Approx Service Cost | - | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | - |
| Battery Warranty | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Versatile owner-driven Rolls-Royce for urban, touring and off-road access | Seven-seat family SUV flagship grade |
| Pricing Role | Price on application | Top 4WD seven-seat Xtronic CVT grade |
| Price Zar | - | 812900 ZAR |
| Starting Price | - | 812900 |
| Starting Price Zar | - | 812900 |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Warranty Kilometers | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Warranty Years | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | - |
| Spec | Cullinan | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | - |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Cullinan and X-Trail 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 X-Trail 56.
Efficiency index: Cullinan 28 vs X-Trail 50.
Safety-equipment index: Cullinan 99 vs X-Trail 94.
Practicality index: Cullinan 75 vs X-Trail 78.
Ownership-cover index: Cullinan not separately scored vs X-Trail not separately scored.
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 9 points
Cullinan has a modest catalogue-index lead, while X-Trail remains close.
Evidence leader
79
/100
Lead
9
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 9 points
70
#2
X-Trail
70% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 94
Check
Efficiency 50
Performance
56
Efficiency
50
Safety
94
Practicality
78
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Cullinan +43
Efficiency
X-Trail +22
Safety
Cullinan +5
Practicality
X-Trail +3
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Cullinan
Performance
99/100
Efficiency
28/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
75/100
X-Trail
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
78/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Rolls-Royce Cullinan
leads the specification evidence index with 79 pts
vs 70 pts for X-Trail
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Cullinan leads. However, X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.