The upcoming Bentley Torcal’s interior design has been teased ahead of its global debut on September 23. The Torcal is Bentley’s first all-electric car, with pre-production having begun in November 2025 at the manufacturer’s Crewe facility in England.
- The teaser shows physical buttons for dual-zone AC and volume controls
- A rotary dial on the centre console is used to select between 4 drive modes
- Drive modes alter mechanical settings and the in-cabin environment
Originally slated to debut in 2025, the Torcal has been delayed as Bentley revised its electric plans in response to weakening global demand for luxury EVs.
Bentley Torcal EV interior teased: What was spotted?
Bentley will offer a lot of physical buttons with the Torcal EV
While the full interior will be seen on September 23, the teaser reveals that Bentley – always known for its tactile interior controls – is not doing away with physical buttons on the Torcal. The Torcal will get these physical controls on the steering wheel and the centre console.
The teaser video also reveals a curved climate control panel on the centre console, which could be integrated with the infotainment system, like on the Porsche Cayenne Electric. Beneath the screen are a slew of physical controls for AC, volume and a start/stop button. In fact, the temperature, blower-control buttons and volume scroller are not only finished in silver for added contrast but also textured.
Another standout feature is the illuminated rotary dial surrounding the start/stop push-button. This control operates the 'Curation Engine', tailoring the EV's character through four drive modes: Bentley, Comfort, Sport, and Refresh. Each mode goes beyond adjusting the vehicle's driving dynamics, also transforming the cabin atmosphere by altering the lighting, soundscape, and even air quality for a distinct sensory experience for the user.
Other details seen in the teaser include winged seat headrests, light-coloured seat upholstery with embroidered Bentley logos, a mix of fabric, carbon-fibre and leather on the door pads with ambient lighting, and carbon-fibre and wooden trim on the dashboard. Physical buttons for locking and unlocking the doors, circular speakers and circular AC vents can also be spotted.
Bentley Torcal EV: Other details
Built on the PPE platform; will get a 113kWh battery pack with around 500km range
The Bentley Torcal EV shares its underpinnings with the Volkswagen Group’s PPE platform. The Bentley EV will not only share the platform with the Porsche Cayenne Electric, but will also use its 113kWh battery supporting up to 390kW DC fast-charging speeds. Commenting on the Torcal’s range, Bentley’s director of design, Robin Page, previously told our sister publication Autocar UK that “customers are basically telling us that 300-350 miles (483-563km) is that sweet spot”.
The Bentley Torcal is expected to be offered with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup as standard. However, it will be interesting to see whether it matches the Cayenne Electric Turbo’s total output of 1,156hp and 1,500Nm.
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