Bentley Unveils Turbac: Its First Electric Car
British luxury automaker Bentley Motors unveiled its long-awaited Turegal in London, marking the brand’s entry into the electric vehicle era for the first time in its 107-year history.
This bold move follows years of hesitation and delays, as the storied marque decided to launch a sport utility vehicle that combines traditional luxury with extraordinary performance surpassing even its internal combustion engine models.
The Turegal is not just an ordinary electric car; it becomes the fourth model in Bentley’s lineup alongside the Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Bentayga.
Its name is inspired by a famous rock formation in Spain, reflecting the company’s desire to maintain its deeply rooted European identity while embracing the future.
The vehicle was designed, engineered, and manufactured entirely at Bentley’s Crewe factory in England, following a £350 million investment to develop production lines and add a separate electric assembly workshop.
The Turegal is available in two versions: the standard model produces 810 horsepower and 1,194 newton-meters of torque, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h.
The sportier S version boosts output to 876 horsepower and torque to 1,350 newton-meters, making it the most powerful car Bentley has ever produced. It covers the same distance in just 2.9 seconds, with a top speed reaching 260 km/h.
The system features two electric motors and a 113-kilowatt-hour battery operating at 800 volts, providing a range of up to 600 kilometers under the WLTP standard.
It also supports ultra-fast charging at 400 kilowatts, allowing the battery to charge from 10 to 80 percent in approximately 16 minutes.
Bentley has not abandoned its signature luxury touches. The illuminated front grille is designed with inspiration from classic models, while the interior features premium materials and an electric panoramic glass roof with a diamond-pattern dimming system.
One of the standout innovations is the synthetic sound created by the company in collaboration with musicians. Inspired by drums and orchestral music, it mimics the feel of a traditional V8 engine during acceleration, aiming to satisfy customers who fear losing the distinctive auditory character.
The Turegal will be priced starting at £173,000 for the standard version, with deliveries beginning in the second quarter of 2027.
Company officials expect that half of the anticipated orders will come from entirely new customers to the brand, reflecting Bentley’s hopes to expand its customer base without alienating its traditional audience accustomed to large-engine vehicles.
With this move, Bentley proves it can enter the electric world with strength while retaining the luxurious spirit that has defined its glory over a full century.
