Bentley is preparing to launch its first fully electric vehicle, the Torcal, a 5-meter-long SUV with an estimated driving range of over 300 miles [1, 2, 3]. The name Torcal is inspired by El Torcal de Antequera, a natural limestone rock formation in Andalusia, Spain, and derives from the Latin word "torquere," meaning to twist, linking to the concept of torque [1, 2, 3].
Testing of the Torcal began in late 2025, with prototypes spotted undergoing trials in the Arctic Circle and later at the Nürburgring racetrack earlier this year [1, 3]. Its design features a fastback-like roofline that slopes at the rear to reduce drag and improve range, while the front grille replaces traditional ventilation with a solid wall of illuminated crystals, a detail inspired by the Continental T model [2, 3].
Inside, the Torcal offers a premium interior with red leather and black Alcantara, a large curved digital display, and mechanical tactile controls, blending luxury with modern technology [3]. Bentley CEO Frank-Steffern Walliser said the Torcal "sets extraordinary benchmarks in every area that matters, and may just be the most considered car in our history" [3].
Earlier trademark filings indicated Bentley might have named the vehicle Barnato, after racing driver Woolf Barnato, but the company confirmed the Torcal name in July 2026 [1, 2, 3]. The Torcal will join Bentley’s existing lineup, which includes the Bentayga, Bacalar, and Batur models [1, 3].
Bentley has scheduled the official reveal of the Torcal for September 23, 2026, in London, offering the first full public look at its new electric SUV [2, 3].
