Bentley’s Bentayga Hybrid Family Extends With New S And Azure

Bentley Bentayga S Hybrid, Bentley Bentayga Azure Hybrid

Bentley has extended its range of luxury hybrids with the addition of two new models to the Bentayga family. 

It now welcomes the new Bentayga S Hybrid and Bentayga Azure Hybrid, each with a different focus but the same exceptional attention to detail.

Together, the Bentayga Hybrid’s V6 petrol engine, 100-kW electric motor and new 18.0-kWh battery deliver a remarkable spectrum of performance.

Neither choice represents a compromise as both models are equally capable of over 43 Km of driving range in zero-emission EV mode.

Distinctly though, the sporting design features of the Bentayga S Hybrid will surely tempt drivers to exploit the full potential of its combined output.

Meanwhile, for those who prioritise wellness, the Bentayga Azure Hybrid will provide an oasis of calm and serenity with its wellbeing focused cabin.

Bentley Bentayga S Hybrid

Bentley Bentayga S Hybrid

As the performance focused model, what’s under its hood is its main attraction. Fitted is a 3.0-litre TFSI V6 petrol engine and 100-kW electric motor that has a combined output of 456 Hp.

The setup accelerates the Bentayga S Hybrid from zero to 100 Km/h in just 5.3 seconds, and has a top speed of 254 Km/h.

Then, there’s the 15% increase in damping that stiffens the chassis and provides a platform for a more dynamic SPORT mode ESC tune.

On top of that, under SPORT mode, this model features sound enhancements in the engine bay, complementing the sound of the V6.

Also, its unique Hybrid Sports Exhaust brings a stirring symphony of sound within the cabin, and can even be tuned to different effect for front and rear seat passengers.

Bentley Bentayga S Hybrid

Aesthetically, as with all Bentley’s S models, the Blackline specification substitutes black for polished metal on all exterior brightware, apart from the Bentley ‘wings’ badge.

Said effect is intensified by black side sills and door mirrors, dark-tint headlamps, black radiator grille and surround, and Speed-style front bumper.

Whereas at the rear, it can be seen with a Speed-style tailgate spoiler, dark-tint rear lamps and black split-oval tailpipes.

Completing the visual package, distinctive 22-inch wheels are fitted with the ‘scythes’ pointing in the same direction on both sides.

They come with the choice of silver, black, or black and polished metal finishes, contrasted by Bentley’s red-painted brake callipers. 

Bentley Bentayga S Hybrid

Inside, its unique interior features a combination of Bentley’s crafted hide and the tactile, nubbed finish of Dinamica. It is offered in a choice of colour splits, curated to create a sporty ambience.

Another special touch is the driver digital instrumentation, featuring performance-esque dials like those in the Bentayga Speed, but with a PHEV power meter within the rev counter. 

Lastly, fluted seating and ‘S’ emblems on the fascia, illuminated treadplates and headrests further distinguish the ‘S’ hybrid from its Azure sibling.

Bentley Bentayga Azure Hybrid

Bentley Bentayga Azure Hybrid

Bentayga Azure Hybrid, while fully capable of the same thrilling performance, prioritises the wellbeing and comfort of the vehicle’s occupants first and foremost.

Offering an acoustically isolated cabin, this model promotes its focused characteristic through a combination of design, technology and craftsmanship.

Notably, Bentley’s new concept of ‘wellbeing behind the wheel’ for the Azure Hybrid was developed in collaboration with neuroscientist Katherine Templar-Lewis, from Kinda Studios.

Her engagement considered everything from light, to the patterns, to the impact of in-car posture and the importance of thermal comfort.

Hence, the cabin gets the Front Seat Comfort Specification, with up to 22-way adjustability and a heating/ventilation function to keep the body’s ideal temperature for comfort and alertness.

Bentley Bentayga Azure Hybrid

Plus, the sense of safe, serene progress and relaxed control is further enhanced by the Touring Specification of driver assistance systems. 

E.g., Adaptive Cruise Control keeps a set distance from the vehicle in front, slowing down to a halt, if needed, when the vehicle in front does so and resuming the set speed once the lane is clear. 

Paired with Lane Assist, Traffic Assist and Bentley Safeguard, Bentley’s suite of onboard radar and camera systems constantly monitor the surrounding traffic and roads.

Bentley Bentayga Azure Hybrid

Next, the colour, texture and tactility of the interior includes ‘wellness quilting’, offering the visual and tactile pleasure of precisely crafted diamond quilted upholstery. 

Three open-pore veneers, Dark Walnut, Crown-Cut Walnut and Koa offer a calm, soft satin sheen as alternatives to Bentley’s full selection of high gloss veneers. 

Additionally, there is also a choice of 15 hide colours and colour splits, with contrast stitching as standard and seat piping as a no-cost option. 

Besides that, the Azure emblem can be found on the fascia, illuminated treadplates and seat embroidery. 

Perfecting the interior specification are Bentley ‘B’ foot pedals, mood lighting and a duo-tone steering wheel with heating function.

Exterior-wise, the Azure Hybrid features bright chrome lower bumper grilles, Azure badging, 22-inch ten-spoke wheels and finishing touches such as the Bentley ‘jewel’ filler cap.

Bentley Electrification Transition

Bentley Bentayga S Hybrid, Bentley Bentayga Azure Hybrid

All in all, the new Bentayga S Hybrid and Bentayga Azure Hybrid models represent the next step in Bentley’s Beyond100 strategy. 

Thanks to their addition, 50% of Bentley’s product portfolio, which is seven models out of 14 are now available with a hybrid powertrain. 

That said, by 2025, the full Bentley line-up will be offered with hybrid powertrains, coinciding with the launch of the first ever Bentley Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV).