The 2019 Cullinan breaks a lot of new ground for Rolls-Royce. It is the first Rolls to have all-wheel drive, the first with a hatchback, and—in a more modest step forward—the first to use touchscreens for its infotainment system. Yet all that fades into insignificance next to the most obvious difference between this and every other vehicle Rolls has made throughout its 112-year history: This is the company’s first SUV. The production version is keeping its development code name, Cullinan being the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever found. With V-12 power and a price that we’re told will eclipse all its obvious rivals’, that model name seems appropriate. In what we can only assume is a knowing reference to Get Shorty, company CEO Torsten Müller-Ötvös says it is the “Rolls-Royce of SUVs.”
The 2019 Cullinan is Rolls-Royce's first foray into the premium luxury SUV class.Part of the first Cullinan generation introduced for 2019.
Pros Unmistakable Rolls-Royce presence Interior craftsmanship is unparalleled An abundance of power from a turbocharged V12 Endless customization options
Cons Prohibitively expensive, even for the class Styling is awkward and bulky from many angles
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator is a three-row SUV that fits in the Lincoln lineup just beneath the Navigator. It's rear-drive-based and shares its underpinnings with the new rear-drive Ford Explorer. Part of the second Aviator generation introduced for the 2020 model year
Pros Upscale design inside and out Powerful standard engine Lots of advanced features Available plug-in hybrid powertrain
Cons Third row is not really suitable for adults Perfect Position seats add lots of complexity for minor gains in comfort Price can rise quickly with options
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator gives wing to Ford’s luxury-SUV ambitions, with sensational style and Lincoln’s first plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
Pros A baby Navigator, in the best ways Wide-screen infotainment and displays Plug-in hybrid power Versatile three-row seating A stunning interior
Cons Puts the $$$ in $$$$ Small third-row seat V-6 engine moan Grand Touring shift quality and weight
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Lincoln Aviator has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Incredibly user-friendly infotainment system Stylish cabin with plenty of cargo space Cushioned ride Powerful engine
Cons Some rivals are more opulent Less agile than some competitors Narrow front seats detract from comfort
