McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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Bentley news from duPont REGISTRY News, updated as each story breaks, covering the Continental GT, the Bentayga, the Flying Spur and Mulliner's bespoke commissions. Our reporting takes in model reveals, first drives and the auction results that establish what these cars are worth. Bentley Motors news tends to move slowly and matter for years, so we follow how values hold across a generation. This is where the marketplace becomes useful. Many of the Bentleys covered here are listed for sale on duPont REGISTRY, placing the reporting and a genuine asking price side by side. For Bentley news today, and the luxury car market news that surrounds it, begin below.

A Bentley EXP 15 Concept and a vintage car are parked on a coastal road near Pebble Beach, with the ocean and rocky shoreline providing a stunning backdrop.

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 19, 2025

Bentley Debuts New EXP 15 Concept At Pebble Beach

Bentley brings a bold vision of its future to Monterey. Monterey Car Week is the ultimate automotive gathering for luxury cars, exotic cars, supercars, hypercars, classics, and more. Cherished classics and the latest and greatest cars of today are at auctions, on the streets, bounding up and down the mountain passes, taking on the nearby Laguna Seca race track, and proudly being displayed on manicured golf course grass. However, at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Concept Lawn is the event’s venue to display new and future automotive masterpieces. This year’s Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Concept Lawn included the public debut of Bentley’s latest concept vehicle, the new EXP 15. The concept itself isn’t intended for production, but aspects of it are said to indicate not only the anticipated first production Bentley battery-electric vehicle, but also the design cues of an entire upcoming cohort of future Bentley models. Its large, tall fastback silhouette is reminiscent of the 1930 Speed Six Gurney Nutting ‘Blue Train’ Sportsman coupé, combining sleek, hyperfuturistic minimalism with the classic proportions of cherished classics. However, a few specific design principles showcased by the EXP 15 are going to be present in future Bentley models, like Upright Elegance, the profile of the front fender, Iconic Grille, a new grille design for Bentley electric vehicles, Endless Bonnet Line, Resting Beast, the idea of a subtle muscularity to the design, and Prestigous Shield, a rear panel that beautifully showcases Bentley’s new Winged B logo. Under the glorious coastal California sunshine and incredible vistas of Monterey Car Week, the new Bentley EXP 15 proudly showcased the near future of one of the most prestigious and venerated ultra-luxury manufacturers in the automotive industry. As it returns to Crewe, Bentley continues to work towards realizing the future that the public debut of its EXP 15 concept car hinted at. View All Bentleys For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

A blue Bentley sports car with an Ombre By Mulliner paint finish is parked on a coastal road, set against the ocean and a cloudy sky in the background.

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 17, 2025

Bentley Unveils New "Ombre By Mulliner" Paint Finish At T...

Bentley’s most luxurious and complex paintwork yet fades into view. Monterey Car Week is where the most luxurious, exclusive, desirable, expensive, powerful, or any other superlative cars come to gather for a celebration of automotive excellence of just about every kind. Along with adrenaline-filled auctions, exotic cars littering the streets, unforgettable concours displays, and more, the world’s top automotive manufacturers take to the gorgeous Monterey Peninsula in California to showcase their latest and greatest, with Bentley Motors being no exception. At this year’s Monterey Car Week, Bentley arrives as a manufacturer being swept by the winds of change, retiring its W12 engine in favor of new performance-oriented hybrid powertrains, looking forward to electrification, and seeing major success currently through offering customers more bespoke configuration and commissioning options through its venerated and historic bespoke arm, Mulliner. More Bentleys than ever before feature the unique, ultra-luxurious bespoke touches that Mulliner offers, and in response, Bentley has offered more options than ever before, as well. The introduction of new paint facilities at Bentley’s “Dream Factory” in Crewe, England means that Bentley is also able to introduce new paintwork options for those who want a unique, eye-catching car, and now, at Monterey Car Week, a new one-off personal commission from Bentley is showcasing the new ultimate paint finish from Bentley: Ombre by Mulliner. With the new Ombre finish, the car transitions gracefully from one color to another across its length, the result of a painstaking technique that is done by hand. First, the car is sprayed in the two contrasting colors at the front and rear. After that, the blend is stages in a process that takes seasoned, expert technicians approximately 56 hours to complete. The first car to feature the new Ombre finish is a new Continental GT Speed, showcased at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. The Ombre finish fades from Topaz at the front to Windsor Blue at the rear, with a Topaz and Beluga interior echoing the same two-tone principle. Through Bentley’s global retailer network, the Ombre by Mulliner paint finish is available now to order in three different color combinations. Showcasing a captivating new paint finish that is impossible to take your eyes off of, Bentley continues to expand the catalog of Mulliner options that have gained ever-growing popularity. Image Source: Bentley Motors

