Luxury SUV Battle: Cullinan vs. Maybach GLS 600

Cullinan vs. Maybach GLS 600: a battle of two luxury SUV titans. Both brands serve up exceptional sports utility vehicles for discerning drivers who demand not only stellar performance but the ride of a lifetime. They are undisputed leaders in their class, but does one offer an edge? How do they stack up against one another?

In the rarified world of luxury SUVs, the Cullinan broke the mold. It also has the distinction of being the brand’s first all-wheel drive vehicle. It took a burgeoning market to new heights with beautiful styling and impressive performance chops. The new Maybach is confident in taking on the Cullinan. Will it succeed? 

Luxury SUV Comparison: Power

The Cullinan boasts a 6.7 liter twin-turbo V12, capable of quiet, smooth, and astonishingly powerful torque delivery. The Maybach will offer a 4.0 liter twin-turbo V8 with EQ Boost and a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. Off the bat, this may seem like comparing apples to oranges, but let’s dig into performance specs. 

Mercedes’ luxury SUV pours on 550 hp and 538 lb-ft of torque. For its part, the Cullinan puts out 562 horses and 627 lb-ft of torque. How do they parlay these specs into performance? The Maybach GLS zooms from zero to 60 in 4.8 seconds, and its top speed is limited to 130 mph. Rolls-Royce’s model comes in at 4.5 seconds on its way to 155 mph. While more than adept at uneven, rough terrain, the Cullinan bests the Maybach here too with a Magic Carpet ride.

Cullinan vs. Maybach GLS 600: Design and Style

Power is only one component of any luxury SUV comparison. Design and style are integral as well. Rolls-Royce makes a statement with the Cullinan, and it may be an acquired taste. The body style emphasizes the long, angular bonnet. This is a vehicle that looks like it’s charging into the drive. For some, the more classic Maybach may appeal with a more rounded SUV-like body. It’s classic and svelte, while the Cullinan is a statement-maker.

Both vehicles boast luxurious interiors. One difference is that the Maybach is meant to be most fully enjoyed from the backseat, while the Cullinan is both a driver’s vehicle and a passengers’ (and it has those distinctive coach doors!). 

Who wins the battle of the Cullinan vs. Maybach GLS 600? It is close, and you will not be disappointed with either. We may be biased, but we say the luxury, power, performance, and sheer effortless appeal of the Cullinan gives it the edge. See why we’re confident that Rolls-Royce is the winner of this “battle” by contacting Rolls-Royce Palm Beach today.