DecodedCars2020 Bentley Bentayga
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, Diesel 4dr SUV, Hybrid 4dr SUV, V8 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.0L 8-cyl turbo, 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- 202.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,265–5,761 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2020 Bentley Bentayga is a standard SUV offered with 3 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.0L 8-cyl turbo and 6.0L 12-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 202 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,379 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway), 1% better than the 2020 standard SUV average of 18.8 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2020
- New plug-in hybrid version
- Engines added: 3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG up from 17 to 19
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Bentayga →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 202.4 in | 78.7 in | 68.5 in | 117.7 in | – | 5,379 lb | 57/43 |
| Diesel 4dr SUV | 202.4 in | 78.7 in | 68.5 in | 117.7 in | – | 5,523 lb | 57/43 |
| Hybrid 4dr SUV | 202.4 in | 78.7 in | 68.5 in | 117.7 in | – | 5,761 lb | 57/43 |
| V8 4dr SUV | 202.4 in | 78.7 in | 68.5 in | 117.7 in | – | 5,265 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentayga Plug-in Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 21 / 19 | +1% | $4,350 | 246 |
| Bentayga | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 23 / 17 | -10% | $4,850 | 508 |
| Bentayga | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -26% | $5,850 | 645 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2020 Bentley Bentayga.
Recalls (4)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Aug 23, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V592000 · 3,527 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Bentayga vehicles. The fuel supply module wiring can overheat and melt the flange, resulting in a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the flange and fuel supply module wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2023. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE23/19.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Jun 2, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V321000 · 1,892 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Bentayga vehicles. A fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line and quick connector, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/14.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other · Mar 18, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V154000 · 281 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The third-row upper seat belt attachment may not stay connected to the vehicle in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
- Risk
- If the seat belt is not properly secured in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
- Fix
- Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper seat belt attachment bolt, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/06.
Air Bags › Side/Window · Feb 17, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V092000 · 4 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.
- Risk
- An air bag that does not properly inflate in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2020. All vehicles (4) have been remedied as of October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/04.
Not every 2020 Bentley Bentayga is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2020 Bentley Bentayga in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2020 Bentley Bentayga buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 Bentley Bentayga. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Bentayga years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Bentayga | 21 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Bentayga | 21 | 202 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 Bentayga | 21 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Bentayga | 16 | 202 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Bentayga | 20 | 202 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 Bentayga | 18 | 202 in | Not rated | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 Bentayga | 19 | 202 in | Not rated | 7 | 1 |
| 2019 Bentayga | 17 | 202.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 Bentayga | 15 | 202.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 1 |
| 2017 Bentayga | 15 | 202.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 9 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →