2019 Bentley Bentayga Review

Name: 2019 Bentley Bentayga Review
Brand: Bentley

Price: $85,995

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by Mark Takahashi^{Correspondent
Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the Edmunds YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.}

Pros

Incredible luxury and craftsmanship
Powerful engine and quick acceleration
Legitimate off-road capability
Optional seating for up to seven

Cons

Base trim lacks a few key features, especially for the price
Limited rear-seat and cargo room

What's new

A new V8 variant joins the Bentayga lineup for 2019
Part of the first Bentayga generation introduced for 2016

Twenty-plus years ago, the Bentley brand was bought by the Volkswagen Group. That same year Rolls-Royce was acquired by BMW. Since then, these iconic carmakers have been positively transformed while maintaining their respective personalities. The 2019 Bentley Bentayga is a prime example of this.

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2019 Bentley Bentayga
V8 4dr SUV
$89,800
fair price
$1,340 below market
- 28,324 miles
- 8cyl automatic
- Ultimo Motors (278 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
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Located in Warrenville, IL
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17 Combined MPG (14 City/23 Highway)
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VIN: SJAAM2ZV7KC026178
Stock: UM7433
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-02-2025
2019 Bentley Bentayga
V8 4dr SUV
$99,880
fair price
$1,934 above market
- 18,820 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
- 8cyl automatic
- Perillo Downers Grove (287 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
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Located in Downers Grove, IL
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
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17 Combined MPG (14 City/23 Highway)
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VIN: SJAAM2ZV4KC027353
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Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-24-2025

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The Bentayga is the first SUV from Bentley and showcases how much refinement, performance and prestige can be packed into a single vehicle. Add in some all-terrain abilities and German engineering and it's difficult to find fault with the Bentayga. Difficult, but not impossible.

Compared to the few competing premium luxury SUVs, the Bentayga has quite a bit less rear passenger space. It also comes up short in regards to technology, with some VW Group components disguised as Bentley bespoke.

If you're a Bentley purist, these missteps are easily forgiven since the brand's vehicles are known as more of a driver's car than a car to be driven in. For that, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan is the likelier but more expensive choice. If you find yourself in the enviable position of having to decide between them, you'll get no pity from us because you can't lose with either.

Notably, we picked the 2019 Bentley Bentayga Speed as one of Edmunds' Fastest SUVs for 2019.

Edmunds' Expert Rating

7.7 / 10

Trim tested

Each vehicle typically comes in multiple versions that are fundamentally similar. The ratings in this review are based on our full test of the Bentley Bentayga V8 (4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 | 8-speed automatic | all-wheel drive).

Scorecard

Overall	7.7 / 10
Driving	8.5
Comfort	9.0
Interior	8.0
Utility	7.5
Technology	5.5

Driving

8.5

Part SUV and part Saturn V rocket, the Bentayga makes as much of a statement with its 568 horsepower as its styling. Braking and handling capability are nearly up to the same level but lack the feel they should have at this price. Multi-modal terrain setting and air suspension give a commendable off-road performance.

Acceleration

9.0

Prodigious amounts of power assure the Bentayga can out-accelerate nearly anything this side of a supercar. Sixty miles an hour is reached in a scant 3.8 seconds and is accompanied by a burly V8 soundtrack. Acceleration, in any increment, is effortless as is befitting for a true luxury vehicle.

Braking

8.0

A vehicle of this size and weight stopping from 60 mph in 112 feet is impressive. Less impressive is the way the brakes feel, having a long and somewhat soft pedal that only firms up during panic stops. There's some grabbiness to the pedal, too, which can make it difficult to stop smoothly around town.

Steering

7.5

For all the performance the Bentayga is packing, the steering is surprisingly light with almost no feedback when you first turn the steering wheel. That said, the steering is accurate and allows the driver to put this expensive SUV exactly where you want it to go.

Handling

8.5

The amount of grip the Bentayga can generate is more than enough to shock not only its passengers but other vehicles on the road, too. The Bentley's torque-vectoring and air suspension systems do their best to manage the massive weight of the vehicle, but the tires will eventually succumb.

