Bentley EXP 15 Concept Unveiled; Previews Brand's First Electric Vehicle

Bentley Motors has pulled the wraps off the EXP 15 concept, offering a first glimpse at its vision for electric vehicles. The production model, previously referred to as a “luxury urban SUV,” is set to be unveiled next year, with the EXP 15 concept said to 'provide clues’ of what to expect from Bentley’s first all-electric vehicle. The right-hand-drive concept measures over five meters in length and features an all-wheel-drive system, though specific performance details remain under wraps for now. 

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The EXP 15’s design gels elements of a sedan, SUV, and grand tourer. Bentley says the concept draws inspiration from the 1930 Bentley Speed Six Gurney Nutting Sportsman Coupe, known as the "Blue Train." In place of a closed-off EV-specific front grille, the EXP features a stylised, glowing unit. The front lighting design also strays far away from Bentley’s stylemark round headlights, opting instead for slim, vertical units.  

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Although the EXP 15 lacks an engine, it retains the signature trait of Bentley’s past models, a long hood. This hood includes two storage compartments that open like the piano-hinged bonnet of the 1930 Bentley. At the rear, the vehicle features taillights shaped to resemble the brand’s winged B badge. The exterior is finished in Pallas Gold satin paint, inspired by the nickel accents of the classic Gurney Nutting coupe. 

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As for the interior, the concept adopts an unconventional three-seat layout – two front seats and a single, sideways-mounted rear seat – akin to the configuration of its 1930s inspiration. The passenger seat is electrically adjustable and swivels outward by up to 45 degrees. Other features include deployable picnic seats in the boot, bundled with a beverage cooler. 

The ‘Wing Gesture’ dashboard is dominated by digital displays, including a slim instrument panel in front of the driver that extends across to connect with a secondary passenger display. 

Bentley has stated that the EXP 15 serves as a preview of the brand’s future design language. Key elements of its exterior styling are expected to appear on Bentley’s first electric vehicle.