9 months ago
Bentley Unveils Technical Details for First Electric SUV and Future Electrification Plans
Bentley is building its very first car that runs only on electricity, and it's going to be an SUV!
This new electric SUV will be super fast to charge, getting about 100 miles of range in less than 7 minutes.
While Bentley is working hard to make more electric cars and wants to be all-electric by 2035, they are also going to keep making some cars that use gasoline and some that use a mix of gasoline and electricity for a while longer.
They are doing this because they want to make sure everyone who loves Bentley cars can still get the kind of performance and luxury they expect.
They've even announced a special, limited-edition gasoline-powered car called the Supersports.
The new electric SUV should be ready by the end of 2026.
Bentley's first electric SUV is slated for a late 2026 launch, with deliveries anticipated in 2027.
The new EV platform will enable charging of 100 miles of range in under seven minutes.
Bentley will continue to offer hybrid models until at least 2035, potentially extending this period based on customer demand.
The brand has introduced the limited-production, rear-wheel-drive Continental GT Supersports, its lightest modern-era car.
Bentley's commitment to an all-electric future by 2035 may be adjusted based on customer preferences for ICE and hybrid vehicles.
- Who
- Bentley Motors
- What
- Confirmed technical details and launch timeline for its first electric SUV, alongside updates on its electrification strategy and continued ICE and hybrid offerings.
- Where
- Prototypes are being tested globally.
- When
- Details revealed recently; electric SUV expected by end of 2026, with deliveries in 2027.
- Why
- To provide transparency on future product plans and adapt electrification goals based on customer preferences.
Key facts
- First Electric SUV Launch Target
- End of 2026
- Electric SUV Prototype Testing
- Global performance program
- EV Platform Charging Speed
- 100 miles range in under 7 minutes
- Hybrid Model Availability
- At least until 2035
- All-Electric Goal
- Potentially extended beyond 2035 based on customer preference
- New Internal Combustion Model
- Continental GT Supersports (limited production)
Quotes
Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser
Chairman and CEO of Bentley Motors
“By introducing new internal combustion engine models, and offering hybrid powertrains until at least 2035, we are ensuring that every Bentley customer can continue to experience the full breadth of our performance and craftsmanship.”
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