DecodedCars2027 Bentley Bentayga
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 19 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 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 2027 Bentley Bentayga is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.0L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (19 city / 23 highway), 8% better than the 2027 standard SUV average of 19.4 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 Bentayga — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 Bentayga →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentayga Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 23 / 21 | +8% | $3,900 | 206 |
| Bentayga | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 16 | -18% | $5,150 | 553 |
| Bentayga EWB | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 16 | -18% | $5,150 | 553 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Bentley Bentayga.
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Bentley Bentayga.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 Bentley Bentayga is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2027 Bentley Bentayga in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Bentayga years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2020 Bentayga | 19 | 202.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 0 |
| 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 →