New Bentley Bentayga in-depth review: true modern luxury?

The Bentley Bentayga broke new ground for the luxury brand when the original model made its debut in 2015. Built to appeal to modern wealthy tastes for big off-roaders, it was the British firm’s first SUV and quite unlike anything it had made before. Sure enough, the Bentayga has proved to be the best-selling Bentley model by quite some margin. It’s easy to see why, with its opulent interior being paired with a big boot and a commanding driving position. Not unsurprisingly given its cost and the brand’s heritage, the Bentayga is also decent to drive with excellent comfort and refinement, while the new hybrid model brings lower running costs thanks to a 25-mile electric range. If you’d rather, there’s also the flagship Speed version, which is one of the world’s fastest SUVs. However, you could have a new Range Rover and a Porsche 718 Cayman for the same price as the Bentayga, so is it worth it? Nicola puts it to the test.

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00:00 - Introduction
01:41 - Interior and technology
03:41 - Rear seats
05:08 - Boot space
05:52 - Performance
06:45 - Driving
09:53 - Dealmakers and dealbreakers
10:43 - Verdict

[kirkpatrick]

Just saw one of these picking up heads of states from the Queen's Funeral, had to YouTube it to see what it was, never seen one before, my goodness it's gorgeous, no wonder the rich and famous buy them.

[joshuatowler]

Got to love the Audi A1 steering wheel

[RalfWeyer]

It’s really getting ridiculous, cars nowadays approaching 3 tons. Why don’t we all just drive lorries…

[cx]

Nicola this car fits you so well! You should have one!

[linarttresi]

02:47 And that -- ladies and gents -- is called foreplay with a car!!! :D

[wlind]

Does it fit easily in the car park though? I’d like to see that added to the videos.

[derekogilvie]

superb presentation...a wonderful review full of info and personality

[sahilbrar]

Loved you. Loved the review. Always loved the car.

[long_view]

Seats not "chairs"! Well said, Nicola. (Are you paying attention, Matt?).

[avatr]

the tail lights look like my cats eyes judging me

[richardkennett]

I am new to this Carbuyer channel and become addicted to these deeply informative, succinct points which deliver on all key points needed to get to the nub of each car! They cover all any car buyer needs with both humour, warmth and panache! Great job Nicola! The Bentayga EV will be the most effortless and "waftable" version when they get there. Just hope it gets a bigger boot to put the luggage in. The only issue with the Bentayga is it just is not a car you can look at and love. Current best car in the world is the Taycan! Fast, comfortable, in ST version spacious and huge fun. Plus it costs very little to run and has the most solid values. Not that I am biased. Looking forward to the EV6 GT review. That should be quite a car for getting to the shops and back and the poor Bentayga wouldn't be anywhere near it in the real world in V6h, V8 or W12. Yet they could just be rivals :-)

[LakshmananLM]

The tail lights though. Remind me of something that's...not unpleasant .

[domnumen]

Didn't you tell us the essentials, in short, it's better than the Dacia jogger because I see that it's a little more expensive?

[joshbacon]

I thought the W12 Bentayga was discontinued in Europe and the UK due to a decrease in demand and tougher emissions regulations?

[thedappercook]

This is just like the dude from car wow, the similarities in the way these two talk etc is bonkers. They're not related per chance? And what a car! Oooppphh

[hl]

That must have been a difficult car to hand back! After the facelift, I prefer it over the Urus. Never seen this reviewer on your channel. She's a natural infront if the camera. More of her please!

[vince]

Only apple comes with a wireless option? android needs to be wired at this price?? A basic Kia has a wireless android.

[nithishjvj]

The shape strongly reminds the Q7 and Toureg

[perpelle]

Couldn't they find a wireless AA in the VW parts bin?

[longandshort]

It’s not very attractive now is it. Would much rather have a Mulsanne any day.