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Bentley Bentayga facelift 2020 4.0 V8 (550 Hp) AWD Automatic 5 seat
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Bentley Bentayga:
The Bentley Bentayga is a luxury SUV produced by British marque Bentley Motors. Introduced in late 2015, it is the brand's first luxury crossover SUV. Its unibody is manufactured at the Volkswagen Zwickau-Mosel Plant in Germany, then painted and assembled at Bentley's factory in Crewe, United Kingdom.
Bentley's first SUV was previewed as the Bentley EXP 9 F concept car at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The concept car was based upon the Volkswagen Group MLB platform, powered by a 6. 0 L W12 engine producing 600 hp. The initial design of the EXP 9 F was redesigned to achieve "more traditional SUV proportions and less retro surfacing. " An early name for the model was the Falcon....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2020 Overview:
Bentley Bentayga (facelift 2020). With 770 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2416 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.5 s). The top speed reaches 290 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
4.0 V8 (550 Hp) AWD Automatic 5 seat Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4.0 V8 delivers exhilarating performance, launching this luxury SUV to 100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds. Its 550 Hp and 770 Nm torque provide effortless acceleration and strong overtaking power, making it highly responsive.
Fuel Economy
For a high-performance luxury SUV, the combined fuel consumption of 11.6 l/100 km is respectable, though still a significant figure. It balances power with reasonable efficiency for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivalled luxury and craftsmanship
- • Exceptional performance across all powertrains
- • Refined and comfortable ride quality
- • Advanced technology and connectivity
- • Impressive off-road capability for a luxury SUV
- • Wide range of customization options
Cons:
- • Very high purchase price and running costs
- • Fuel consumption can be significant for V8/W12 models
- • Large size can be challenging in urban environments
- • Limited Euro NCAP safety data
- • Some interior elements shared with VW Group models (minor criticism)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Bentayga: 2019 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bentley |
| Model: | Bentayga |
| Generation: | facelift 2020 |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 V8 (550 Hp) AWD Automatic 5 seat |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 550 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 137.6 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 770 Nm @ 1960-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DCUA More details about the engine DCUA |
| Engine displacement: | 3996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | 2 x Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9.5 l |
| Coolant: | 15.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 13.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 19.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 11.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | EURO 6 DG |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 290 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.4 kg/Hp, 227.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.1 kg/Nm, 318.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2416 |
| Max. weight: | 3250 |
| Max load: | 834 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 484 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5125 mm mm |
| Width: | 1998 mm mm |
| Height: | 1742 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2995 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2222 mm |
| Front track: | 1689 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1707 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 400 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 380 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 285/45 R21; 285/45 ZR21; 285/40 ZR22 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
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