Throughout Bentley’s century-long history, diamond patterns and shapes have been a through line, subtly identifying the powerful, luxurious, and elegant machines from Bentley across a hundred years. The upcoming Torcal, Bentley’s first production battery-electric vehicle that is set to be unveiled later this year, is no exception, with several diamond-patterned details being a part of the latest announcement teasing new aspects of the upcoming Bentley BEV.
Carrying a tradition that stretches back to the 1920s, from wire mesh grilles to diamond-quilted upholstery, headlights, and stunning interiors, the Torcal features several diamond patterns in its design. One of the most prominent is its grille, which features a floating appearance and a diamond pattern. Other features that showcase diamonds in the Bentley Torcal include diamond patterns on the digital displays of the vehicle, in the form of hand-cut crystal objects specially created for the car, created in collaboration with Cumbria Crystal. The diamond-patterned crystal objects catch the light and create a dynamic beauty throughout the Torcal’s interior.
Evolving the use of diamonds in Bentley’s design language, the Torcal represents the furthest evolution of a practice that originated as a functional engineering solution, changing to an expression of beauty, luxury, and elegance throughout Bentley’s lineup. While the use of diamond patterns in Bentleys, including the Continental GT, the Bentayga, and, uniquely, the upcoming Torcal, is an eye-catching design touch, it’s also a celebration of over a hundred years of innovation, artisan craftsmanship, and engineering excellence that Bentley has represented throughout its lineage.
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