Bentley Unveils Record‑Setting 22‑inch Carbon‑Fiber Wheels for the Bentayga

In July, Bentley unveiled a groundbreaking addition to the Bentayga: a 22‑inch carbon‑fiber wheel that sets a new world record for production vehicles.

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In This Article:

1. Record‑Setting 22‑inch Wheel
2. Performance Gains and Durability
3. Impact on the Bentayga’s Pricing

Bentley Introduces the World’s Largest Carbon‑Fiber Wheels for the Bentayga

1. Record‑Setting 22‑inch Wheel

Late July saw Bentley announce a new 22‑inch wheel for the Bentayga, created through a partnership between the Mulliner division and Bucci Composites. This marks the largest carbon‑fiber wheel ever fitted to a production car.

2. Performance Gains and Durability

Beyond its striking appearance, the wheel delivers tangible performance benefits:

• Reduces unsprung mass by 13 lb per corner compared to the standard 22‑inch wheels.
• Increases structural stiffness, maintaining camber under high‑G forces.
• Enhances braking effectiveness, stability, and agility.
• Improves tire longevity and offers gradual air loss in case of impact, unlike aluminum counterparts.

These attributes collectively contribute to a more confident driving experience on both road and track.

3. Impact on the Bentayga’s Pricing

While Bentley has not released a final price, the wheel is expected to add several thousand dollars to the vehicle’s base cost. It will be offered alongside other carbon‑fiber upgrades such as splitters, diffusers, interior trim, and side skirts.

Bentley also announced that the wheels were the first to pass the Technischer Überwachungsverzeichnis certification, a rigorous German test series that includes tire over‑pressurization, impact, biaxial stress, and high‑torque evaluations on the Nürburgring Nordschleife.

With these rigorous validations, the wheels promise value and reliability for discerning owners.

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