A silver convertible sports car with orange and black accents is parked indoors on a gray floor with a green line.

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 07, 2025

Bentley Unveils First Customer Batur Convertible

Bentley finally unveils the first Batur Convertible. After over 20 years, Bentley has been waving a somber goodbye to its W12 engine, with production ending in 2024, and the previous flagship powertrain being replaced by Bentley’s 771-horsepower Ultra Performance Hybrid Powertrain. However, Bentley refused to let the W12 go quietly, instead ceremoniously retiring it with bespoke, limited-edition coachbuilt models that are ultra-exclusive celebrations of the W12’s reign in Bentley’s lineup. The last model in that legacy is the new Bentley Batur convertible, featuring futuristic design language, opulent craftsmanship, and of course, the most powerful iteration of the 6.0-liter twin-turbo W12 engine Bentley ever made, with 740 horsepower. The first production example of the Batur Convertible has finally been unveiled, and it shows off the amazing amount of coachbuilding and bespoke ultra-luxury craftsmanship that make it a true collector-grade masterpiece. The exterior of the convertible is finished in Opalite, with a strikingly contrasting racing stripe in Beluga and accents in Mandarin, but it’s the interior that captures the most attention. It features a unique ‘1+1’ configuration, with the driver’s seat being upholstered in Beluga, while the passenger’s side is upholstered in Linen. The stunning bespoke configuration was a result of a close collaboration between Bentley’s Mulliner bespoke department and the client, with Mandarin accents bringing together the two uniquely contrasting sides of the interior. After making its dynamic debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Car Zero example of the Batur Convertible, Bentley’s engineering development example, will be present at Monterey Car Week. As only 16 Batur Convertible examples are set to be made, the first one has officially been unveiled, with 15 to go. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

A vintage black car and a modern beige Bentley EXP 15 Concept are parked side by side in a spacious, dimly lit industrial garage, capturing the spirit of Monterey Car Week.

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 05, 2025

Bentley Brings EXP 15 Concept, Classics & More To Montere...

Bentley brings past and future to Monterey Car Week. Whether it’s for its ultra-luxurious lineup, cherished legacy of classic race cars, stunning bespoke creations, or cutting-edge engineering that brings performance, efficiency, and sustainability to a new level, Bentley is one of the most celebrated and buzzworthy names in the luxury automotive industry. This past year, Bentley’s lineup has undergone a massive transformation, introducing a new series of performance-oriented hybrid powertrains and new generations of its venerated lineup, as well as a new concept, the EXP 15, that previews an even more ambitious future for the manufacturer. The EXP 15 concept is making its global public debut at this year’s Monterey Car Week, one of the world’s most prestigious, exclusive, and anticipated annual automotive events with some of the world’s greatest, rarest, and most expensive luxury, classic, and exotic cars competing in Concours events, being displayed, and being sold at auction. In addition to the debut of the EXP 15, the Continental GT Speed will be at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, to display new paint technology, and the new Bentley Bentayga Speed will make its stateside public debut. Also, Bonhams is set to auction a one-of-a-kind Bentley surfboard, created to support SurfabilityUK and crafted out of Koa wood from Bentley’s wood shop, typically used for veneers. To round out the manufacturer’s Monterey Car Week presence, a stunning classic from the Bentley Heritage Collection, the Mark V Corniche from 1939, the result of a stunning restoration project bringing a car that was destroyed in World War II back to life. The car’s presence on the peninsula will mark the first time it’s ever been outside the UK or France. In addition, the 1930 Bentley Speed Six Gurney Nutting Sportsman coupe, which helped inspire the design of the EXP 15, will be present, bringing Bentley’s rich past and exciting future together as part of its Monterey Car Week activities. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

A collage of luxury car interiors highlights Bentley Mulliner Interior Options, showcasing various color schemes, leather seats, dashboards, and door panels with premium materials and finishes.

