2022 Bentley Bentayga Review

Since its introduction, the Bentayga has been able to flaunt exclusivity and status in equal measure, making it the preeminent ultra-luxury SUV. Though it shares its underpinnings with the likes of the Lamborghini Urus and the Porsche Cayenne, the Bentayga is very much a Bentley and, as such, can be built to suit even the most extravagant and unique tastes. Powering this bespoke behemoth is your choice of either a twin-turbocharged V8 or an exotic twin-turbocharged V12 engine. A plug-in hybrid powertrain was offered last year, but Bentley has put this option on hiatus until 2023.

For 2022, the Bentayga gains a trim level to bridge the gap between the entry-level V8 and the nearly over-the-top Speed trim level. Known as the S, it comes standard with a more sporty appearance as well as a sport-tuned adaptive suspension and a more aggressive exhaust system.

The success of the Bentayga has caught the attention of rival luxury brands. Mercedes-Benz now offers a more refined and luxurious version of its GLS, known as the Maybach GLS, while Lamborghini and Porsche put performance first with their luxury SUVs. Keeping it on the island, Range Rover continues to offer an aristocratic take on the SUV, while the Rolls-Royce Cullinan takes opulence to a new level. To see if the Bentayga is worthy of a spot in your garage, check out the Edmunds' Expert Rating below.

The 2022 Bentayga is available in three trim levels: V8, S and Speed. A mind-boggling array of interior and exterior color choices, as well as a fair number of stand-alone options, are available to tailor any of the three Bentayga models to your needs. There are several more traditional (and eye-wateringly expensive) option packages, which Bentley refers to as Specifications.