DecodedCars2023 Bentley Bentayga
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- Hybrid 4dr SUV, Speed 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)
- 20 combined · 18 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 202–202.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,324–5,838 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 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 2023 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 5,838 lb (Hybrid 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway), 6% better than the 2023 standard SUV average of 18.8 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2023
- New plug-in hybrid version
- Engine added: 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG up from 18 to 20
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Bentayga →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 4dr SUV | 202 in | 78.7 in | 68.5 in | 117.7 in | – | 5,838 lb | 57/43 |
| Speed 4dr SUV | 202.4 in | 78.7 in | 68.5 in | 117.7 in | – | 5,529 lb | 57/43 |
| V8 4dr SUV | 202 in | 78.7 in | 68.5 in | 117.7 in | – | 5,324 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 Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | +6% | $4,100 | 222 |
| Bentayga | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 17 | -10% | $4,850 | 527 |
| Bentayga EWB | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 17 | -10% | $4,850 | 527 |
| Bentayga Speed | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -26% | $5,850 | 617 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Bentley Bentayga.
Recalls (3)
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Hybrid Management › Power Control Unit/Module (Hpcu) › Software · Nov 24, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V811000 · 120 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2023 Bentayga Hybrid vehicles. The high voltage battery may overheat while charging.
- Risk
- A high voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE25/46. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 26, 2025.
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.
Seats · May 31, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V386000 · 1,008 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bentayga 5-seat vehicles. The second-row seats may be installed incorrectly and not locked on all seat rails.
- Risk
- An unlocked seat rail can move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
- Fix
- Bentley will check and reset the 2nd row seat rail positions to ensure proper engagement of the seat rails, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 11, 2023. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-257.
Not every 2023 Bentley Bentayga is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2023 Bentley Bentayga in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2023 Bentley Bentayga buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 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 2023 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 |
| 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 →