saloon, which the Bentayga EWB indirectly replaces as the flagship model in Bentley's range. Other visual cues are limited to the panoramic glass sunroof that has been shifted further back to prioritise rear-seat passengers, and optional 22in polished alloy wheels.The Bentayga EWB is available with just one engine option: Bentley’s 542bhp twin-turbo 4.0-litre petrol V8. It’s enough to get this 2.5-tonne vehicle from 0-62mph in 4.6sec and on to a top speed of 180mph.
The ride in the Bentayga EWB is marginally firmer than in the Range Rover, but it’s wonderfully compliant and settles down very quickly. Ultimately, its fantastic blend of high-speed comfort and composure will have you devouring fast sweeping roads with very little effort. EWB buyers can choose whether to have a three-person rear bench, two reclining 'Airline' rear seats or the so-called 4+1 layout. With the 4+1 option, you get two full-sized rear seats with a long central armrest that folds away to reveal a smaller back-up seat. That brings added versatility – although you’ll feel like you’ve drawn the short straw if you find yourself sitting on it.
The Airline seats aren’t just heated and cooled, either: they also automatically adjust to keep you at the ideal body temperature. As well as having a massage function, the seats will periodically tweak their positioning to adjust your posture, minimising the chances of fatigue on a long journey.