Bentley is refining its Beyond100+ strategy with a renewed focus on flexibility, performance, and sustainable craftsmanship. The brand’s latest announcement redefines its path to electrification , extending internal combustion and hybrid models until at least 2035, while its first fully electric SUV nears production.
The Evolution of Bentley’s Vision
In a live address from Crewe, Bentley CEO Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser outlined a recalibrated plan for the marque’s next decade. The decision stems from changing global market conditions and sustained customer demand for hybrid powertrains, prompting the brand to balance innovation with tradition.
Rather than rushing toward full electrification, Bentley aims to evolve on its own terms , guided by engineering precision and heritage. The result is a lineup that will coexist across internal combustion, plug-in hybrid, and electric platforms.
A New Kind of Bentley: The Luxury Urban SUV
The centerpiece of this updated strategy is Bentley’s upcoming fully electric model , the world’s first true Luxury Urban SUV. Designed, developed, and built entirely in Crewe, the car enters pre-series production this year. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2027.
Compact by Bentley standards, measuring under five meters, the SUV promises the same driving excellence and handcrafted detail that define the marque. Among its most striking features is industry-leading charging capability, allowing a 0–100-mile range recharge in just seven minutes.
Keeping Power Alive: ICE and Hybrid Models Until 2035
Bentley’s decision to extend hybrid and internal combustion engine availability represents both pragmatism and passion. The Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur will continue to offer hybridized powertrains in both high and ultra-performance variants. Meanwhile, the Bentayga Speed remains a flagship ICE SUV, affirming that traditio
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