Drivability

9.5

The eight-speed transmission could get by with three speeds thanks to all this torque. The Bentayga is happy to dawdle and burble around or go flat-out until it runs out of fuel. Driving is relaxing and nearly effortless, but you eventually end up thrashing it like a complete hooligan.

Off-road

7.5

There's more off-road ability in the Bentayga than you might expect, but most all of its capability is achieved with software rather than hardware. The on-road-biased tires are also a limiting factor.

Comfort

9.0

The Bentayga checks all the boxes here. From supremely comfortable front seats to near vault-like silence at high speeds, the SUV no doubt sets the standard for the class. The only blemishes are the downmarket climate controls and somewhat plain-looking rear bench seat.

Seat comfort

8.5

The ventilated seats are whisper-quiet as well as supportive, supple and hugely comfortable, even over long distances. The standard rear bench seat, however, is almost unacceptable at this price and looks plain and cheap. Captain's chairs are optional, but they should be standard.

Ride comfort

9.0

Our test vehicle was equipped with the Bentley Dynamic Ride option, and it did an excellent job of tailoring the suspension response to suit not only the road surface but the type of driving being done. Vibrations from road impacts rarely entered the cabin, even with 22-inch wheels.

Noise & vibration

9.5

As expected, little road or wind noise is allowed to enter the cabin, no matter the speed. As a bonus, that makes the sound from the V8 engine at full throttle that much better. Even the big wheel and tire package didn't disturb occupants.

Climate control

8.0

The control interface looks a little too familiar and uses buttons sourced from something definitely not a Bentley. It's also a bit cluttered. Coverage and airflow are excellent, and the cabin was always the right temperature. Typical Bentley organ-stops for airflow are charming and expected by owners.

Interior

8.0

The Bentayga benefits from being not too high off the ground, which not only makes it easy to get in and out of but also improves forward visibility. Drivers can get comfortable immediately but might be puzzled by the placement of some controls. Rear-seat passengers might expect a bit more legroom in a Bentley.

Ease of use

7.0

The primary controls are all easy enough to use, but the placement of some of the control knobs, buttons and switches seems like a total afterthought or just poor decisions. You don't always notice it, but you should never have to on a vehicle this expensive.

Getting in/getting out

8.0

Imposing though it may be, the Bentayga isn't all that high off the ground, making it a breeze to get in and out of without looking undignified. The doors have a nice heft to them but are still easy to open and close.

Driving position

8.5

Getting situated in the Bentayga is a quick process thanks to the already solid ergonomics. There's ample adjustment for both the seat and steering wheel, and the driver is well-placed in the cabin, not sitting too high or too low.

Roominess

7.5

The rear seats really aren't that spacious and lack the legroom you can find in a full-size pickup truck. Front-seat passengers, clearly the priority with the Bentayga, won't want for any additional space.

Visibility

8.0

Visibility over the broad hood is good and gives you a commanding view of the road and your position on it. It's not too difficult to look around or through the pillars either. Rear visibility isn't even that bad for an SUV this chunky.

Quality

8.0

The seats, stitching, leather and paint are exceptional. Still, the quality isn't twice as good as, say, what you'll get with the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, which is significantly less expensive and is based on the same platform. The dated technology interface looks and feels downmarket and poisons the otherwise impressive experience.

Utility

7.5

It's unlikely a Bentayga will ever do any errands at a home improvement warehouse, but there's adequate space for an SUV of this size. Curiously, the cargo area isn't trimmed with any real luxury touches and looks a bit unspecial. Interior storage isn't overly abundant, but it is practical and keeps items secure.

Small-item storage

7.5

There isn't a lot of small-item storage, but what there is works well enough. The tray in front of the shifter is large enough for sunglasses, for instance, and the door pockets can hold a decent amount of stuff.

Cargo space

8.0

The cargo area is larger than expected. The folding rear seats allow easy storage for a bicycle, should you be inclined. It just looks and feels like it came out of an Audi, which is an issue because of the Bentley's price.

Child safety seat accommodation

7.5

It's a fairly typical car seat anchor setup. The doors open wide enough, and the ride height isn't too jacked up.

Towing

7.0

A rating of 7,716 pounds might sound impressive, but this number has not been confirmed with recognized U.S. testing procedures that demand a tongue weight of at least 10%. As such, we cannot fully trust this number.

