# Hybrid Bentley: World’s First Luxury Plugin Electric Vehicle

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2018/03/hybrid-bentley-worlds-first-luxury-plugin-electric-vehicle/
- Published: 2018-03-23T23:38:06-04:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

## Holy hybrid Bentley oh my!

Geneva, 6 March 2018: Bentley’s new Chairman and CEO, Adrian Hallmark announced 
the [Bentayga](https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/events/2018-geneva-motor-show-bentley-bentayga-adds-plug-in-power)
plug-in Hybrid. All at his first public appearance at the Geneva Motor Show. Adrian
unveiled the world’s first luxury plug-in hybrid model. Similarly, they call it 
the Bentayga Hybrid. Even though it’s a plug-in Hybrid.

In Bentley’s first step towards full electrification, the plug-in hybrid model combines
an advanced electric motor. Combined with a powerful and efficient new-generation
V6 petrol engine. The hybrid version will be the company’s most efficient model 
with CO2 emissions of 75 g/km (NEDC).

### ![In Bentley’s first step towards full electrification, the plug-in hybrid model combines an advanced electric motor with a powerful and efficient new-generation V6 petrol engine. The hybrid version will be the company’s most efficient model with CO2 emissions of 75 g/km (NEDC).](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/img_3936.jpg?resize=300%2C159&quality=52&ssl=1)

#### Bentayga Plug-in Hybrid Bentley

So [Bentley](https://greenlivingguy.com/2025/08/bentley-exp-15-ev-concept-debuts-at-monterey-car-week/)
has collaborated with renowned creator, Philippe Starck.

All to create a unique and intelligent recharging unit concept for Bentayga Plug-
in Hybrid customers.

That’s called the Bentley by Starck Power Dock.

Furthermore, Starck’s Power Dock concept will encourage customers to plug-in when
they are at home. Therefore ensuring each journey begins with the greatest electric-
only range.  The statement piece conceived using sustainable and technological materials.

### ![Bentley hybrid](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/img_3937.jpg?resize=300%2C147&quality=52&ssl=1)

#### Other Exciting News From The Bentley Stand:

New Bentayga plug-in Hybrid V8 makes motor show début. So the Bentayga plug-in Hybrid
V8 features a new-generation 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged petrol engine. So additional
a characteristic V8 burble and stylish twin-quad exhaust pipes. Furthermore and 
optional carbon-ceramic brakes revealing more of the luxury SUV’s sporting character.

• All-new Continental GTs on stand. So the new third-generation Bentley Continental
GT is offered with an enhanced version of Bentley’s peerless 6.0-litre. Also a W12
TSI engine that therefore sets a new benchmark in performance.

• Two new interior finishes: Bentley’s personal commissioning division, Mulliner,
showcases a unique Flying Spur W12 at this year’s show. Likewise featuring two new
and exciting interior finishes. An aniline leather and an open pore veneer.

Finally, Bentley’s fuel-saving engine stop-start switch is replaced with a control
for three driving modes: [EV Drive](https://greenlivingguy.com/2025/05/the-bentley-blower-jnr-a-classic-reborn-with-electric-power/),
Hybrid Mode and Hold Mode. On the dash, the tachometer is replaced with a dial showing
when the car is operating in [pure EV Drive](https://greenlivingguy.com/2025/08/bentley-dresden-to-transition-their-electric-vehicle-future/),
or engine speed if the combustion engine is operating. A battery status dial replaces
the coolant temperature gauge.

For more information please contact [TVC Group](https://greenlivingguy.com/2018/03/hybrid-bentley-worlds-first-luxury-plugin-electric-vehicle/brittaney.anderson@tvcgroup.com)

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