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British luxury car manufacturer Bentley has released key details of the platform for its first fully electric model, confirming the vehicle will be a “Luxury Urban SUV” scheduled for launch in late 2026, with global deliveries beginning in 2027.
The new SUV will be built on an offshoot of the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture developed by Audi and Porsche, suggesting similarities to the upcoming Porsche Cayenne Electric. Both will measure under five metres in length, and Bentley’s version is expected to feature a dual-motor setup with an 800V electrical system.
Bentley says the car will deliver “industry-leading charging speeds,” capable of adding 100 miles (161km) of range in seven minutes, equating to a charging rate of up to 300kW. That would place it just below the Lotus Eletre, which currently leads with 350kW DC charging capability.
The company describes the model as the world’s first true luxury urban SUV, designed, developed, and produced in Crewe, where pre-series prototypes are already undergoing a global testing programme.
Frank-Steffen Walliser, CEO of Bentley, said the electric SUV “embodies our vision for sustainable luxury and technological excellence,” adding that it marks “the beginning of an exciting new era for our brand.”
Visually, the Urban SUV is likely to feature a sleeker profile than the Bentayga, with a long bonnet, upright nose, and an extended roofline to improve aerodynamics and cabin space.
Leaked teaser images on social media reveal a thin LED headlight strip, though earlier prototypes used a quad-light setup similar to Porsche’s. The vehicle will ride on 22-inch wheels and adopt frameless windows — a first for a Bentley SUV.
Inside, the SUV is expected to combine Bentley’s signature craftsmanship with advanced digital interfaces inspired by the EXP15 concept, featuring premium materials such as leather, wood, and metal.
The EV’s range is yet to be confirmed, but estimates suggest around 350–370 miles, depending on weight and aerodynamics. Bentley’s R&D head Matthias Rabe said the model will be “comfortable like a Flying Spur, agile like a Continental GT, and offer the best acceleration of any Bentley yet.”
Alongside its EV programme, Bentley confirmed that plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions of the Continental GT and Flying Spur will remain in production until at least 2035, potentially extending the brand’s previous target for full electrification by that date. A new non-hybrid, limited-production performance model will also be revealed before the end of 2025.
Bentley’s electric SUV will be produced at its Crewe “Dream Factory,” a major part of the company’s Beyond100+ strategy. The facility is undergoing significant investment, including a new paint shop opening in 2026, as part of Bentley’s transition to a digital, flexible, and sustainable manufacturing operation.
The new SUV will be built on an offshoot of the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture developed by Audi and Porsche, suggesting similarities to the upcoming Porsche Cayenne Electric. Both will measure under five metres in length, and Bentley’s version is expected to feature a dual-motor setup with an 800V electrical system.
Bentley says the car will deliver “industry-leading charging speeds,” capable of adding 100 miles (161km) of range in seven minutes, equating to a charging rate of up to 300kW. That would place it just below the Lotus Eletre, which currently leads with 350kW DC charging capability.
The company describes the model as the world’s first true luxury urban SUV, designed, developed, and produced in Crewe, where pre-series prototypes are already undergoing a global testing programme.
Frank-Steffen Walliser, CEO of Bentley, said the electric SUV “embodies our vision for sustainable luxury and technological excellence,” adding that it marks “the beginning of an exciting new era for our brand.”
Visually, the Urban SUV is likely to feature a sleeker profile than the Bentayga, with a long bonnet, upright nose, and an extended roofline to improve aerodynamics and cabin space.
Leaked teaser images on social media reveal a thin LED headlight strip, though earlier prototypes used a quad-light setup similar to Porsche’s. The vehicle will ride on 22-inch wheels and adopt frameless windows — a first for a Bentley SUV.
Inside, the SUV is expected to combine Bentley’s signature craftsmanship with advanced digital interfaces inspired by the EXP15 concept, featuring premium materials such as leather, wood, and metal.
The EV’s range is yet to be confirmed, but estimates suggest around 350–370 miles, depending on weight and aerodynamics. Bentley’s R&D head Matthias Rabe said the model will be “comfortable like a Flying Spur, agile like a Continental GT, and offer the best acceleration of any Bentley yet.”
Alongside its EV programme, Bentley confirmed that plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions of the Continental GT and Flying Spur will remain in production until at least 2035, potentially extending the brand’s previous target for full electrification by that date. A new non-hybrid, limited-production performance model will also be revealed before the end of 2025.
Bentley’s electric SUV will be produced at its Crewe “Dream Factory,” a major part of the company’s Beyond100+ strategy. The facility is undergoing significant investment, including a new paint shop opening in 2026, as part of Bentley’s transition to a digital, flexible, and sustainable manufacturing operation.
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