Bentley to build 4x4 SUV in 2014

2014 Bentley SUV - Rendered

Bentley is preparing to build a 4x4 SUV, the new CEO Wolfgang Durheimer confirmed tonight. Speaking at a select dinner in Crewe, the Bentley boss said the luxury car maker would build a crossover SUV as a priority.


But in a revealing address, Durheimer also spelled out plans for diesel Bentleys, hybrid Bentleys and a return to the race track for Britain's famous luxury car marque.

Bentley SUV: project BY736

CAR understands the Bentley 4x4 already has a codename: BY736. It will be related to the modular architecture of the next-generation Audi Q7/VW Touareg/Porsche Cayenne - a lightweight matrix, which is designed to trim 200-400kg from the bulk of today's SUV.

Durheimer confirmed that future Bentleys would feature both diesel and hybrid technologies. We'd say the new Bentley 4x4 would be as good a place as any to start the new powertrain innovation.

Durheimer on Bentley's SUV

'I am a believer of SUVs in different markets,' said Durheimer, who was previously Porsche's R&D director who worked on the launch of the Cayenne. 'If Bentley were able to sell an SUV with the same level of craftsmanship as a Continental or Mulsanne, we could have an interesting success on our hands.

'I believe our version of the Cayenne could become our biggest selling vehicle... With an SUV, Porsche doubled in size.'

Durheimer is still working on the business case, but go-ahead is likely from Wolfsburg in 2011. He said from conception to launch would take around three years.

Although he refused to rule out a precise sales target with a big-selling SUV added to the range, he admitted the Volkswagen group wanted to push Bentley sales beyond its existing, pre-recession record of 10,000 a year. He even claimed that 30,000 Bentleys a year wouldn't devalue the brand.

What will the Bentley 4x4 look like?

Thanks to the aluminium spaceframe construction, Bentley's SUV can look quite different to its mainland European brethren. A five-door shooting brake is how insiders describe the 4x4 - a luxurious yet sporty four- or five-seater which features all available mod cons from air suspension to a complete set of driver assistance systems.

The Bentley crossover will be priced higher than the Cayenne or Range Rover. Project BY736 will be a coupe-like soft-roader will be much better at scoring street cred points than at making room for a third row of seats. Imagine our artist's impression with a dash more sporting style, and you're not far off.

The engineering story

Engineers at the VW group confirm the proposed Bentley 4x4 would be based around the MLB Evo matrix. The latest group architecture is so efficient, it would share around 60-75% of its parts with partner off-roaders by VW, Porsche and Audi.

Fixed points include the wheel diameter, the suspension geometry complete with steering assembly and brake system, the crash performance (front/rear/side) complete with airbags and seatbelts, the electronic platform and the drivetrains. Variables within a given bracket are wheelbase, height, length, width, track, overhangs and the exterior/interior design.

What will power Bentley's SUV crossover?

CAR understands a plug-in hybrid assembly will be available, mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 borrowed from the 2012 Conti GT looks like the logical base unit for BY736.

Diesel is a dead cert. Durheimer admitted the biofuel experiment by Bentley had been a mistake, although an interesting detour. No further E85 development will take place, the company instead investing in the group's diesel and hybrid tech.

Although a more highly tuned 375bhp edition of the 4.2-litre V8 TDI should offer plenty of go and grunt, an EU6-rated V12 TDI would be a more natural fit for Bentley, which is becoming the VW group's centre of excellence for 12-cylinder engines, Durheimer revealed. The uprated direct-injection twin-turbo W12 is also there for the taking, although it would have little appeal in Europe.

[Source : http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/Secret-new-cars/Search-Results/Spyshots/Bentley-SUV-2014---confirmed-by-CEO/]

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A Bentley Extravaganza

Bentley Drivers Club (BDC)

CREWE : June 21, 2011 - Bentley Motors today rolled out the red carpet to welcome over a hundred members of the Bentley Drivers Club (BDC) – and their fifty Bentleys - to its headquarters in Crewe.

The visit is part of the “Britain by Bentley” tour which celebrates the club’s 75th anniversary by emulating the tradition of the grand tour and traversing some 3,000 miles of UK roads in a range of models that span 80 years of Bentley’s history.

Drivers have travelled from around the world to take part in the event: Syd and Nikki Reinhardt have travelled from Australia with their 1927 6 ½ litre Mulsanne whilst others like Jenny Ford and her Blower Bentley are already based in the UK.

The drivers arrived at Crewe Hall on Monday evening for a gala dinner with executive members from Bentley Motors. They then travelled to Bentley’s Pyms Lane site under an honorary police escort this morning for a tour of the factory where new models such as the Mulsanne and new Continental GT are now in full production.

Richard Charlesworth, Bentley’s Director of Royal and VIP Relations, who hosted the visit said:

“No grand tour of Britain by Bentley would be complete without a visit to our headquarters here in Crewe”.

“We are delighted to welcome so many members of the Bentley Drivers Club and their vehicles today. It is a unique and very special occasion to have so many rare and historic Bentleys gathered here in Crewe.”

“Bentley and its drivers have always enjoyed a unique friendship which very few other motoring marques have been able to emulate. We hope that our visitors will also enjoy the factory tour and the opportunity to see the next generation of our cars which will create a new and exciting chapter for Bentley.

Jenny Ford, Chair of the Bentley Drivers Club said:

“The Bentley Drivers Club was set up 75 years ago by Bentley owners who revelled in driving their cars. We are proud to maintain that tradition today and have greatly enjoyed the warm welcome extended to us and the opportunity to see the Bentley factory flourishing.

