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New teaser video: Bentley Torcal

Bentley has been preparing for some time to launch its first electric model—an SUV—and today we officially know its name. Bentley announced that its fourth model line will be called Torcal. A teaser image has also been released, and we won't have to wait long to see the full model, as the unveiling is scheduled for September 23.

Bentley states that the name Torcal comes from El Torcal de Antequera in Andalusia, Spain—a nature reserve in the Sierra del Torcal mountain range featuring striking limestone formations, including towering cliffs, unusual rock structures, and caves. This is not the first Bentley named after a natural landmark, following in the footsteps of the Bentayga, Bacalar, and Batur. Bentley also notes that the name references the Latin word "torquere," meaning "to twist," which gave rise to the modern English word "torque."

Alongside the name announcement, Bentley released a new image of the Torcal for the first time. Showing the rear of the car, the image reveals little but appears to confirm it is an SUV rather than a sedan or coupe, as the roofline seems to extend to the vehicle's rear. We can also catch a glimpse of slim taillights with a diamond-shaped design and a black Bentley emblem.

More information is expected to emerge in the coming months, but we have already seen the Torcal undergoing testing and know some preliminary details. The SUV will be smaller than the gas-powered Bentayga and is expected to be very similar to the electric Porsche Cayenne. This likely implies a powerful dual-motor powertrain with all-wheel drive, as well as an 800-volt architecture supporting a maximum charging rate of 400 kilowatts.

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