The Most Extreme Bentley SUV Ever Will Allow You to Drift in an Unprecedented Way | Carscoops

      The new model is set to be quicker and more powerful than the W12-powered Bentayga Speed.

      Bentley has hinted at the creation of the most dynamic and agile Bentayga to date.

      It is expected to feature an Akrapovič exhaust and generate over 626 hp.

      The W12 engine from Bentley was retired last summer, yet this marks a new era for British performance, as the luxury brand teases the "most dynamic Bentayga yet."

      Scheduled to debut on June 2, this model aims to be the “new performance flagship” of the Bentayga series. The company mentioned that it will surpass the W12-powered Bentayga Speed in speed, power, and agility, providing the "most emotional and engaging Bentayga so far."

      While details are scarce, Bentley confirmed that the crossover will utilize a twin-turbocharged V8 without hybrid components. Though specific figures are not disclosed, it's anticipated to exceed 626 hp (467 kW / 635 PS) and achieve 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in under 3.9 seconds.

      Regardless of the final specifications, they will significantly improve upon the existing twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine, which produces 542 hp (404 kW / 550 PS) and 568 lb-ft (770 Nm) of torque. This current setup allows the SUV to reach 62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.4 seconds, with a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h).

      At this time, Bentley is not revealing much more about the model, but a teaser video indicates it will come with an Akrapovič exhaust and black badging, alongside a sporty diffuser and a new ESC Dynamic mode that offers a more extreme Sport calibration. This new feature promises to allow exhilarating drift angles, a first for Bentley's top-performance SUV.