Bentley unveils Torcal, its first fully electric luxury car
The British automaker launches a 483km-range SUV at £173,000, designed to attract younger buyers to the century-old brand.
What to know
- Bentley's first fully electric vehicle, the Torcal, launches at £173,000 with up to 483km range and 2.8-second 0-60 acceleration, designed to attract younger buyers to the 107-year-old luxury brand.
- The Torcal features innovative materials including the world's first 100% Merino wool automotive fabric and maintains Bentley's design identity while embracing electrification's design freedoms.
- Built entirely in Crewe with a UK supplier network, the Torcal becomes Bentley's fourth model line and launches in both standard and more sporting S versions.
“The move to the electric car is maybe the most demanding task in the history of the car. This is clearly driven by regulation, but we also see there's demand and acceptance for plug-in hybrid.”
Frank-Steffen Walliser, Bentley CEO · The National UAE ↗
Frank-Steffen Walliser Bentley CEOBentley Motors British luxury automaker
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Torcal pricing and specifications confirmed
The Torcal was priced at £173,000 ($230,000), making it Bentley's cheapest model. The car delivers up to 888 PS and 1,350 Nm of torque, accelerates from 0-60 mph in 2.8 seconds, and features a 113 kWh battery with 10-80% charge capability in 16 minutes at 400 kW. It introduces the world's first 100% Merino wool automotive fabric and Ombré Walnut interior finishes.
“It sounds like a V8, rides like a Flying Spur, but handles like a Continental GT.”
— Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica · source -
first by Investing.com News, 8h ago · also BBC, Ars Technica
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- Bentley's first electric car, the Torcal, to be built in Crewe BBC · 8h ago
- Here's the Torcal, the first fully electric Bentley Ars Technica · 6h ago
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Torcal represents new design language while maintaining brand identity
The Torcal features a fully illuminated grille and abandons familiar cues such as Bentley's signature circular headlights, embracing design freedoms offered by electrification. The cabin emphasizes driver well-being with a curved central touchscreen, abundant physical controls, and no passenger display—placing emphasis on craftsmanship and tactile quality.
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Bentley unveils Torcal, first fully electric car
Bentley Motors revealed the Torcal, its first fully electric vehicle, a luxury SUV measuring about five metres long with a promised range of about 483km. The car is designed around everyday usability rather than excess and aims to attract an entirely new segment of customers, including younger first-time buyers.
“For 107 years, Bentleys have been the most incredibly complete cars – effortless performance, outstanding comfort, exquisite British craftsmanship…”
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