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Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs Bentley Bentayga comparison

Compare performance (600 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (275,400 £ vs 177,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Rolls-Royce Cullinan or Bentley Bentayga?

Rolls-Royce Cullinan vs Bentley Bentayga: Key differences

Rolls-Royce Cullinan

  • very slightly more power
  • slightly more trunk space
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Bentley Bentayga

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Cullinan

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Bentley Bentayga is clearly cheaper – starting at 177,300 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Cullinan costs 275,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 98,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Bentley Bentayga uses 13 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Cullinan with 16 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Bentayga

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan offers very slightly more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Bentayga is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Rolls-Royce Cullinan takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Cullinan delivers a bit more torque with 900 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Bentley Bentayga is a bit lighter – 2,415 kg compared to 2,660 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan offers slightly more boot space – 555 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

When it comes to payload, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan carries barely more – 840 kg compared to 835 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Bentley Bentayga is narrowly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £177,300
Bentayga

Bentley Bentayga

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 462 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 13 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 50 km
Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Bentley Bentayga

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan

The Cullinan seamlessly combines the hallmark luxury of Rolls-Royce with the rugged versatility of an SUV, making it a true standout in the automotive landscape. Its impeccably crafted interior envelops passengers in a serene atmosphere, complemented by advanced technology and unparalleled comfort. With its commanding presence on the road, the Cullinan redefines what it means to travel in style without compromising on capability.

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Bentley Bentayga

The Bentley Bentayga wraps top-tier luxury and SUV practicality into one impeccably finished package, with a hushed cabin and amenities that pamper both driver and passengers. It’s the sort of car that signals success with understatement — a tailored suit on wheels that makes long drives feel like first-class travel.

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Bentley Bentayga

Costs and Consumption

Price
275,400 - 324,600 £
Price
177,300 - 230,400 £
Consumption L/100km
16 - 16.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
50 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
17.3 kWh
co2
363 - 380 g/km
co2
294 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,660 kg
Curb weight
2,415 - 2,514 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 - 5,305 mm
Width
2,000 mm
Width
1,998 mm
Height
-
Height
1,728 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,774 L
Payload
840 kg
Payload
736 - 835 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
571 - 600 HP
Power HP
462 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
254 - 290 km/h
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Torque
700 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
420 - 441 kW
Power kW
340 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
6,749 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Brand
Bentley
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