Comparison - Ford Explorer Timberline 2021 - vs - Bentley Bentayga Speed Space Edition 2022

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Average Price: 
$
45,765
Updated: 
21 May 2021
$
259,400
Updated: 
27 Mar 2022
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2022
Total Seating: 
6
5
Transmission: 
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.90gals
22.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
#FDFFFB
Agate Black Metallic
#303030
Iconic Silver Metallic
#C7CAD0
Forged Green Metallic
#374448
Carbonized Gray Metallic
#4F453E
Color: 
Monaco Yellow (solid)
#C39A1C
Hallmark
#929397
Ice Over Black Crystal
#CFD0D4
Onyx Over Orange Flame
#B25A32
Magnetic Over Rose Gold
#907667
Moroccan Over Moonbeam Blue
#D9D9D7
Light Windsor Blue by Mulliner
#85ADA5
Royal Ebony by Mulliner
#191A1F
Spectre
#1E181A
Titan Grey
#3B4649
Onyx
#000E00
Windsor Blue
#284D5D
Magnolia (solid)
#BFB8AE
Dove Grey (solid)
#525151
Special Magnolia (Pearlescent) by Mulliner
#E7D3B8
Snow Quartz (Pearlescent) by Mulliner
#EAEAEA
Patina
#A09577
Julep by Mulliner
#74FF51
Granite
#7B786F
Orange Flame over onyx
#000E00
Light Sapphire by Mulliner
#293F69
Kingfisher
#5FA4B4
Marlin
#00394E
Glacier White (solid)
#FFFFFF
Khamun by Mulliner
#CC9F43
Orange Flame
#B85D34
Bronze
#79574B
Neptune
#6884B3
Portofino
#61647C
Verdant
#455E49
Dragon Red II
#902735
St James' Red (Solid)
#CF0827
Apple Green
#62B147
Azure Purple
#473488
Radium by Mulliner
#B2B439

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

For 2021 New Sport Appearance package available on XLT trim.More affordable version of the Explorer ST debuts.Platinum trim is now available for the Hybrid model.New off-road-themed Timberline debuts midway through the model year.

Pros
Strong engines for quick acceleration
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Roomy cargo area

Cons
Too much wind noise at highway speeds
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Lackluster interior material quality

By: 
edmunds.com

Ford has made a few tweaks to its mid-size crossover for 2021, Off-road enthusiasts may find the new Timberline trim interesting; it features a lifted suspension, all-terrain tires, and more rugged exterior styling cues.

Pros
Smooth and controlled ride,
cargo friendly interior design,
comfortable front seats.

Cons
Third row space is tight,
plasticky interior bits,
most desirable models are pricey.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2021 Ford Explorer's #16 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good cargo capacity
Powerful engines
Plenty of features
Composed ride and handling

Cons
Low-rent interior
Second- and third-row seats less comfortable than in rivals
Upgraded infotainment system not much of an upgrade

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
12.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
27.00mpg
18.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
48
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
12
W
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.30L
6.00L
Torque: 
310ft-lbs
at 3 500rpm
664ft-lbs
at 1 750rpm
Horsepower: 
300hp
at 5 500rpm
626hp
at 5 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
40.60Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
yes
Side view Camera: 
yes
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Adaptive Cruise Control
Keyless Ignition
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Rear Parking Sensors
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Heated steering wheel
Simulated suede steering wheel
Cargo floor mats

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
198.80in
202.50in
Width: 
78.90in
79.10in
Height: 
69.90in
68.00in
Wheel Base: 
119.10in
117.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.70
38.00
Rear Head Room: 
40.50
38.00
Front Leg Room: 
43.00in
41.70in
Rear leg room: 
39.00in
40.90in
Front Hip Room: 
59.20in
Front Shoulder Room: 
61.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
59.10in
Rear Shoulder room: 
61.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
87.80cu.ft
62.60cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
5300lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
18.20cu.ft
17.10cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
21.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
22.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
5529.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
4 one-touch power windows
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
2 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
4 -Way Power Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Leatherette
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Manual Adjustable Lumbar Support
Leather
Bucket front seats
16 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
16 -way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Multi-Level Heating
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Folding Rear Seatback
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Four zone climate control
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Turn signal in mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
yes
More Entertainment: 
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
6 Total Speakers
USB Connection
USB With External Media Control
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
590 watts stereo output
12 total speakers
1 subwoofer(s)
USB connection
USB with external media control
Satellite radio w/real time traffic satellite radio
Rear volume controls

