Bentley’s X Concept signals a bold new direction for the Bentayga, transforming the luxury SUV into a far more serious off-road machine.
The idea, which is based on the Bentayga Speed, was unveiled as a means for Bentley to assess consumer interest in a more rugged, adventure-oriented model, but it feels a lot like a sneak peek at something closer to production.
Unveiled at the FAT Ice Race in Austria, the Bentley X Concept takes the brand’s 641 bhp performance SUV and reworks it with a more aggressive stance and purpose-built hardware.
Bentley widened the track by nearly five inches and raised the ride height by more than two inches, delivering over a foot of ground clearance and a markedly more commanding presence than the standard Bentayga.
Despite the added altitude, it retains the production model’s air suspension and anti-roll bars, suggesting Bentley is keen to preserve on-road composure alongside its newfound off-road credibility.
The concept rides on forged 22-inch Brixton wheels wrapped in chunky all-terrain tires, a setup that boosts wading depth to 21.7 inches.
That’s a noticeable improvement over the standard Bentayga, though still well short of dedicated off-roaders like the Land Rover Defender or Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Visually, the X concept leans into its Ice Race role with motorsport-style decals, while the roof steals the show with extra storage, spotlights, and—because this is Bentley—an electric go-kart mounted up top.
Whether this is a one-off spectacle or a preview of a future off-road Bentayga, the message is clear: Bentley is watching the off-road luxury boom very closely.
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