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Bentley Unveils Off-Road Bentayga X Concept for Ice Racing
The luxury SUV maker tests its new rugged prototype at an Austrian ice race event.
Published on Feb. 5, 2026
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Bentley has unveiled the Bentayga X Concept, a modified version of its luxury SUV designed for off-road and winter driving capabilities. The concept vehicle made its debut at the FAT Ice Race in Zell am See, Austria, where it demonstrated its ability to power through ice and snow, and even tow a skier behind it. The X Concept features a lifted suspension, wider track, and off-road tires to enhance its all-terrain performance.
Why it matters
The Bentayga X Concept represents Bentley's effort to expand the capabilities of its flagship SUV beyond just luxury and on-road performance. As more automakers cater to consumers seeking more rugged and adventurous SUVs, this prototype signals Bentley's intent to compete in that growing market segment.
The details
The Bentayga X Concept is based on the Bentayga Speed model, using the same twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine producing 641 horsepower. Bentley has added forged 22-inch wheels wrapped in Renegade R/T off-road tires, a wider track increased by 120 mm, and a raised ride height of 310 mm to improve its off-road capabilities. The concept also features a titanium sports exhaust, auxiliary lighting, and a roof rack carrying a high-performance electric go-kart.
- Bentley debuted the Bentayga X Concept at the FAT Ice Race in Zell am See, Austria this week.
- The Bentayga X Concept will next be showcased at the Big Sky event at Moonlight Basin, Montana on February 27-28.
The players
Bentley
An British luxury automobile manufacturer and a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group.
FAT International
The organization that created America's first-ever ice race and is hosting the events where the Bentayga X Concept is being showcased.
Ferdi Porsche
The head of FAT International and the creator of America's first-ever ice race, who is a member of the famous Porsche sports car dynasty.
What’s next
The Bentayga X Concept will next show its abilities on the snowy fairways of the FAT Ice Race in the US, at the Big Sky event at Moonlight Basin, Montana, on February 27-28.
The takeaway
Bentley's new Bentayga X Concept demonstrates the luxury automaker's efforts to expand the capabilities of its flagship SUV beyond just on-road performance and luxury, positioning it to compete in the growing market for more rugged and adventurous off-road vehicles.
