2021 Bentley Bentayga Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Bentley Bentayga sits in the highest echelon of luxury SUVs, a category that also includes the Aston Martin DBX, Lamborghini Urus, Mercedes-Maybach GLS-Class, Rolls-Royce Cullinan, and nicer versions of the Land Rover Range Rover. First introduced for the model year 2017, the 2021 Bentayga gets a facelift and some major updates.
Starting at the front, the Bentayga displays a front fascia reworked to more closely resemble those of the newest Bentley models. The grilles are enlarged and take up more real estate, while new quad-element LED-matrix headlights resemble cut crystal glassware. At the back, new ovoid taillights evoke the Continental GT, wrapped by a clamshell liftgate. All wheel options are new. Even the stance is slightly different, thanks to a 20-millimeter increase in the rear track width. Inside, the center stack, seats, steering wheel, and door trims are all new. Depending on the specification, rear legroom increases by up to 100 mm.
Bentley lets you have your Bentayga in two flavors, V8 and Speed. The V8 carries over a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter engine from the previous model year, with 542 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque. That provides a 0-60 mph time of 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 180 mph, per Bentley. This year, the middle trim option, which previously got you a lower-tuned 12-cylinder engine, has been discontinued. That leaves the top-trim Speed, with its magnificent twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W12, capable of 626 hp and 664 lb-ft. The Speed will do 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 190 mph, according to Bentley.
The sole transmission across the range is an eight-speed automatic. All-wheel drive (AWD), active air suspension, and eight drive modes let you make the most of the Bentayga’s power, on or off-road. In a nod to efficiency, both the V8 and W12 can deactivate half their cylinders. Should you want to tow, the maximum rating is 7,716 pounds.
The Bentayga’s tech stack gets substantial updates for 2021. You’ll find a new 10.9-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay, along with a redesigned digital instrument panel and a standard wireless phone charger. Rear-seat occupants get a new enlarged remote-control tablet, and new USB-C ports abound. Even the telematics system now includes its own data connection. Other new features include optional cooled seats for rear passengers. In keeping with Bentley tradition, both the V8 and Speed offer a plethora of paint, leather hide, wheel, and trim options, including new dark tint diamond-brushed aluminum trim and two new straight-grain wood veneer options.
Bentley’s list of standard and optional safety features for the Bentayga includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, parking sensors, automatic parking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. No major external agency has crash-tested the Bentayga, which isn’t unusual for cars at this price point.
The 2021 Bentley Bentayga maintains its position as the last word in opulence and performance when it comes to an SUV.
Published Jun 1, 2022 by Kyree Rollerson
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by nini a
Mar 21, 2023
very good. beautiful craftmanship. Reasonable price. color is good.
excellent Mar 21, 2023
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2021 Bentley Bentayga Pricing
Original MSRP
$177,000 to $245,000Price range
$128,756 to $133,163Average price on CG
$130,831YoY price change
$132,042 to $130,831Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 60 GB hard drive · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Remote control: audio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 11 · 590 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 15.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 15.0 · Rear brake width: 1.5 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Interior accents: wood · Shift knob trim: chrome · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: hard · Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 16
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 2.85 · Limited slip differential: center · Locking differential: rear
Engine
Oil cooler: auxiliary
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: chrome · Bumper detail: front underguard · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: metallic · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 10.9 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 16
Rear Seats
Type: 40-60 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power panoramic · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade · Roof rails: chrome
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: 4-way power lumbar · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.27
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: vehicle location · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 10
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · 60 GB hard drive · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Remote control: audio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 11 · 590 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 15.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 15.0 · Rear brake width: 1.5 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: alloy · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Interior accents: wood · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: suede
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: hard · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 16
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 2.85 · Limited slip differential: center · Locking differential: rear
Engine
Oil cooler: auxiliary
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: chrome · Bumper detail: front underguard · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: metallic · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 10.9 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 16
Rear Seats
Type: 40-60 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power panoramic · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade · Roof rails: chrome
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: lock operation · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 10
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · 60 GB hard drive · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Remote control: audio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 11 · 590 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 15.8 · Front brake width: 1.5 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 15.0 · Rear brake width: 1.5 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Interior accents: wood · Shift knob trim: chrome · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: hard · Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB-C front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 16
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 2.85 · Limited slip differential: center · Locking differential: rear
Engine
Oil cooler: auxiliary
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: black · Bumper detail: front underguard · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: metallic · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 10.9 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 16
Rear Seats
Type: 40-60 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade · Roof rails: black
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.27
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: lock operation · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 10
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front