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 30, 2025

Bentley Announces New Mulliner Interior Options

Bentley continues to give customers even more Mulliner choices. Mulliner is a historic name in the automotive industry, and the department of Bentley that works to realize some of the wildest automotive dreams that Bentley has made come to fruition. These include limited editions, bespoke builds, unique options, coachbuilt collector-grade models, or painstakingly faithful recreations of historic Bentley masterpieces. However, for more Bentley customers than ever before, Mulliner is the key to unlocking an elevated level of personal expression in Bentley commissions that has been a significant contributor to the recent success of the ultra-luxury manufacturer and an incredibly popular solution for configuration. Building on that success, and the expansion of Mulliner’s potential thanks to new Bentley production facilities, Bentley is now announcing that Mulliner is expanding its already massive offering of personal commissioning options, allowing clients to experience Bentley interiors that are more unique, personal, and luxurious than ever before. These include new trim options, new details, new finishes, and more. New open-pore wood veneers offer a modern twist on the classic luxury elegance of wood trims, while a new palette of carbon fiber trims for those who want a sporty edge adds vibrant color to the mix, in the form of Damson, Kingfisher Blue, Imperial Blue, and Cumbrian Green. Meanwhile, Piano finish veneers can now be made to match the colors of exteriors or interior leathers in the car, while an interior pinstripe is now available that offers the same color matching possibility. With inspiration from luxury yachts, Mulliner is also offering a metal pinstripe option for veneers in the front console with either a straight or chevron pattern, while Wave is a new technical finish for the metal on the console, dazzlingly catching the light. Vehicles with Bang & Olufsen sound systems are available with new speaker grille colors: Kingfisher, Pillar Box Red, and Mandarin. Unique new luxury touches available from Mulliner include 18K gold “organ stop” vent controls, and tweed door inserts in exclusive yarn colors and five patterns: Cheltenham, Glen Plaid, Charcoal Herringbone, Sand Herringbone, and Damson. To help clients explore the vast and ever-expanding library of options available from Mulliner, the latest Personal Commissioning Guides are complete with Designer Suggestsions, showcasing the stunning potential of the options put together to create a unique and beautiful Bentley. Thanks to the virtually limitless universe of Mulliner, Bentleys continue to be some of the most captivatingly beautiful and well-crafted ultra-luxury vehicles on the market. View All Bentleys For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

Modern penthouse living room with large floor-to-ceiling windows, beige sofas, elegant chairs, potted plants, and a stunning ocean view under a blue sky—an exquisite example of Miami real estate at Bentley Residences Miami.

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 25, 2025

Bentley Residences Miami Reveals Its Spectacular $37.5M T...

Bentley Residences Miami unveils a two-story penthouse with stunning views, private pools, and car elevator access via the Dezervator. Bentley Residences Miami just pulled the cover off its most exclusive listing yet, a two-story penthouse on the 61st floor priced at $37.5 million. With vast views of the Atlantic Ocean and downtown Miami, the new listing is all about that elevated beachside ultra-luxury lifestyle. There are just two penthouses in the entire building, and this one specifically takes indoor-outdoor living to another level, with a summer kitchen, private terrace, and a brilliant balcony design that even keeps Florida’s gusty winds controlled. It feels like a retreat, perched high above Sunny Isles Beach, with quick access to the city when needed. The optional interior design concept, created by Bentley Home, leans into a contemporary laid-back look with a beachy color palette, curved walls, and a floating staircase. Natural stone, warm oak, and subtle Art Deco details give it subtle refinement without feeling overdone. It’s got four bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a powder room, a study, and even service quarters, so it works just as well for a family as it does for someone who likes to entertain. The two-level layout includes an indoor and outdoor pool, an entertainment loft, and high ceilings throughout. It’s basically a modern Miami mansion in the sky. For car lovers, this penthouse really goes the extra mile. With Bentley’s patented Dezervator, residents can ride straight up to their private garage without ever leaving the driver’s seat. The garage has space for seven cars, with EV charging ready to go. The rest of the building is equally equipped, with everything from a whisky bar and spa to a private movie room and beach club. There’s even a dog spa and a few oceanfront cabanas thrown in for good measure. Set to be finished in 2028, Bentley Residences aims to combine Miami high-rise living with a true sense of comfort, space, and style. This penthouse may come with a hefty price tag, but it’s hard to find anything quite like it, especially when your car gets a better view than most apartments in the city. Discover Bentley Residences Source: Bentley Motors