Technology

5.5

While the technology you can't see, stuff like the trick suspension, is impressive, what you can see is a disappointing mix of dated technology and parts from other nowhere near-luxury cars. The expensive audio system wasn't up to snuff either. It spoils the otherwise luxurious interior.

Audio & navigation

4.5

This system is lifted straight out of an older VW, dated graphics and everything. The multi-function display in the instrument panel is terribly cluttered and is the opposite of luxurious. The Naim audio system is far less impressive than what we would expect for this price, lacking punch and clarity. It's overpriced and disappointing.

Smartphone integration

6.0

Apple CarPlay is available, but Android Auto is not. Bluetooth connections were consistent, but the connection times were only average, probably a function of the significantly older head unit. Wireless charging was not available in our test vehicle.

Driver aids

7.5

Most of the standard driver aids are present, and it's nice to see the stability control system is well-calibrated for the Bentayga's performance envelope. Obvious for its absence is the new surround-view camera technology that's present on many other luxury cars.

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2019 Bentley Bentayga models

The 2019 Bentley Bentayga is offered with either a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 (542 horsepower, 568 lb-ft of torque) or a twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W12 (600 hp, 664 lb-ft). An eight-speed automatic sends power to all four wheels.

Standard features include 21-inch wheels, automatic adaptive LED headlights, automatic high beams, power-folding and heated mirrors, a heated windshield, rain-sensing wipers, a panoramic sunroof, roof rails, soft-close doors, a power liftgate, front and rear parking sensors, an air ride suspension, adaptive dampers, selectable drive modes, hill descent control, and keyless entry and ignition. A hands-free liftgate is standard on the W12 and an option on the V8.

Inside, the Bentayga comes complete with tri-zone automatic climate control, premium leather upholstery, 16-way heated front seats with memory functions, a heated second-row bench, wood veneer trim, a cooled glovebox, a universal garage door opener, an 8-inch touchscreen, a navigation system with traffic and Google Earth functions, a Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth, a rearview camera, Apple CarPlay, and a 10-speaker CD/DVD player with satellite radio and 60 GB of media storage. Advanced safety features include a blind-spot monitor and passenger exit warning.

The Bentayga, and indeed all Bentleys, are noteworthy for their numerous customization options. Popular add-ons for the V8 include the City Specification (an automated parking system, the surround-view camera, a traffic sign reader, forward collision warning/mitigation, and rear cross-traffic alert) and the All Terrain Specification (off-road drive modes, underbody skid plates, a surround-view camera system, and a cargo management system). These packages are standard for the V12.

Both the Bentayga V8 and V12 are offered with the Touring Specification (adaptive cruise control, a head-up display, cross-traffic collision mitigation, lane keeping assist, a low-level automated driving system and night vision).

Comfort and seating packages include the Front Seat Specification (22-way ventilated front seats with massage functions, power-adjustable seat-belt height, and comfort headrests with hinged wings), the Four Seat Comfort Specification (the Front Seat Specification plus two 18-way second-row seats with a fixed center console and comfort headrests), and the Seven Seat Specification (reverts back to the second-row bench and adds two power-folding third-row seats).

Bundled options continue with the Bentayga Styling Specification (racy carbon-fiber elements), the Blackline Specification (replaces the chrome exterior trim with dark finishes), the Event Specification (a retractable tailgate bench and overhead lighting), the Sunshine Specification (power rear window shades and twin sun visors), and the Mulliner Driving Specification (diamond-quilted upholstery, a knurled gas and oil filler cap, and embroidered Bentley emblems). The Bentayga V12 includes the Mulliner Driving Specification as standard equipment.

