Bentley unveils Torcal, its first all-electric luxury sedan
Bentley has introduced the Torcal, its first fully electric vehicle, signaling a departure from the brand’s legacy of high-performance internal combustion engines toward an electric-powered future. The name draws inspiration from the striking Torcal de Antequera limestone formations in southern Spain and the vehicle’s powerful torque, delivering up to 1,350 Nm of instant electric output. The most potent variant, the Torcal S, generates between 821 and 888 horsepower, combining acceleration with Bentley’s signature refinement. The Torcal joins the brand’s existing lineup—Bentayga SUV, Continental GT sports cars, and Flying Spur sedan—as the fourth production model. Its launch marks Bentley’s full adoption of electrification while preserving the brand’s handcrafted luxury and British manufacturing roots.
CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser described the vehicle as a blend of tradition and innovation, stating that it is “built by hand, with the finest materials and technologies to merge heritage with forward-thinking progress.”
Developed entirely at Bentley’s Crewe facility in the UK, the Torcal reflects a major investment in British industry, with components sourced from suppliers across the country. Its dimensions, 498 cm long, 167 cm tall, and 202 cm wide, position it as a more compact alternative to the Bentayga, though its low, aggressive stance and sculpted lines echo the EXP 15 concept car. Inside, sustainability and luxury converge through new materials and a panoramic glass roof. Performance metrics highlight the Torcal’s electric capabilities.
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The base model accelerates from 0–60 mph in 3.4 seconds, while the Torcal S achieves the same in 2.9 seconds. An 800-volt architecture, 113 kWh battery, and dual electric motors provide up to 400 kW of fast-charging power, adding 160 km of range in seven minutes. The official WLTP range reaches 600 km, aligning with Bentley’s focus on long-distance electric travel. The Torcal redefines Bentley’s identity through design and engineering. The front grille retains the brand’s iconic diamond motif, now illuminated, while the rear showcases clean, sculpted lines. Design director Robin Page explains that these elements create “a hierarchy of perception”, balancing proportions, graphic cues, and meticulous detailing.
The Torcal S adds 22-inch wheels, 440 mm carbon-ceramic brakes, and a more assertive stance, though both versions include advanced driver aids such as 25 sensors for adaptive cruise control and remote parking. The interior combines opulence with practicality, featuring 620-watt or 28-speaker Naim audio systems, illuminated pedals, and motorized doors. Sustainability is integrated through responsibly sourced woods and vegetable-tanned leather. The vehicle’s propulsion sound, engineered by musicians to replicate the rhythm of Bentley’s legendary 6.75-liter V8, ensures the transition to electric power retains an authentically British character. Pricing in the UK begins at approximately £173,300 for the base model and £200,000 for the Torcal S, though Italian pricing has yet to be confirmed.
The vehicle’s launch shows Bentley’s dedication to electrification while upholding its core values of craftsmanship, performance, and unparalleled luxury. The Torcal’s engineering extends to its advanced driver-assistance systems, which use 25 sensors, including cameras, radar, and ultrasonic detectors, to enable features like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and remote parking via a dedicated app. These systems integrate with Bentley’s Adaptive Ride Management, adjusting suspension settings dynamically based on road conditions. The steering system, with an 11.1-meter turning circle, enhances agility while maintaining the brand’s precision, a trait inherited from its internal combustion predecessors.
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The Torcal S further enhances performance with 22-inch wheels, 440 mm carbon-ceramic front brakes, and 410 mm carbon-ceramic rear brakes, paired with optional paint-matched calipers in black, red, or gray. The base model retains 21-inch wheels and 420 mm/370 mm steel or carbon-ceramic brakes, though all versions share the same dual-motor electric architecture and 800-volt charging infrastructure.
Design director Robin Page outlined the Torcal’s aesthetic approach, describing it as a four-stage process. The first layer focuses on proportion, with a long wheelbase, shortened overhangs, and a low, aggressive stance reminiscent of the EXP 15 concept car.
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The second layer emphasizes graphic cues, such as the illuminated diamond grille, a nod to the brand’s 1920s heritage, contrasted with the sculpted rear, which Page calls “clean, essential lines” that balance power and elegance. The third layer involves surface interaction, where sculpted volumes and dynamic lighting create movement even when stationary, particularly in the rear haunches, which he compares to “a beast at rest.” The final layer is detail, where the rhombus motif appears in both structural and textural forms, from the grille to the interior stitching. The interior continues this philosophy with customizable lighting, 620-watt or 28-speaker Naim audio systems (the latter integrated into the headrests and seat shakers), and sustainable materials that expand Bentley’s design palette without compromising luxury.
The panoramic roof, with adjustable tinting, complements motorized doors and sporty pedals, while dual-zone climate control ensures precision. Every element, from piano-black finishes to hand-stitched leather, reflects Bentley’s handcrafted ethos, ensuring the Torcal remains distinctly British despite its electric future. Program director Martin Page emphasized that the model embodies Bentley’s evolution, where technology enhances luxury rather than dictating it.