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 22, 2025

Check Out Exclusive Automotive Group's Inventory of Bespo...

Exclusive Automotive Group presents a unique Bentley Mulliner collection, offering bespoke luxury vehicles in Washington DC. Exclusive Automotive Group is proud to showcase its “1 of 1 by Mulliner” collection as part of its growing inventory of new and pre-owned exotics. As the Premier Authorized Dealer for Aston Martin and Bentley in Washington DC, located in Vienna’s Tysons Corner, this exclusive collection is the pinnacle of bespoke automotive craftsmanship. The “1 of 1 by Mulliner” collection, available exclusively at Exclusive Automotive Group, represents the vast capabilities when configuring a luxury car with Bentley Motors. Mulliner, Bentley's bespoke division, is renowned for its artistic excellence and innovative vision. Each Bentley in this collection stands out as an example of Mulliner’s mastery. The Mulliner experience transcends conventional luxury, offering customers the opportunity to see their dream cars come to life. Every curve, stitch, and hue in these Bentleys is a symbol of unwavering quality and individuality. The collection features Bentleys that are unique in every aspect, from custom exterior finishes to meticulously designed interiors. These Bentley specifications embody the essence of exclusivity and refined taste, reflecting the unique personality and desires of their owners. At Exclusive Automotive Group, a dedicated team ensures a seamless acquisition process for these bespoke Bentleys. Discover the essence of bespoke luxury with Bentley Mulliner at Exclusive Automotive Group. View all of Exclusive Automotive Group's 1-of-1 Mulliner examples currently for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Exclusive Automotive Group Inventory 2024 Bentley Bentayga Azure V8 View Price And Listing 2024 Bentley Continental GT S V8 View Price And Listing 2024 Bentley Bentayga S V8 View Price And Listing 2024 Bentley Continental GTC Mulliner W12 View Price And Listing 2024 Bentley Bentayga S V8 View Price And Listing 2024 Bentley Continental GTC Mulliner W12 View Price And Listing 2025 Bentley Bentayga S V8 View Price And Listing 2024 Bentley Continental GTC Speed View Price And Listing 2025 Bentley Bentayga S V8 View Price And Listing 2024 Bentley Bentayga EWB Azure V8 View Price And Listing

A blue Bentley Bentayga Speed luxury SUV drives on a paved road lined with hay bales and checkered barriers, surrounded by green trees in daylight, reminiscent of the famous Goodwood Hillclimb record runs.

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 11, 2025

New Bentley Bentayga Speed Breaks Goodwood Hillclimb Record

Bentley’s new performance SUV dominates the Goodwood hillclimb. Having retired its iconic W12 powertrain over a year ago, Bentley radically reimagined the heart of its performance-oriented ultra-luxury vehicles, the Speed lineup. Now, the new Bentley Bentayga Speed uses a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 with 641 horsepower to exceed the power of the previous generation’s W12 engine, making the new Bentley Bentayga Speed the most powerful and fastest production Bentayga yet. At this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, one of the most prestigious and anticipated automotive events in the United Kingdom and worldwide, the new Bentayga Speed showcased its incredible performance by taking on the famed Hillclimb race at the event, and its completion time of only 55.8 seconds made the new Bentley Bentayga Speed the fastest ICE-powered production SUV in the history of the Festival of Speed. During the record-breaking run, the power and dynamics of the new Bentayga Speed were showcased beautifully, with the ultra-luxe high-performance SUV reaching speeds of 130 mph, with the ability to go from 0-60 in just 3.4 seconds with Bentley’s in-house driving specialist Andy Marson behind the wheel. Flat out, the new Bentayga Speed can reach a top speed of 193 mph, a staggering number for an SUV, and beyond production vehicles, the time is second only to Bentley’s Pikes Peak Bentayga, a one-off that was modified for racing purposes. Even a wet track at Goodwood couldn’t stop the new Bentayga Speed from setting a new record, cementing its status as a new chapter for Bentley’s performance engineering and a new standard for ultra-luxurious high-performance SUVs. View All Bentley Bentayga Speed For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

