Bentley takes on Ferrari with its first EV priced at $230,000
Bentley CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser says there is “growing” acceptance of EVs among wealthy buyers.
TL;DR
- Bentley Motors has launched its first fully electric vehicle, the Torcal.
- The Torcal is Bentley's fourth model and its first EV in its 107-year history.
- It was designed and engineered at the company's manufacturing site in Crewe, England.
- The car's starting price is £173,000 (around $229,000), significantly less than Ferrari's electric car, the Luce.
- The Torcal has a range of up to 600 kilometers and can reach 60 mph in under three seconds.
- Bentley's CEO believes there is growing acceptance of electric cars among wealthy buyers.
- The company focused on creating a 'true Bentley' experience in terms of design, driving behavior, and soundscape.