BENTLEY Motors today gave the first hints at what could be seen as a baby Bentayga, as it offered some teasers on a brand new model for 2027.
During a press conference from its HQ in Crewe, Bentley bosses said the currently unnamed ‘Urban’ SUV will be more compact than a Bentayga, and not only be ‘the fastest Bentley ever’, but would still offer everything customers expect from the brand.
Chairman and CEO, Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser, said the new model will be incremental to Bentley’s current offering, less than five metres in length and promises a true Bentley driving experience and the craftsmanship expected of the marque, with industry-leading technology that includes the capability of charging from 0–100 miles in less than seven minutes.
Development of the car continues at pace with pre-series, or prototype, vehicles embarking on a global performance programme. It’s expected to be unveiled in late 2026.
During the press conference, it was said that the Flying Spur will continue to be its flagship vehicle after the Mulsanne stopped production. Bosses hinted the model will continue to offer increased luxury until at least 2035.
Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser, Chairman and CEO of Bentley Motors, said: “Today’s updates to our Beyond100+ strategy reaffirm Bentley’s commitment to progress — responsibly and sustainably. We are evolving our product cadence to reflect the realities of a changing world and a dynamic marketplace. By extending introducing new internal combustion engined 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.
“Our first fully electric Bentley, the world’s first true Luxury Urban SUV, represents a bold step forward, it embodies our vision for sustainable luxury and technological excellence. With industry-leading charging capability and unmistakable Bentley character and design, it marks the beginning of an exciting new era for our brand – a future defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability.”
