Bentley freshened up the Bentayga's styling for 2021 with a more upright grille, new taillamps, and updated wheel designs. The SUV takes styling cues from the brand's new Continental GT coupe and Flying Spur sedan. The Bentayga's cabin sees a new 10.9-inch infotainment display, tweaked dashboard styling, Apple CarPlay compatibility, a revised rear-seat entertainment system, and a wireless smartphone charging pad.
PROS Refined gas-powered engines, optional hybrid powertrain, cosseting cabin.
CONS Exterior styling isn't for everyone, eye-popping starting price, best features cost extra.
Pros Sledgehammer performance Surprisingly good fun to drive Superbly luxurious interior
Cons Ungainly looks from some angles Audi influences around cabin A Range Rover is roomier
PROS Sportier looks New tech and better interior Powerful and fast
CONS Still heavy Oval taillights look funky
No significant changes for 2021.
Pros Turbocharged 500-hp V8 moves the SQ8 with authority Four-wheel steering keeps the big SUV feeling nimble Surprisingly comfortable given its performance bent Stylish, distinctive exterior
Cons Infotainment system can be distracting to use Driver's seat has few adjustments Limited interior storage
For its sophomore year, the SQ8 soldiers on with only one change: It now comes standard with a built-in toll-road-payment transmission feature.Upgrading to the Prestige trim costs $5500 but adds a host of driver-assistance and luxury features, such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, a head-up display with navigation guidance, fancier LED exterior lighting elements, soft-close doors, headlamp washers, heated rear seats, and power rear sunshades. If none of that sounds particularly important to you, save the cash and go with the Premium Plus. All SQ8 models come with the best performance-enhancing features Audi can throw at them, so no matter which one you choose, you're getting the same driving experience.
PROS Powerful V-8 engine, high-quality interior trimmings, aggressive exterior design.
CONS Some may regret not going with the RS Q8, braking performance could be better, thirsty powertrain.
Pros Sports-car fast Posh and spacious interior Plenty of infotainment tech
Cons Alternatives are more fun to drive Cheaper Q8 50TDI makes more sense Petrol-powered alternatives are more dramatic
