Luxury car manufacturer Bentley has broken new ground with the unveiling of its first SUV, the Bentayga.
Until now the British brand has produced super-luxury saloons, coupes and convertibles but the Bentayga aims to satisfy the demand for equally high standards of prestige and comfort in a more practical and capable SUV format.
Using a new version of its turbocharged W12 petrol engine Bentley claims the Bentayga is the world’s fastest SUV; with 600bhp and 663lb/ft of torque it can rocket to 62mph in only 4.1 seconds and reach 187mph, despite weighing 2.4 tonnes.
The Bentayga’s cabin is designed to be the world’s finest, with the highest quality and fine tolerances between the trim sections. It also offers the option of an ‘event seat’ which folds out from the boot area to give a comfortable bench for two.
It also promises exceptional comfort, with the Bentayga featuring a 48v power system to operate a new electronic ride control system, delivering a smooth ride and high levels of body control.
The Bentayga will make its public debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show with sales to commence in early 2016. Prices are yet to be confirmed but are expected to start at around £130,000.