Bentley Torcal First Edition: launch version of electric SUV gets 888 PS, Mulliner details
Bentley has unveiled the First Edition of its first electric car. It uses the Torcal's most powerful drivetrain and adds its own wheels, carbon trim and more color choices.
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Bentley unveiled the First Edition of the Torcal, the launch version of its first fully electric car, on Oct. 22 in Crewe. It uses the range's most powerful drivetrain, rated at 888 PS and 1,350 Nm, according to the manufacturer. Bentley says it reaches 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and has a top speed of 260 km/h.
The version is marked by its own 22-inch wheels in gloss black with silver spokes, carbon fiber parts on the front bumper winglets, mirrors, sills and diffuser, and a First Edition badge on the front fender. Graphene Grey brake calipers come from the Mulliner workshop, which also supplies two of the interior color splits. Standard equipment includes wellness front seats, powered front and rear doors, a switchable glass roof and a Naim audio system with 1,780 watts and 28 speakers.
Bentley has not given a price for the First Edition, nor production numbers or delivery dates. According to Top Gear, the Torcal starts at 173,000 pounds in Britain and the Torcal S costs just under 200,000 pounds. The video shows the Torcal's unveiling.