Rolls-Royce Plans To Launch An Electric Cullinan By 2030

SAUDI ARABIA: Rolls-Royce’s popular Cullinan SUV may get an EV makeover as soon as 2030. A battery-powered model has been spotted testing in Scandinavia, and it has made fans excited for what’s to come. The Cullinan EV could potentially be the second EV from the Rolls-Royce lineup and a major part of the brand’s plan to transform its entire lineup to EVs by the end of 2030.

The spied EV Cullinan has similar dimensions and design to that of the petrol-powered Cullinan. The model was camouflaged in livery and tested in alpine conditions when it was spied in Scandinavia. The only design information that could be figured out under the camouflage was the position and the design of the LED headlights and the taillights.

As the first EV SUV from Rolls-Royce, the model could have similar specifications to the first EV from Rolls-Royce, the Spectre coupe. The model in question (Spectre coupe) produces 430 kW from dual electric motors. The 102 kWh battery offers a claimed range of 555 km as per European WLTP lab testing.

As the powertrain details have not been shared yet, there’s speculation that the Rolls-Royce Cullinan EV could also borrow electric technology from the new-generation iX3. The iX3 also uses dual electric motors and has a 805 km claimed range.

Another important distinction that the brand has not shared yet is whether the Cullinan EV will replace the Cullinan petrol variant or not. Considering Rolls-Royce also aims to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050, it could potentially mean the brand can phase out its legendary ICE variants.

Source Credit: CarAndDriver

FAQs

Q1) When will the new Rolls-Royce Cullinan launch?

A) The Rolls-Royce Cullinan is expected to launch by 2030. This will be the second EV in the Rolls-Royce lineup.

Q2) What is the powertrain for the new Rolls-Royce Cullinan?

A) Details surrounding the powertrain and performance of the Rolls-Royce Cullinan EV have not been released as of yet. However, it is expected that the car may mimic the powertrain of Rolls-Royce’s first EV or it can borrow its powertrain from the latest generation BMW iX3. 


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