A Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge faces a Bentley Bentayga in a drag race showdown between two of the world’s most luxurious SUVs.
Two of the world’s most opulent SUVs went head-to-head in a recent drag race, pitting the Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge against the Bentley Bentayga in a test of raw power and engineering. While both represent the pinnacle of luxury travel, their performance credentials came under scrutiny when lined up for a quarter-mile sprint.
The Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge carries under its hood a formidable 6.75-liter twin-turbocharged V12, producing 600 horsepower and an immense 900Nm of torque. Power is channeled to all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission. At 2,660 kilograms, the Cullinan is a heavyweight contender, but its engineering pedigree and smooth delivery make it more than just a luxury cruiser. With a starting price of around £380,000, it is also significantly more expensive than its rival.
In the opposite lane, the Bentley Bentayga presents a leaner package. Its 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 generates 550 horsepower and 770Nm of torque, paired with the same 8-speed automatic and all-wheel-drive system. Weighing 2,416 kilograms, the Bentayga holds a weight advantage of more than 200 kilograms over the Rolls. At £227,000 when new, it also undercuts the Cullinan on price, though it competes fiercely in performance and prestige.
On paper, the matchup comes down to a clash between power and weight. The Rolls offers more horsepower and torque, but the Bentley’s lighter build promises faster off-the-line agility. In drag racing, that difference often proves critical, even among luxury SUVs built with refinement as their foremost goal.
For enthusiasts, the spectacle highlights just how far performance has come in the high-end SUV market. Whether prioritizing Bentley’s sharper edge or Rolls-Royce’s commanding presence, the race underscores one fact: luxury no longer comes at the expense of speed.
