2028 Bentley TorcalBentleyAbout 300 miles of driving rangeShould be very luxuriousMore compact than BentaygaBig break from Bentley traditionDoes it look good?Waiting for all the detailsSmaller than the Bentayga SUV, the all-electric 2028 Bentley Torcal heralds new design and technology approaches for Bentley's next-generation vehicles. Few details are known about the Torcal SUV leading up to its reveal later this year, but here's what you can expect.Is the Bentayga Going Electric?The Bentayga may eventually go all-electric, but the 2028 Bentley Torcal isn't meant to be an EV version of the Bentayga. The Torcal is a new addition to Bentley's SUV lineup, rather than a replacement for the Bentayga.AdvertisementAdvertisementExpect the Bentayga to stick around a few more years in its current form, with V-8 and hybrid powertrain options available.How Big Is the Torcal?Bentley lists the Torcal's overall length at 196.9 inches. For comparison, a Bentayga is about 202 inches long depending on specification. That difference might not seem like much, but it still allows Bentley to position the Torcal as a smaller SUV in its lineup, distinct from the Bentayga.Is the Bentley EV Quick?All new Bentleys are quick, so expect the Torcal to maintain its maker's performance inclination. A dual-motor all-electric powertrain is likely, potentially making more than 600 hp and delivering a 0-60 mph time of about 3.0 seconds.In our testing, we'll be evaluating the Torcal's ability to deliver speed in a refined and smooth way, not just rocket to 60 mph and beyond.Bentley EV SUV Range and ChargingAdvertisementAdvertisementDriving range for the Torcal is above 300 miles, Bentley says. That's likely based on European certification standards, so range calculations for the United States would probably be slightly less, around 280 miles. The Torcal is expected to be built on the Volkswagen Group's shared PPE architecture, which also underpins the Porsche Macan EV and Audi Q6 E-Tron. Those EV SUVs can recharge very quickly, so the Torcal should be able to as well.What Does the Torcal Look Like?Details on the Torcal remain scarce, but it's said to draw styling cues from the Bentley EXP 15 concept car.In particular, the Torcal should share a diamond-textured grille panel and vertical headlights, a break from the traditional round headlights that have long distinguished Bentley models.Why Is it Called Torcal?AdvertisementAdvertisementBentley sometimes names its cars after special natural formations, and the Torcal continues that theme. Its name comes from El Torcal de Antequera, a rocky area in southern Spain. There, the limestone formations take unusual shapes and arrangements, weathered into natural sculpture over millions of years.Bentley also says the Torcal name is meant to suggest the ample torque produced by its first dedicated all-electric powertrain.When and How Much?A full reveal for the 2028 Bentley Torcal will occur in September of 2026, so keep an eye out for updates around then. Expect pricing for Bentley's first EV to start at approximately $250,000.Top-Ranked Competitors:Ferrari LucePorsche Cayenne EVLucid GravityBMW iX5
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