Bentley Unveils Bentayga X Off-Road Concept at FAT Ice Race

Bentley Motors unveiled its Bentayga X Concept at the FAT Ice Race in Zell am See, Austria, on Friday, presenting a rugged prototype designed to test interest in an off-road variant of its luxury SUV.

The concept, based on the high-performance Bentayga Speed model, retains the vehicle's 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, which produces 478 kilowatts of power and 850 Newton-meters of torque. This powerplant pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel drive, and a 48-volt electric active anti-roll system to maintain the Bentayga's signature blend of performance and composure. Bentley developed the X Concept specifically to gather feedback from owners and potential customers on the viability of a more off-road-oriented version, amid growing demand for adventure-ready luxury vehicles.

Key modifications enhance the SUV's capability for unpaved terrain. The ride height has been raised by 55 millimeters, boosting ground clearance to 310 millimeters and allowing a wading depth exceeding 550 millimeters. The track width expands by 120 millimeters, with wheel arches widened by 40 millimeters to accommodate 22-inch one-piece forged wheels from Brixton shod in Radar Renegade RT...