- Bentley Motors has confirmed new details about its first electric SUV, which will launch globally in 2026. The Crewe-based marque has also confirmed revisions to its electrification roadmap.
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check offers Bentley Motors has revealed new technical and production details for its first all-electric vehicle, as well as a new teaser of the model hidden under a black cover on the production line. Billed as a luxury urban SUV, pre-series production of the model is underway ahead of a global debut in late 2026. The upcoming EV marks a significant milestone for the Crew-based marque, serving as the first of a new generation of battery-electric vehicles to be manufactured at its “Dream Factory” in the UK.
The upcoming Bentley EV will sit below the Bentayga in the luxury carmaker's portfolio, measuring under five meters in length and designed in a more compact, urban-focused form. Test mules of the prototype have revealed a low, aerodynamic profile inspired by the EXP 15 concept, with a fastback-like silhouette. The design reflects a shift towards a more modern, streamlined aesthetic for Bentley's EV lineup.
Despite its compact dimensions, Bentley says the EV will retain the sense of refinement, ride comfort and craftsmanship associated with the marque. It will be positioned as a high-end luxury EV with grand tourer credentials and urban practicality.
Bentley EV: technical details
The new SUV will be based on Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture, which will be shared with the Porsche Cayenne Electric. Although official specifications are not yet available, this platform may support dual-motor AWD configurations with a battery capacity of more than 100 kWh. In the Cayenne EV, the same platform allows for a useful battery capacity of up to 108 kWh and charging speeds of up to 400 kWh.
Bentley claims the new EV can cover 100 miles (~160 km) of range in less than 7 minutes, making it one of the fastest charging EVs currently in development. If it gets the same battery as the Cayenne EV, it could give a range of over 600 km on a single charge, which is what Porsche currently claims on the WLTP test cycle.
Production of the model will take place at Bentley's Crewe headquarters, which is being upgraded into a flexible, digital manufacturing facility ready for EV production. This transformation is central to the company's Beyond100+ strategy, its long-term roadmap towards sustainability and electrification.
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While electric SUVs will be the first major outcome of this strategy, Bentley has also outlined revisions to its broader electrification timeline. The company had planned to be fully electric by 2035, but is now considering extending that goal, confirming that its internal combustion and plug-in hybrid models will be available along with an EV lineup by 2035. Bentley said it is increasing availability due to ongoing global demand for hybrid powertrains, particularly in key luxury markets. The move ensures that the company is able to maintain a diverse mix of powertrain solutions during its transition period.
Earlier this year, Bentley introduced new hybrid versions of the Continental GT, GTC and Flying Spur and added the pure-V8-powered Bentayga Speed to its line-up. A new limited-run, pure-ICE model is also set to break cover before the end of 2025, which is expected to be the new Continental Supersports. These models will continue to be offered with EVs till 2035.
Bentley's first electric SUV will enter production in 2026, with customer deliveries starting in 2027. This marks both a technological and strategic turning point, where the company aims to move towards full electrification while maintaining the craftsmanship and performance standards that have long defined its identity.
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First publication date: 07 November 2025, 14:23 PM IST