(Crewe, 2 June 2025) — In the world of ultra-luxury SUVs, where performance must walk hand-in-hand with opulence, Bentley’s new Bentayga Speed emerges as an uncompromising flagship that does more than push boundaries — it rewrites them.
With a blistering top speed of 193 mph (310 km/h)* and a 0–60 mph sprint time of just 3.4 seconds, the latest evolution of the Bentayga Speed surpasses even the revered W12-powered variant that preceded it. But this isn’t merely a numbers game — this is a full-spectrum reinvention of performance, agility, and engagement in a segment where comfort and craftsmanship have long dominated the brief.
A New Heart for a New Era
At the centre of this transformation is Bentley’s uprated 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8, delivering an astonishing 650 PS (641 bhp) and 850 Nm of torque. It’s a powertrain that matches brute strength with finely tuned responsiveness, delivering Bentley’s hallmark torque plateau between 2,250–4,500 rpm — that seamless surge that makes every acceleration feel both immediate and effortless.
But it’s not just the numbers that thrill. The Bentayga Speed sings with a soundtrack to match its stature. A standard sports exhaust gives voice to the V8’s dynamic character, while an optional Titanium Akrapovic system raises the stakes further with its fierce, resonant acoustics and quad tailpipe design. This is a Bentley that speaks with intent.
Handling That Transcends Expectations
For the first time in the Bentayga’s history, Bentley has unlocked on-throttle slip angles and full Launch Control — both made possible by the new ESC Dynamic mode. Add in all-wheel steering, brake-based torque vectoring, and optional carbon ceramic brakes, and the result is a luxury SUV with genuine agility and poise, whether threading a twisty B-road or barrelling down the autobahn.
A revised SPORT mode sharpens every aspect of the driving experience, with a 15% increase in damping stiffness, tighter steering feel, and a more immediate connection between driver and road. Meanwhile, COMFORT and BENTLEY modes maintain the brand’s grand touring pedigree, delivering the plush ride and refined character that define the marque.
A Design That Declares Intent
The visual presence of the new Bentayga Speed is unambiguous: this is performance sculpted in metal. Exclusive dark tint brightware, darkened headlamp internals, and grey tail lamps distinguish the Speed from its siblings, while 22” alloy wheels in dark tint or silver assert a purposeful stance.
For those seeking even more presence, a 23” Speed wheel — the largest ever offered by Bentley — debuts as an option with the carbon ceramic brake package. Calipers, meanwhile, can be finished in a choice of seven accent colours, allowing for a bold yet bespoke visual signature.
A Speed-specific black roof (gloss or satin, depending on body finish) adds a subtle yet commanding touch, visually lowering the SUV and sharpening its silhouette.
The Cabin: Performance Meets Craftsmanship
Inside, the Speed’s performance narrative continues in stunning detail. A Precision Diamond quilt design lends the seats and door panels a modern, technical aesthetic, while dark tint air vents, Speed embroidery, and unique colour splits subtly reinforce the car’s exclusivity.
The interior feels bespoke and intensely driver-focused, yet remains unmistakably Bentley — a cabin where materials, ergonomics, and technology converge in quiet harmony.
The Pinnacle of Bentayga
More than just a new trim level, the Bentayga Speed represents a decisive statement of intent from Bentley. It’s the brand’s most powerful, most engaging SUV ever — a car that broadens the Bentayga’s already formidable capabilities to new heights.
Whether gliding through the city in COMFORT mode, surging across continents in BENTLEY mode, or unleashing all 650 PS in SPORT mode, the Bentayga Speed adapts seamlessly — a masterclass in dynamic duality.
With its blend of astonishing performance, luxurious detailing, and engineering brilliance, the new Bentayga Speed doesn’t just lead the Bentayga line-up. It leads the entire ultra-luxury SUV segment into a thrilling new chapter.
