• The new Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV at Abu Dhabi Motors in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The new Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV at Abu Dhabi Motors in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The Cullinan is Rolls-Royce's first SUV, after years of speculation. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The Cullinan is Rolls-Royce's first SUV, after years of speculation. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The SUV rides on 22-inch alloys. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The SUV rides on 22-inch alloys. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The Cullinan is named after the largest diamond in the world. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The Cullinan is named after the largest diamond in the world. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Rear "coach" doors that open in the opposite direction to regular doors are a Rolls trademark. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Rear "coach" doors that open in the opposite direction to regular doors are a Rolls trademark. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The engine is a 6.75-litre twin-turbo V12. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The engine is a 6.75-litre twin-turbo V12. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The V12 produces 563bhp and 850Nm of torque. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The V12 produces 563bhp and 850Nm of torque. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • It boasts an all-new all-wheel drive, all-wheel steer system. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    It boasts an all-new all-wheel drive, all-wheel steer system. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The adjustable ride height lowers by 40 millimetres to aid access for passengers. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The adjustable ride height lowers by 40 millimetres to aid access for passengers. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The long list of technology includes night vision, a four-camera system with panoramic view, high-resolution head-up display and Wi-Fi hotspot. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The long list of technology includes night vision, a four-camera system with panoramic view, high-resolution head-up display and Wi-Fi hotspot. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The vehicle was tested all around the world, including in the UAE. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The vehicle was tested all around the world, including in the UAE. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The rear seats can be individually folded down flat at the touch of a button, either from the rear of the car or inside the cabin. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The rear seats can be individually folded down flat at the touch of a button, either from the rear of the car or inside the cabin. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Orders for the new SUV are being taken now. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Orders for the new SUV are being taken now. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The base price of the Cullinan is Dh1.8 million. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The base price of the Cullinan is Dh1.8 million. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • The new Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV at Abu Dhabi Motors in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    The new Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV at Abu Dhabi Motors in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National

The new Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV in Abu Dhabi – in pictures


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Rolls-Royce's new SUV, the Cullinan, was in the capital city at Abu Dhabi Motors' showroom in Al Maqta for a special viewing – you can navigate through our gallery to see the Dh1.8 million motor in all its luxurious glory.

The vehicle, which is named after the largest rough diamond ever found, is the British brand's first entry into the lucrative luxury SUV market.

It is powered by a 6.75-litre twin-turbo V12 engine, connected to an all-new all-wheel drive, all-wheel steer system.

The Cullinan was tested in numerous countries across the globe, including the UAE, and is available to order now.

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