DecodedCars2026 Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 6.7L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 210.2 in
- Curb weight
- 6,069 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 30% below the 2026 standard SUV average of 20 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Rolls-Royce Cullinan is a standard SUV offered with a 6.7L 12-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 210 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 130-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,069 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 19 highway), 30% worse than the 2026 standard SUV average of 20 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Cullinan — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Cullinan →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 210.2 in | 78.7 in | 72.4 in | 129.9 in | – | 6,069 lb | 49/51 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cullinan | 6.7L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -30% | $5,850 | 609 |
| Cullinan Black Badge | 6.7L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -30% | $5,850 | 609 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Rolls-Royce Cullinan.
Recalls (1)
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly › Recliner · Mar 12, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V143000 · 102 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (Rolls-Royce) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Rolls-Royce Cullinan vehicles. The fixing bolts may not have been properly tightened. The bolts may loosen and damage the left or right rear seat belt webbing or allow the backrest to move under pressure from items in the luggage compartment.
- Risk
- A damaged seat belt or unsecured seat back may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of 135/2,000 Safety Risk: Crash Fire Death Injury Consumer Advisories: Do Not Drive Park Outside Remedy Description:injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Owners are advised not to use the rear seats or luggage compartment until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect, tighten, or replace the fixing bolts as necessary, free of charge. In addition, the left and right rear seat belts will be inspected and replaced as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. Owners acmay contt Rolls-Royce M Cotor Carsustomer Relations and Services at 1-833-765-5727.
Not every 2026 Rolls-Royce Cullinan is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2026 Rolls-Royce Cullinan in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Cullinan years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Cullinan | 13 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Cullinan | 14 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Cullinan | 14 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 Cullinan | 14 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Cullinan | 14 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 Cullinan | 14 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 Cullinan | 14 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 Cullinan | 14 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Rolls-Royce. How we calculate this →