All new 2027 Bentley Torcal Unveiled. Everything You Need to Know About Bentley's First Fully Electric Car
What is the Bentley Torcal?
The Torcal comes as the fourth model line in Bentley's current offerings, joining the Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Bentayga. Unlike the Bentayga, however, the Torcal is Bentley's first vehicle that is entirely built to be driven purely on electric power from the ground up. Bentley has labeled the Torcal as a "Luxury Urban SUV," and its name was taken from El Torcal de Antequera, a dramatic limestone rock formation in southern Spain; the name also has a connection to the Latin word "torquere, which means "to twist," which is the source of the word "torque.
Bentley has admitted that the Torcal is not intended to act as an electric alternative to the Bentayga; rather, it is designed as its own model line with a different personality and is intended to attract entirely new customers to the brand, ones that never considered buying a Bentley before.
Power, and Battery, Range.
As for performance figures, theTorcal genuinely impresses on paper, as it is the most powerful production Bentley ever built - 875 horsepower and a huge 996 pound-feet of torque. Given how electric motors generate power, having such a high level of torque will allow the Torcal to exhibit effortless acceleration.
Beneath the floor of the Torcal lies a massive 113kWh battery pack, shared with the electric platform underpinning the new Porsche Cayenne Electric, which allows it to have a claimed driving range of around 360 miles (around 580km) on a full charge. Charging is done with an 800 volt electrical system capable of handling speeds of up to 400kW, meaning a quick top up at a fast charger would be genuinely practical for long distance driving, assuming one can find the suitable charging stations along the way.
Bentley has been particularly careful to ensure that the Torcal's battery pack longevity is well taken care of as it is important for a brand whose cars are usually bought and kept for generations, rather than a couple of years. Using a Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt-Aluminium (NMCA) battery chemistry, Bentley claims that it is possible to retain around 90 percent of the battery pack capacity at 100,000 miles of driving.
Design.
While it is nearly five meters in length, the Torcal is slightly smaller than the short-wheelbase Bentayga in terms of overall size. Bentley has claimed that the design process for this car is the most carefully considered one in the company's history, and the result is a car that looks very much like a Bentley, complete with a flat front end and a long hood and muscular rear haunches to boot, although it does have a commanding presence on the road.
The most notable design change is up front, where Bentley's traditional twin circular headlight signature has been swapped for two vertical light bars, in conjunction with a genuinely eye-catching illuminated grille that looks like a three-dimensional crystal shards are coming out of the front fascia. While it is not a design element that will appeal to all, it is meant to signify that this is something new for the brand, all while still keeping the overall shape and proportions firmly rooted in Bentley's traditional SUV design language.
Inside the car, Bentley has done everything to ensure that the transition to an electric car for the customers is as seamless and familiar as possible. The dashboard design borrows inspiration from the shape of Bentley's icon "Flying B" badge, centered around a new curved infotainment touchscreen. The screen's curve was designed in such a way that the distance between the driver's fingertip and the edge of the screen stays roughly the same when one's elbow is rested on the center console, making it easier and more convenient to use while driving.
Rather than putting in a second screen for the passenger, which has become a popular feature in luxury electric vehicles, Bentley has decided to eschew this feature altogether and let its quality material do the talking, and it has even partnered with British textile maker Fox Brothers & Co to develop a soft yet durable merino wool upholstery option, along with a new wood trim that is fashioned with multiple thin wooden slats being pressed together to create a distinctive gradient, ombre-style effect, a genuinely unique feature for a car interior.
Bentley has also been particularly careful to pay attention to the sounds and sensations inside the car; the beep of the turn signal is recorded from a leather mallet in use, while the activation of the voice-command feature mimics someone gently blowing across the rim of a crystal glass. There is even a subtle, artificial engine hum, which is claimed to be for driver's enjoyment as the total silence of electric cars can sometimes induce a feeling of unease amongst passengers, as there is no engine sound to give their brain a context of the car's movement and speed.
Driving Experience and Handling.
While full testing of the Torcal will have to wait until deliveries start, Bentley has expressed confidence in the Torcal's active suspension system, claiming that it will genuinely give different personalities depending on the selected driving mode. In the most comfortable driving mode, Bentley describes the Torcal as a "magic carpet", while in the sportiest mode, one should be able to experience the most dynamically capable four-door Bentley it has ever built, aided greatly in no small part by the low center of gravity created by mounting the large battery pack low on the underfloor.
Pricing and Release Date.
As for pricing, the Bentley Torcal standard starts at £173,300, while the more powerful Torcal S starts at £199,300. First deliveries are expected to start in the summer of 2027. In comparison to its competitors, the starting price of the Torcal is actually positioned below Bentley's much larger Bentayga SUV, making it an genuinely more accessible entry point into full-size luxury Bentley ownership, albeit "accessible" is a relative term for this segment.
Bottom Line
The Bentley Torcal represents a genuinely significant moment for one of the world's most storied luxury car brands. Rather than simply making an existing model electric, Bentley has built the Torcal as a distinct, purpose-designed vehicle that is meant to attract new buyers to its brand while still maintaining its signature presence inside and out. With serious power, a genuinely usable real-world range and Bentley's usual devotion to its craftsmanship and materials, it looks like a strong first step into the brand's electric future.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Bentley Torcal?
The Torcal is Bentley's first ever fully electric production vehicle, a luxury SUV that comes as the fourth model line in the brand's current offerings, joining the Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Bentayga.
How much horsepower does the Bentley Torcal have?
It has 875 horsepower and 996 pound-feet of torque, making it the most powerful production Bentley ever built.
What is the driving range of the Bentley Torcal?
Bentley claims that the driving range is around 360 miles (around 580km) on a full charge.
How fast can the Bentley Torcal charge?
It can charge at up to 400kW using a DC fast charging with an 800 volt electrical architecture.
How much does the Bentley Torcal cost?
The starting price of the Torcal is at £173,300, while the more powerful Torcal S starts at £199,300.
When can customers get the Bentley Torcal?
First deliveries of the Torcal are expected to start in summer 2027.
Where does the name "Torcal" come from?
It is inspired by El Torcal de Antequera, a dramatic limestone rock formation in southern Spain, and also has a connection to the Latin word "torquere," which means "to twist," which is the source of the word "torque.
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