Images : A Bentley Extravaganza

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2015 Bentley Turbo R Concept Design

Some time ago Bentley Motors has announced that they will make a sports car with wrought-sit style that aims to rival Italy's Ferrari 458, not only in terms of performance, but also in terms of design. Legendary car maker to build a sports racing car with slick style and have the signs are clear. Future cars to be built by Bentley Motors when they were baptized in 2015 Bentley Turbo R which will compete with other world-class car models such as Ferrari. Bentley has a storied past races and is currently growing thanks to the company to sell high models like the Continental GT. The company is ready to re-invest the bulk of their profits towards the development of this new car and has enlisted the help of its parent company, Volkswagen, and they do Cup team racing to develop certain components.

The last year has seen the Bentley pushing the envelope in terms of power and performance, especially with the introduction of models such as the Continental GT Speed​​. Consider also that for no apparent reason, Bentley broke the record at the Ice World Speed ​​conversion powered by bio-fuel. Now it appears that this introduction is more than just publicity stunts, but it may have been used as a testing technology that will be used in the new model "R Turbo".


Rumors are circulating around the Crewe factory, Britain seemed pointed toward a new model of legendary Turbo R rose moniker. The latest model to hold this name was built between 1985 and 1997. It uses 6.75-liter turbocharged V8 engine, which can push the car from 0-60 mph in 6.7 seconds, with a top speed of 152 mph. This is something that is very proud back in the day, but expect the new model to be a different animal.

This could certainly be a new chapter for Bentley Motors and if they are able to successfully develop a car that can challenge the Ferrari 458 and others like the McLaren MP12-4C than they may begin racing once again. The last Le Mans series that Bentley was in was 2003 and with the development of new performance and racing technology, we hope that the brand will return to the track in the next several years. We’ll be sure to pass along any more information revealed as soon as we get it.

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2011 Bentley Mulsanne

2011 Bentley Mulsanne very nice, this car is a variant of the Bentley car that is constantly updated for 2011. Features of this car is too much. The Mulsanne design as a merger "unique sportiness, elegance Capucines, and strength.

On the exterior of this car using contras design and very strong in terms of coloration. The design is made to accommodate customized materials, not to reduce Their usage. For example, the hand brazing of different thicknesses of steel is required to create That exclusive, seamless, flush-fit feeling. Imagine, for example, that it takes a full 45 minutes to braze one lengthy section of metal behind the rear doors.

This engine is using a type 90-degree v8 engine, all-new 505bhp engineering marvel That generates 1020Nm of torque, in conjunction with the new eight-speed automatic transmission with a quick-shift, reduces CO2 emissions and offers a potential 15 per cent saving in fuel compared to the previous V8.

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2011 Bentley Continental GT

2011 Bentley Continental GT comes with a new design and very beautiful. This car represents the second generation cut to success, which was established 8 years ago. This car has 567 horsepower and 516 pounds-feet hitting, 6.0-liter twin-turbo W12 engine makes this car more complete. This engine is also found playbook and capacity gains flex-fuel, which can be combined with gasoline and E85.

2011 Bentley Continental GT is an all-new model, not simply a refresh. Yes, its body Is not a drastic reinterpretation of Dirk van Braeckel’s original design, but there are new, Seductive details, like the staggered bi-xenon headlamps and jeweled LED daytime running lights. As of next year, the nominally eco-conscious will be able to get their Continental GT with a 4.0-liter V8. Numbers haven’t been released yet, but you can expect it to register high on the horse and torque while getting significantly better gas mileage than its big brother.

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2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible

Do not want to miss a single intense competition, Bentley now has a new product they are ready to compete in the market, namely 2011 Bentley Continental Convertible Supersports. This car will debut at the Geneva Motor Show which will take place March. New Continental Convertible Supersports are siblings of the soft-top coupe newest marque, with re-packaging that uses the same engine with a 6.0-liter W12 turbochanged, 621 horsepower and torque 590. The Supersports Convertible capable of driving mileage 60 mph in 3.9 seconds with a speed of 202 mph, and no matter what fuel is used.

Other transfers of all-wheel drive and automatic transmission source ZF six-speed, power sends four 20-inch wheels with 10 spokes with high performance Pirelli rubber (275/35Z R20) shod. Unlike the hard-top, the rear seats remain, with buckets of carbon fiber and matching upholstery, Alcantara and a variety of indoor facilities.

Do not expect massive vision for Super Sport convertible. Bentley is not the time for parts not improve performance. The few changes that the Supersports differs from its venerable sibling smoked less steel finish on the radiator grille, hood grilles and a new Physical Vapor Deposition completed (PVD) process, the evaporated metal deposits on stainless steel surfaces. Bentley, the Super Sport is the first automotive application of PVD, which was fully used terms such as luxury watches in the past.

Inside, Bentley traditional wood with carbon fiber pieces and parts of Alcantara fabric replaced. Perhaps our favorite feature in the Super Sport is impressively simple, the front seats. Sparco bucket save about 100 pounds more than the regular seats Bentley and wear beautiful diamond-quilted Alcantara accents. If this sounds like the ultimate Continental to you, go to your local dealer Bentley soon. Continental Convertible Supersports should begin arriving in showrooms in July this year and we are betting there is already a waiting list below in the healthy development of Beverly Hills Bentley dealer.

Bentley is not the pricing on the Super Sports Convertible posted yet, but given the coupe starts at $ 270,000, you and three friends share the $ 300k tab, if it goes on sale this summer.

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