A group of people stand outside a modern Bentley Motors showroom at Goodwood, with a large screen displaying cars and a suited man, on a sunny day.

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 10, 2025

Bentley Motors Celebrates Big At Goodwood With 30+ Cars A...

With a massive new display and more than 30 cars on-site, Bentley goes all-in at Goodwood. Bentley Motors has long since been a staple symbol of British luxury and performance, with its roots deeply planted in U.K. soil. Events like the Goodwood Festival of Speed feel less like an appearance and more like a homecoming for Bentley, celebrating its legacy in engineering, design, and motorsport that continues to fuel national pride across generations of collectors and motoring enthusiasts. This year, Bentley arrived to the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed with something to prove. The manufacturer rolled in with its largest event display to date, anchored by a new two-story stand and a fleet of more than 30 cars. Among the highlights was the UK debut of the newly updated Bentayga Speed, which took to the hill alongside the coachbuilt Batur Convertible. Five of Bentley's latest models made runs up the hillclimb, while others acted as course cars or chauffeured VIPs. The display itself featured hands-on craftsmanship demonstrations, boutique gear, and a rotating lineup of top-tier examples for visitors. Bentley’s presence at the event feels more like a celebration of where the marque is today, bridging its ultra-luxury heritage and pursuit for performance. The new Bentayga Speed takes center stage among the First Glance cars, while a handful of Speed-series models, including the Continental GT and Flying Spur, showed off newer styling tweaks and upgrades like Akrapovič exhausts and satin-finish paint. The lineup also included a Storm Grey Bentayga S with a paint job that reportedly took over 50 hours to hand-finish. Of course, it wouldn’t be Goodwood without some flair, and Bentley delivered with the return of the Bacalar and a surprise cameo by the rarely seen Speed Six Continuation Series. Even more of an example of Bentley's well-rounded DNA is the Bentayga Black Edition doubling as a course car, fresh off chauffeuring Black Sabbath to their last show. It’s all part of Bentley’s ongoing balancing act of modern luxury, old-world craftsmanship, and enough horsepower to make some noise. View All Bentleys For Sale Source: Bentley Motors

A large brick and glass building with "Bentley Motors" signs on both sides, several cars parked in front, and a partly cloudy sky above.

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 08, 2025

Bentley Opens A New Design Studio

Bentley reimagines its historic home for a new Design Studio. With over a century of history, Bentley has a cherished heritage as well as a rapidly evolving lineup of elegant ultra-luxury vehicles with ambitious new plans on the horizon. Recently, it teased the beginning of a new chapter in its venerated legacy by unveiling a new version of its iconic Winged B emblem, only the fifth version of the legendary logo in the manufacturer’s history. Now, that new emblem is proudly emblazoned at the front of Bentley’s new Design Studio, which is a conversion of one of the oldest and most iconic parts of Bentley’s historic home in Crewe, England. The exterior fascia of the building, which has been restored and revised, originally dates back to the 1930s, the relative dawn of Bentley’s long and storied past. The new home of Bentley Design originally served as Bentley’s “front of house,” and as another touch that nods to its celebrated near-century-long history is the restoration of the original brass stairwell from the 1930s, which has since been adorned with a plaque honoring its historical significance. As Bentley opens its new Design Studio at Crewe, a new Bentley concept car is emerging, further cementing the path that the historic ultra-luxury manufacturer is set to go down in the near future. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

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