Bentley Unveils the Torcal, Its First Fully Electric Model
The new electric Bentley reportedly sounds like a V8, rides like a Flying Spur and handles like a Continental GT, according to early impressions.
Bentley has introduced the Torcal, its first fully electric vehicle, according to a report from Ars Technica.
Early impressions describe the car as sounding like a V8 engine, riding like Bentley's Flying Spur sedan and handling like the brand's Continental GT, suggesting the automaker has aimed to preserve key elements of the traditional Bentley driving experience despite the shift to an electric powertrain.
Electrification of a Luxury Icon
The Torcal marks a significant step for Bentley as it joins other luxury and performance automakers in transitioning toward electric vehicles, a shift reshaping much of the auto industry. Preserving a distinctive driving character, including sound and handling feel, has been a notable challenge for luxury brands as they electrify traditionally combustion-powered lineups.
Further specifications, including range, pricing and availability, were not detailed in the initial report.
Sources
- Here's the Torcal, the first fully electric Bentley — Ars Technica
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