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2026 Bentley Bentayga
The 2026 Bentley Bentayga's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 3 EPA certification records across 3 model/option labels (Bentayga, Bentayga EWB, +1 more), spanning All-Wheel Drive drivetrain and Premium, Premium and Electricity fuel types across 2 engines (3L 6-cyl SIDI; PHEV, 4L 8-cyl SIDI). EPA classifies it under Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD vehicle class, built on Conventional, Plug-in Hybrid powertrain technologies. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 16–21 MPG/MPGe, an electric range of 20 miles, an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700–$4,850/yr. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. The site covers 5 model years of the Bentley Bentayga, 2020 through 2027, and this is the 2026.
Configurations3
Model/option labels3
Combined efficiency16–21 MPG/MPGe
Electric range20 mi
Decision answers16
Complete certification table
3 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49562Bentayga | 4L 8-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 14 | 21 | 16 | N/A |
| 49563Bentayga EWB | 4L 8-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 14 | 21 | 16 | N/A |
| 49751Bentayga Hybrid | 3L 6-cyl SIDI; PHEVPlug-in Hybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium and Electricity | 19 | 23 | 21 | 20 mi |
Model-specific answer center
16 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2026 Bentley Bentayga versus the 2025 Bentley Bentayga?
Model year
Nothing in the certification data changed, so the 2026 Bentley Bentayga carries the 2025 Bentley Bentayga's figures forward: 3 certification records labelled Bentayga, Bentayga EWB, Bentayga Hybrid, 3L 6-cyl SIDI; PHEV, 4L 8-cyl SIDI, all-wheel drive on premium, premium and electricity, rated 16-21 combined MPG/MPGe, 20 miles of electric range and an EPA annual fuel cost of $3,700 to $4,850. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 1 for the 2025 to 1 for the 2026.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02What kind of brakes does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga have?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend lists the 2026 Bentley Bentayga with four-wheel disc brakes. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q03What suspension does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga use?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend describes the 2026 Bentley Bentayga's suspension this way. Front: a double-wishbone design. Rear: a multi-link design. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q04What is the MSRP of the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD at an MSRP of $223,600.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q05How much horsepower and torque does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD make?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD at 542 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q06How much does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD weigh?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD with a curb weight of 5,326 pounds.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q07How many people does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD seat?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists 4 seats for the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q08How much cargo space does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD have?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists 15.2 cubic feet of cargo space for the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q09How big is the fuel tank on the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists a 22.5-gallon fuel tank for the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q10How much ground clearance does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD have?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists 9.7 inches of ground clearance for the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q11What warranty does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD come with?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Bentley Bentayga V8 AWD with basic coverage of 36 months with unlimited miles, powertrain coverage of 36 months with unlimited miles, corrosion coverage of 36 months with unlimited miles and roadside assistance of 36 months with unlimited miles.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q12How quickly does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga Speed accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Specifications
Indigo Auto Group lists 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds for the 2026 Bentley Bentayga Speed.
Source: Indigo Auto Group model-year specification page
Q13What is the GVWR of the 2026 Bentley Bentayga AWD Azure Hybrid 4dr SUV?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 7,165 pounds for the 2026 Bentley Bentayga AWD Azure Hybrid 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q14What is the payload capacity of the 2026 Bentley Bentayga AWD Azure Hybrid 4dr SUV?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a maximum payload of 1,631 pounds for the 2026 Bentley Bentayga AWD Azure Hybrid 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q15How much headroom and legroom does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga AWD Azure Hybrid 4dr SUV have?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists the 2026 Bentley Bentayga AWD Azure Hybrid 4dr SUV with 38.0 inches of front headroom, 41.7 inches of front legroom, 38.0 inches of rear headroom and 40.9 inches of rear legroom.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q16What size tires does the 2026 Bentley Bentayga AWD Azure Hybrid 4dr SUV come with?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists 285/40R22 tires on the 2026 Bentley Bentayga AWD Azure Hybrid 4dr SUV.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
This model year’s federal safety record
1 federal recall campaign is on file for the 2026 Bentley Bentayga.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Federal filings for the 2026 Bentley Bentayga name equipment. These are the systems cited in recall documents for this model year specifically, not a survey of every fault owners report, and not a statement that any individual 2026 Bentley Bentayga is affected.
The 2025 Bentley Bentayga carries 1 recall campaign: the same recall count as the 2026. Open the 2025 Bentley Bentayga record
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API; NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API.
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2026 Bentley Bentayga.
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