Also available are 20- or 22-inch wheels, retractable running boards, a premium Naim audio system, rear-seat picnic tables, interior ambient lighting, a heated steering wheel (standard on V12), lamb's-wool carpeting, vehicle location monitoring, Breitling clocks, and a rear entertainment system. In addition to the seemingly endless choices of paints and interior materials, wealthy buyers can also specify custom features to their heart's content.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2019 Bentley Bentayga V8 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.74 per gallon for premium unleaded in Iowa.}

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Software problems with new electronics

Larry Keller, 08/28/2018

2018 Bentley Bentayga Black Edition 4dr SUV AWD (6.0L 12cyl Turbo 8A)

This is our fourth Bentley that we have owned. We purchased a 2018 Bentagya in November 2018. Currently we have 7200 miles on it and this is what we have encountered. This generation of Bentley has a new set of electronics compared to the last three we owned. We do not like this new set of electronics, the car is very unpredictable and not user friendly. We do not feel this is a SUV that … you can relax and drive. You need to be attentive to certain situations that can occur. For example every time you turn on the air conditioner and / or heater, you must set your settings each time, (windshield, dash vents, or floor). You need to press more buttons to get the system to work. I have figured out that you need to set up the air system before you start driving due to the time to set up and not looking at the road. The driver door does not close automatically and will cause the parking brake to come on, whenever you stop. See more in other paragraph. Bentley has also designed a shut off mode for the motor, that is on unless you turn it off each time you start the car. If you forget to shut off that button or change modes, watch out. You will go to push the gas at a stoplight and nothing will happen, then about the count of 3, BAMMMMM!!! Your car shoots off thru the light. We have almost rear ended several cars because of this. You go to push the gas and nothing happens, you wonder what happened, and then it starts and rockets off. The front end collision braking system has activated several times on me, and once on my wife, when there was nothing close to the front of the car. When this occurs it almost throws you thru the windshield and makes you nervous each time you see the red light in the dash light up. The biggest problem we have had is the driver door will not shut automatically with the motor all the time. Sometimes it shuts and sometimes it does not. If you restart the car, it will work (electronics). We took it to the dealer; they tried to update the system with a software update. It did not work. Our door still does not close and now they want to order the part to fix it. I think it is more of an electrical problem than part, but we will see. The day before we had the car in for service, I had a low tire light come on, so I asked them to fix it. I was told when I picked up the car that they could not fix the tire because the tread was too low and it was against their policy to fix tires in that tread range. Keep in mind that the car only had 6900 miles on it at that time. So my question is, are the tires on the Bentagya only good for 10,000- 12,000 miles? I guess so. Expect to replace your tires after the first year of driving, due to the cheap tires they are putting on them. This Bentagya is not the SUV that we were hoping for when we purchased it. With what we have encountered so far, I would suggest a Range Rover and save yourself $130,000.

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Barrington , 11/21/2022

2018 Bentley Bentayga Mulliner 4dr SUV AWD (6.0L 12cyl Turbo 8A)

I bought what I thought was my dream vehicle brand ne over 300k mulliner edition. Perfect truck so i thought. I rarely drive it I service it regularly it's my baby. I even hand wash it only. Had extended warranty so I said I dont drive it enough to justify 7I for warranty. Smh why did i not renew warranty. Truck has 30k miles just had to replace the transmission 27k just for the …

UNSAFE TO DRIVE

Gersalv, 08/07/2019

2018 Bentley Bentayga W12 (Signature) 4dr SUV AWD (6.0L 12cyl Turbo 8A)

I own a 2018 Bentley Bentayga. It is everything they say about handling, car colors, speed, etc. Hoever what is NOT said is the car' s safety. After only 8800 miles, I took my car in for the first service, which I thought would be routine oil change, filter, etc. I was horrified to learn that my brakes were dangerously low! I had to not only replace pads but rotors as well which had …

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Alexander , 09/14/2022

2018 Bentley Bentayga Mulliner 4dr SUV AWD (6.0L 12cyl Turbo 8A)

I bought truck brand new mulliner package 311k car isn't worth half that now. And just had to replace transmission and of course it's out of warranty I have 30k miles on this piece of crap. Happend out the blue no warning and I rarely drive it except special occasions. SO FIND A DIFFRENT CHOICE THEY SUCK

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2019 Bentayga Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$165,000
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$259/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	17.1 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / unlimited miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Bentayga models:

Reverse Traffic Warning: Warns if a vehicle is approaching while backing into traffic.
Lane Assist: Warns if the vehicle begins to drift out of its marked lane and corrects the steering if the driver doesn't react."
City Safeguard: Alerts the driver if an imminent frontal collision is detected and applies the brakes if no action is taken in time.

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