From Ars Technica · · 1m 40s
Bentley's first electric car arrives
The Torcal is a luxury EV that trades some of Bentley's signature bulk for speed and range.
In brief
The Torcal is a luxury EV that trades some of Bentley's signature bulk for speed and range. Bentley's first fully electric car, the Torcal, combines familiar luxury features with electric performance, hitting 60 mph in under 3 seconds while maintaining the comfort Bentley customers expect. Originally reported by Ars…
Bentley goes fully electric
The Torcal is Bentley's first battery-powered car, named after a Spanish rock formation. It's smaller than the Bentayga SUV and sits below it in the lineup.
Built on Porsche's platform
The Torcal shares technology with Porsche because both brands are owned by Volkswagen Group. It uses an 800-volt battery system and can DC fast charge at up to 400 kilowatts.
Serious acceleration for luxury
The standard Torcal hits 60 mph in 3.3 seconds with 810 horsepower. The Torcal S is faster at 2.8 seconds with 875 horsepower and a top speed of 162 mph.
Comfort meets dynamic handling
The Torcal's active suspension adapts between comfort and performance modes. It leans into corners like a luxury sedan but can handle dynamic driving like a sports car.
“you've got the ride comfort and compliance from a Flying Spur, but in a dynamic environment, we've got a vehicle that's as dynamic and capable as a GT”
Luxury materials inside and out
The interior features merino wool fabric and walnut veneer made from up to 1,000 offcuts glued together. A curved OLED touchscreen handles climate controls and infotainment.
Range and charging details
The 113 kilowatt-hour battery delivers 375 miles of range under WLTP testing. Fast charging from 10 to 80 percent takes just under 20 minutes at 400 kilowatts.
US pricing and availability
The Torcal arrives in the US in early 2026. Bentley hasn't announced pricing yet, but it should cost less than the Bentayga SUV.
What it means
Bentley's first fully electric car, the Torcal, combines familiar luxury features with electric performance, hitting 60 mph in under 3 seconds while maintaining the comfort Bentley customers expect.
