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2021 Rolls-Royce

Cullinan

Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.7 L, Turbo

Rolls-Royce Cullinan: best and worst years
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Overview

Body
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
563
Power to weight
0.093 hp/lb
Axle ratio
2.81
Cyl
12EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
12 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$5,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
618 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
1/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
3/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
210 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
79 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
72 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
130 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
6,069 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
113 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
21 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
2
Owner complaints
0

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

32 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Sep 5, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMRRA08202502

    A small number of Rolls-Royce Cullinan (RR31) vehicles have been identified as having a potential issue concerning the key recognition. Due to a software error, the vehicle key may not be reliably recognized inside the trunk (boot) of the vehicle. This may potentially allow the vehicle to be locked while the key is in the trunk.

  • Dec 21, 2022ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRRA12202207

    A Rolls-Royce Phantom (RR11/12), Ghost (RR21/22) and Cullinan (RR31) vehicles have been identified as having a potential issue concerning the 2 x coolant pipe connections at the cylinder head. The coolant pipe retaining clips (jubilee clips) may not have been fitted in the correct position, which could result in a coolant leak.

  • Aug 16, 2022EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICALA08202201UC

    The vehicles identified may potentially not transfer incoming voice audio during a telematics call due to the 3G network deactivation in the United States. Therefore, this will affect all Connected Services voice audio in an Emergency call (E-call), Concierge call and Roadside assist calls.

  • Jul 27, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEMA07202206

    The vehicles identified may potentially not transfer incoming voice audio during a telematics call due to the 3G network deactivation in the United States. Therefore, this will affect all Connected Services voice audio in an Emergency call (E-call), Concierge call and Roadside assist calls.

  • Jun 15, 2022STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATEA06202204

    Service Action Tailgate spindle drive replacement

  • Apr 28, 2022STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATERRA04202206

    The affected vehicles have been identified as having a potential issue concerning the bottom (lower) tailgate spindle drive mechanism.  It could be possible that faulty spindle drive for the bottom tailgate may have been installed, which could fail over time.  Note:  It is still possible to manually operate the bottom tailgate by hand.

  • Sep 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65562989

    Complaints of deposits, crystalisation or emulsification in the coolant expansion tanks.

  • Sep 1, 2021EQUIPMENTRR64605110

    The vehicle has been brought to the workshop with a complaint relating to the SoE function.

  • and 24 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / unlimited mi
Powertrain
4 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
4 yr

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.