Overview
- Late 2026 Launch: Bentley’s inaugural EV, a “Luxury Urban SUV”, debuts globally with deliveries from 2027.
- PPE Platform Power: Audi/Porsche-derived; <5m length, dual-motor 800V system.
- Ultra-Fast Charging: 300 kW adds 100 miles (161 km) in 7 minutes – tops most rivals.
- Showroom Range: Est. 350–370 miles; “comfortable as Flying Spur, agile as Continental GT”.
- Design Tease: Sleeker than Bentayga, thin LED headlights, 22″ wheels, frameless windows.
- Crewe “Dream Factory”: Built in the UK with a new 2026 paint shop; beyond 100+ sustainability focus.
- PHEV Lifeline: Continental GT/Flying Spur hybrids till 2035+; limited non-hybrid reveal by year-end.
Bentley Electric SUV 2026: 300 kW Charging Beast Charges 100 Miles in 7 Minutes!
Bentley Motors is charging into the electric era with its first pure-EV, the Luxury Urban SUV, set for a late 2026 global launch and 2027 deliveries. Built on a bespoke offshoot of the PPE platform (co-developed by Audi and Porsche), this sub-5m powerhouse promises 300 kW charging—adding 100 miles (161 km) in just 7 minutes—edging out the Lotus Eletre’s 350 kW crown. CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser calls it the “world’s first true luxury urban SUV“, blending sustainable opulence with blistering performance in Bentley’s Crewe “Dream Factory.”
As Bentley extends PHEV production for the Continental GT and Flying Spur to 2035+, the EV SUV embodies the Beyond100+ vision: agile as a Continental GT, comfy as a Flying Spur, and Bentley’s quickest acceleration yet. With a teased 350–370 mile range, frameless windows, and EXP15-inspired digital luxury, it’s poised to redefine high-end EV SUVs.
PPE Powertrain: 800V Dual-Motor Beast
| Feature | Specs & Highlights |
|---|---|
| Platform | PPE offshoot (Audi/Porsche) |
| Length | <5 meters |
| Drive | Dual-motor AWD, 800V architecture |
| Charging | 300 kW DC; 100 miles/7 min |
| Range (Est.) | 350–370 miles |
| Acceleration | “Best yet” – sub-4s 0–60 mph? |
Design: Sleeker, Urban Bentley
- Exterior: Long bonnet, upright nose, extended roofline for aero/cabin space.
- Lights: Thin LED strip (vs quad prototypes); 22″ wheels.
- Windows: Frameless – SUV first for Bentley.
- Materials: Leather, wood, metal; sustainable focus.
Interior: EXP15 Digital Opulence
- Layout: EXP15-inspired; triple-screen dashboard.
- Comfort: Ventilated/massaging seats, panoramic roof.
- Tech: AR HUD, OTA updates, Bentley Intelligence.
Crewe Evolution: Dream Factory 2.0
- Production: Crewe, UK – global testing underway.
- Investment: New 2026 paint shop; digital/sustainable ops.
- Beyond100+: Flexible lines for EVs and hybrids.
PHEV Extension: GT & Spur Till 2035+
- Continental GT/Flying Spur PHEVs: Production to 2035+.
- Non-Hybrid Tease: Limited performance model reveal by 2025-end.
R&D Chief Matthias Rabe: “Agile Luxury Redefined”
“The SUV will be comfortable like a Flying Spur, agile like a Continental GT, and offer the best acceleration of any Bentley yet.”
Rivals in Rearview
| Competitor | Charging (kW) | Price (Est.) | Range (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley EV SUV | 300 | $250K+ | 350–370 |
| Lotus Eletre | 350 | $100K | 373 |
| Porsche Cayenne EV | 270 | $90K | 300+ |
| Audi Q8 e-tron | 170 | $75K | 300 |
Conclusion: Bentley’s EV Charge Begins
Bentley’s electric SUV 2026 isn’t just an EV—it’s a luxury paradigm shift. With 7-minute 100-mile charges, PPE agility, and Crewe craftsmanship, it outpaces rivals while extending PHEV lifelines. As the “Dream Factory” gears up, Bentley’s Beyond100+ era accelerates—sustainable, supersonic, and supremely Bentayga-esque. The future? Electrified. The drive? Unparalleled.
News Source: cnbctv18.com
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