An EV that sounds like a 6.75 L V8: A ride in the Bentley Torcal

Bentley is preparing to launch its first battery-electric vehicle, the Torcal, which is currently in the final stages of testing. The vehicle shares engineering foundations with the Porsche Cayenne EV and aims to deliver high performance without a combustion engine.
Why it matters
The transition of ultra-luxury brands like Bentley to electric powertrains signals the broader electrification of the high-end automotive market.
400 kW charging Bentley takes us for a ride in its new EV, the Torcal The electric Torcal will be Bentley’s entry model and cost less than a Bentayga.
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