The Bentley Torcal has 552 horsepower and 600 km of WLTP range. The 10-80% charging time comes in two versions.
Bentley unveiled the Torcal model in London on September 23, 2026, its first electric vehicle. The SUV features a 113 kWh net battery, an 800 V electrical system, and a claimed WLTP range of up to 600 km. The price and date of first deliveries have not yet been announced.
Torcal is the fourth model line from Bentley, alongside Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Bentayga. It was designed, engineered, and will be produced in Crewe, England.
Specifications
Bentley Torcal
Bentley Torcal S
Power
821 hp
888 hp
Torque
1,194 Nm
1,350 Nm with Launch Control
0-96 km/h
3.3 s
2.8 s
Top Speed
250 km/h
261 km/h
Net Battery Capacity
113 kWh
113 kWh
WLTP Range
up to 600 km
up to 600 km
Shorter than other Bentley four-door models but still 5 meters long
The Torcal is 5 meters long and is the shortest four-door Bentley. Its trunk holds 460 liters, with an additional 90 liters in the front compartment. The car features a long wheelbase, short overhangs, and an illuminated grille with a rhombus pattern inspired by the Continental T.
Power is provided by two synchronous permanent magnet engines, one on each axle. A locked differential operates at the rear. The S version comes standard with 22-inch wheels, red brake calipers, a diffuser, and tinted headlights, while the base Torcal is equipped with 21-inch wheels.
888 horsepower and a 0-96 km/h acceleration time of 2.8 seconds are certainly not slow. However, Bentley admits it has limited performance for customer comfort. This is significantly lower than the 1,400 horsepower and 1.5-second 0-96 km/h figures promised in 2022 by the brand’s then-ceo.
Battery like that of an electric Cayenne, with unclear charging claims
The package consists of 192 lithium-ion pouch cells and operates at 800 V. Bentley offers a 10-year or 100,000-mile warranty on it, which is approximately 161,000 kilometers.
The manufacturer promises a peak charging power of 400 kW and the ability to charge from 10% to 80% in 16 minutes. However, the same announcement also mentions a time of “just under 20 minutes” for the same range. Bentley also claims that it can recover about 161 kilometers of range in seven minutes. Which of the two time estimates for 10% to 80% charging will be accurate remains to be seen on the charger.
The battery and charging specifications closely resemble those of the Porsche Cayenne Electric, its technical cousin from the Volkswagen Group. That vehicle also features 113 kWh, 800 V, 400 kW, and a 16-minute charge from 10% to 80%.
The Torcal features an active suspension that controls each wheel individually and eliminates roll stabilizers. The agile rear axle reduces the turning radius to 11.1 meters. Bentley also offers an optional “Bentley Dynamic Symphony” sound system, recorded with percussion, cello, and bass guitar. Fortunately, it can be turned off.
The cabin includes curved OLED screens, a heads-up display with augmented reality, facial recognition, and four Experience modes. The manufacturer retained physical switches on the console and steering wheel. Additional features include 100-percent Merino wool upholstery, 25 radars, sensors, and cameras, four electrically operated doors, and a 1,780-watt Naim audio system with 28 speakers.
The Torcal doesn’t try to be an electric hot hatch; it’s rather a very fast road car. Today, the biggest question mark isn’t regarding its power but its price and actual charging curve. With an electric Bentley, would you prefer 400 kW of power or a realistic 20 minutes to reach 80% charge?
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