Bentley Motors has announced full details of its pinnacle, sector-defining new model, the Bentayga.
The Bentley Bentayga combines unparalleled luxury with effortless performance and everyday usability.
With an all-new W12 powertrain, the Bentayga is the fastest, most powerful, most luxurious and most exclusive SUV in the world. It offers a true Bentley driving experience and showcases innovative technology features.
Designed, engineered and handcrafted in Crewe, the Bentayga’s styling is pure Bentley. Sculptural with an elegant, timeless execution, it perfectly balances athleticism with confidence. From the four round LED headlamps and large matrix grille, to the distinctive power line and muscular haunches, the Bentley DNA is apparent throughout.
The Bentley Bentayga boasts the world’s finest automotive cabin, with unrivalled levels of precision. The detailing in metal, wood and leather – including meticulous tolerances between elements of trim – is the epitome of modern British luxury. This level of perfection is only achievable thanks to the exceptional craft and skill of Bentley’s colleagues in Crewe.
An all-new twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre W12 engine is at the heart of the new Bentayga. The mighty 12-cylinder unit combines efficiency and refinement with ultra-luxurious levels of power and torque. With 608 PS (600 bhp / 447kW) and 900 Nm (663 lb. ft) delivering a 0-60 mph time of 4.0 seconds (0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds) and a top speed of 187 mph (301 km/h), the Bentayga is the world’s most powerful and fastest SUV.
Wolfgang Dürheimer, chairman and chief executive of Bentley Motors, comments: “The Bentayga is truly the Bentley of SUVs. It redefines luxury in the SUV sector and offers a genuine Bentley experience in any environment, thanks to a combination of unparalleled attention to detail, go-anywhere ability and cutting-edge technology. With this extraordinary car we are looking forward
to an exciting period of strong growth and sales success for Bentley. The Bentayga is the next step in our brand’s bold future.”
The Bentayga will make its full public debut at the IAA Frankfurt Show from 15 to 27 September. Customer deliveries commence in early 2016.
Tech Spec
| Engine | |
| Type | 6-litre twin-turbocharged W12 TSI |
| Max Power | 608 PS / 600 bhp / 447 kW @ 5250-6000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 900 Nm / 664 lb.ft @1250-4500 rpm |
| Transmission | |
| Driveline | ZF eight-speed automatic gearbox, permanent all-wheel drive, Torsen centre differential, open rear differential, 40:60 front:rear torque split |
| Ratios | 1st: 4.71; 2nd: 3.14; 3rd: 2.1; 4th: 1.67; 5th: 1.29; 6th: 1.00; 7th: 0.839; 8th: 0.667 |
| Final Drive | 2.85 |
| Brakes, Wheels and Tyres | |
| Front Brakes | 400mm ventilated iron discs |
| Rear Brakes | 380mm ventilated iron discs |
| Wheels | Standard 20”, optional 21” and 22” |
| Tyres | Pirelli 275/50R20, 285/45 R21, 285/45 ZR21, 285/40ZR22 |
| Steering | |
| Type | Electronic Power Assisted Steering, variable ratio |
| Turns lock-to-lock | 2.3 turns |
| Turning circle | 12.4 m / 40.6 ft |
| Suspension | |
| Front | Four link double wishbones, optional 48V electric active anti-roll bar |
| Rear | Trapezoidal multi-link, optional 48V electric active anti-roll bar |
| Springs and dampers | Self-levelling air suspension, Continuous Damping Control |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2992 mm / 117.8” |
| Overall length | 5141 mm / 202.4” |
| Width (across body) | 1998 mm / 78.7” |
| Width (inc. mirrors) | 2223 mm / 87.5” |
| Overall height | 1742 mm / 68.6” |
| Fuel tank | 85 litres / 18.7 UK gallons / 22.5 US gallons |
| Boot volume | 430 litres / 15.2 cu ft (590 litres / 20.8 cu ft load cover retracted) |
| Kerb weight (EU) | 2422 kg / 5340 lb |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3250 kg / 7165 lb |
| Performance – provisional and subject to Type Approval | |
| Top speed | 187 mph / 301 km/h |
| 0-60 mph | 4.0 secs |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 secs |
| Fuel Consumption (EU cycle) – provisional and subject to Type Approval | |
| Urban | 14.7 mpg / 19.2 litres/100 km |
| Extra Urban | 31.0 mpg / 9.1 litres/100 km |
| Combined | 22.1 mpg / 12.8 litres/100 km |
| CO2 emissions | 292 g/km |
| Fuel Consumption (EPA cycle) – provisional and subject to Type Approval | |
| City (US mpg) | 14 |
| Highway (US mpg) | 20 |
| Combined (US mpg) | 16 |
| Emissions Controls | EU 6 and US LEV III |