2018 Bentley Bentayga SUV Review

Intro
Though a few years back people might not have been expecting a diesel-powered Bentley SUV to be ever made, the company has gone on to manufacture it. The 2018 Bentley Bentayga is a testament to impressive craftsmanship, refinement, and one of the best diesel powertrains available in the market. Letâs see what it has to offer in a bit more detail.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Bentley Bentayga is anything but subtle. While this vehicle is quite large, the appearance ends up feeling larger due to the size of the chrome grille. This car announces its presence on the road from every angle. From the 22-inch wheels to the glaring LED lights, this vehicle is all about making a statement. There are also two twin-quad tailpipes at this vehicleâs rear. You can also see the new âV8 DIESELâ badge on the lower edge of this carâs front doors.
Interior
Youâll definitely notice the comfortable interior of the 2018 Bentley Bentayga. It features tan leather and light woodwork. The overall interior has a very classy British look. The fluted seat design is all about exuding elegance. This vehicleâs upper cabin has been trimmed in Eliade which is a tactile, technical fabric. It goes well with the entire leather-trimmed cabin.
All of the seats are comfortable and the front seats are adequately spaced for a better driving experience. You wonât feel boxed in while sitting in the cabin. Two soft Mulliner cushions are also available to enhance comfort levels. The infotainment system, on the other hand, couldâve been better.
Features
The most striking feature of the 2018 Bentley Bentayga is the new triple-charging capability. The third unit aids in eliminating turbo lag. Liquid Amber, a new veneer choice, is available if you want to go for the straight wood grain look. The classic âBâ design foot pedals and the Bentley treadplates are standard.
You can select from five standard hide colors along with a total of seven standard paint colors to personalize this vehicle. There are also 12 duo-tone combinations. The rest of the features include automatic braking, parking, emergency lights, airbags, rear-view, and motion detection. Itâs all about creating the perfect Bentley for you to drive.
Specifics / Performance |
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BASE PRICE | Â $153,000 (Base Price) |
VEHICLE LAYOUT | front-engine, AWD, 4-, 5-, or 7-passenger, 4-door hatchback |
ENGINE | sequentially turbocharged, supercharged, and intercooled DOHC 32-valve diesel V-8; iron block and aluminum heads; direct fuel injection |
HORSEPOWER | 429 hp |
TORQUE | 664 lb-ft |
TOP SPEED | 168 mph |
TRANSMISSION | 8-speed automatic with manual shifting mode |
DISPLACEMENT | 241 cu in, 3956 cc |
0-60 MPH | 4.2 sec |
ON SALE IN U.S. | Available |
(Source: BentleyMotors)