Bentley is occurring a carbon binge, by introducing the Bentayga Apex Version, developed by its in-house Mulliner bespoke division and marketed because the ‘’most dynamic-looking and driving Bentayga ever.’’
What’s novel about this crossover, which shall be restricted globally to solely 20 items, is its reliance down low on lighter-weight carbon: 22-inch carbon rims that save a big six kilograms every in unsprung mass over the usual gadgets.
And slotted behind these wheels, a set of carbon silicon discs, which Bentley says can provide improved braking efficiency, survive temperatures of as much as 1,000 levels, and shave one other 20 kilos of weight in comparison with iron rotors. By using weight discount supplies, the luxurious British model claims the Apex fashions obtain improved steering agility — {that a} carbon wheel doesn’t flex on the street — in addition to higher braking response and fewer tire put on.
So far as trend parts for the limited-edition Apex, well-heeled clients will be capable of select from six ‘curated themes by Mulliner,” together with Excessive Silver with Beluga stripe and Sign Yellow pinstripes, Pale Brodgar with Anthracite stripe and Bacalar bronze pinstriping, and Alpine Inexperienced with matching stripe and orange pinstripe. We’re particularly enticed by Theme 1, comprised of an exterior in Sweet Pink satin, with a livery of Anthracite and Arctic White stripe and pinstripes in Arctic White. Bentley describes the inside thusly: “Arctic White important cover and Hotspur secondary cover are complemented by Arctic White distinction stitching and seat piping. This distinction color will also be discovered framing the satin carbon fibre fascia and waistrails.”
Design apart, the Apex Version is predicated on the Bentayga S, which homes a 550-horsepower twin-turbo V8 with a high velocity of 180 mph, with rear axle steering and lively anti-roll know-how. Most drivers would most likely be happy with the widespread S mannequin, which retails at a beginning worth of about $220,000. No pricing or availability for the Apex editions have but been introduced.