Rolls-Royce SUV Mule Looks Absolutely Ridiculous

Stephen Elmer
by Stephen Elmer

Rolls-Royce has revealed a rather odd test mule for its upcoming SUV.

The British automaker has released photos of the first test mule for Project Cullinan, the brand’s upcoming SUV, or as they say it, a “high-sided, all-terrain motor car.” The mule seen in the photos is a based on a shortened Phantom Series II body and has been put together to develop a new all-wheel drive suspension setup. No explanation of the massive rear spoiler was offered.

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While the test mule paints an accurate picture as to the size of the upcoming SUV, Rolls says that the styling of the mule is not related to the final vehicle in any way.

The first tests will study the car’s on-road behavior and will take place around the world on a multitude of driving surfaces. Rolls will spend equal time off-road as well, to ensure the car has the hallmark “magic-carpet” ride when the wheels leave the pavement.

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Stephen Elmer
Stephen Elmer

Stephen covers all of the day-to-day events of the industry as the News Editor at AutoGuide, along with being the AG truck expert. His truck knowledge comes from working long days on the woodlot with pickups and driving straight trucks professionally. When not at his desk, Steve can be found playing his bass or riding his snowmobile or Sea-Doo. Find Stephen on <A title="@Selmer07 on Twitter" href="http://www.twitter.com/selmer07">Twitter</A> and <A title="Stephen on Google+" href="http://plus.google.com/117833131531784822251?rel=author">Google+</A>

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