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 In.
22 in.
Wheels more: 
Temporary Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
All Terrain Tires
Performance tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
65
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
285.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags
Emergency Braking Preparation
Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Blind spot warning accident avoidance system
Pre-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
4-wheel ABS
Emergency braking preparation
LED headlamp
Self-leveling headlights
High pressure washers headlamps
Turn signal mirrors
Rear height adjustable headrests
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system

Options

Packages: 
Equipment Group 800A
Smoker's Package
Black Specification w/Black Speed Wheel
Sunshine Specification
Touring Specification
Bentayga Blackline Specification
Smoker's Specification
Exterior Options: 
Outfitters Cargo - MegaWarrior
Roof-Rail Crossbars
Outfitters Bike - Front Loader
Outfitters Cargo - Skybox
Splash Guards
Dual Panel Moonroof
Wheel Lock Kit
License Plate Bracket
Space Saving Spare Wheel
22" Speed Alloy Wheel - Dark Tint
Extended Range - Solid and Metallic
Mulliner Personal Commission - Pearlescent and 3 Coat Finishes
Mulliner Range - Satin
Mulliner Personal Commission - Solid and Metallic
Mulliner Range - Solid and Metallic
Mulliner Personal Commission - Colour Match Duo Tone (Solid and Metallic)
Mulliner Range - Pearlescent and 3 Coat Finishes
Mulliner Range - Duo Tone
Mulliner Personal Commission - Duo Tone (Solid and Metallic)
Mulliner Personal Commssion - Satin
22" Speed Alloy Wheel - Black Painted
Paint Protection
Heated, Acoustic, IR Front Screen
Fixed Tow Bar (No Ball)
Standard Brakes w/Red Painted Calipers
Interior Options: 
Cargo Mat
Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System
Lambswool Rugs by Mulliner For Front and Rear
Contrast Binding to Carpet Overmats
Deep Pile Overmats to Front and Rear
Five Seat Comfort Specification
Hand Cross Stitching - by Mulliner
Contrast Stitching
Contrast Stitching and Seat Piping
7 Seat Specification
Leather Specification
Heated, Duo-Tone, 3 Spoke, Indented Hide Trimmed Steering Wheel
Heated, Single-Tone, 3 Spoke, Indented Hide Trimmed Steering Wheel
Mulliner Biometric Secure Stowage
Mood Lighting
Naim for Bentley
Boot Carpet in Coordinating Color
Bentley Rear Entertainment
Diamond Brushed Aluminium Fascia and Door Waistrails - Dark Tint
LED Welcome Lamps
Contrast Seatbelts - by Mulliner
Embroidered Bentley Emblems
Front Seat Comfort Specification
Four Seat Comfort Specification w/Rear Centre Console
Mulliner Console Drinks Cooler
Heated, Single Tone, 3 Spoke, Hide Trimmed Steering Wheel
Heated, Duo Tone, 3 Spoke, Hide Trimmed Steering Wheel
Picnic Tables
Carbon Fibre Fascia, Centre Console and Door Waistrails

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Deep Cypress, leatherette
#556C75
Color: 
Newmarket Tan, Premium leather
#AA6D50
Magnolia, Premium leather
#D5CF9B
Damson, Premium leather
#423139
Saddle, Premium leather
#B28B6C
Brunel, Premium leather
#5F6670
Burnt Oak, Premium leather
#45322B
Hotspur, Premium leather
#9D3E42
Camel, Premium leather
#B7A577
Portland, Premium leather
#AFAA8C
Beluga, Premium leather
#060606
Porpoise, Premium leather
#696663
Cricket Ball, Premium leather
#3C1D1D
Imperial Blue, Premium leather
#413F4A
Cumbrian Green, Premium leather
#485043
Linen, Premium leather
#CAC29B