Bentayga X Concept Unveiled at FAT Ice Race at Zell am See

Bentley Motors revealed the new Bentayga X Concept at the FAT Ice Race at Zell am See. This concept vehicle has been developed to stimulate and gain feedback for an enhanced off-road capable Bentayga, whilst also celebrating the start of a new multiyear brand partnership with FAT International, company officials stated in a press release.

The concept is based on a Bentayga Speed, featuring a 641-horsepower 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 engine with permanent four-wheel drive and an 8-speed transmission. Air suspension is complemented by Bentley Dynamic Ride, Bentley’s 48V electric active anti-roll control system.

The Stance & Exterior of the Bentayga X Concept

The stance and presence of the Bentayga X Concept have significantly changed with forged single-piece 22-inch wheel rims, created by specialists Brixton, with large aspect ratio off-road tires, noted the release. The track width has increased by 4.8 inches to enhance stability, and the ride height has been increased by 2.17 inches for maximized suspension travel and ground clearance. To accommodate these changes, the wheel arches have also moved outboard by 1.57 inches. The changes lead to a wading depth of over 21.65 inches and a ground clearance of just under 12.2 inches.

Bentley says the exterior appearance of the Bentayga X Concept has been kept functional, with roof-mounted storage and four spotlights to enable longer off-road adventures. In the case of the concept, an electric Bambino-size Go Kart (as used in the FAT Karting League) demonstrates the additional cargo ability. These roof additions bring the overall height of the Bentayga X Concept to 8.17 feet. To the rear of the car, the titanium sports exhaust from Akrapovic remains prominent, along with the addition of twin towing eyes at the front.

Bentley’s Multiyear Partnership With the FAT Ice Race

The FAT Ice Race is a festival celebrating cars and their status in culture, uniting those who share a passion for automotive excellence now and in the future, the company said. This racing event features various classes, including the mixed class of Skijöring, and exhibitions showcasing rare and exotic cars. Bentley says its significant presence at the FAT Ice Race in Zell am See marks the start of a multiyear partnership, which will also see Bentley take cars to the upcoming FAT Ice Race in Big Sky, Montana, at the end of February and a 24-hour takeover of FAT Mankei in Austria later this year.

Joining the Bentayga X Concept will be some of Bentley’s latest cars. Straight from the launch of “Supersports: FULL SEND” in Dubai, Travis Pastrana’s unique livery Supersports will be on display, with the newly announced Continental GTC S. The coupe sibling Continental GT S will also make its global debut, along with a Bentayga Speed and Speed Six Continuations Series Car Zero from Mulliner.

Driving the Bentayga Speed in the Skijöring event will be car culture icon and broadcaster, Chris Harris, who will be towing Norwegian freestyle skier, Hedvig Wessel. The Continental GT S will be piloted by French racing driver Laura Villars, while the Speed Six will be driven by the head of Bentley’s Heritage Collection, Mike Sayer.