Bentley started testing the ultra-exclusive Batur, which previews how its future electric models will look. It also signals the end of production for the 6.0-litre Crewe-built W12
After celebrating its centenary in 2019, Bentley revealed a ‘Beyond100’ programme that entails a self-funded spend of £2.5 billion over five years – 85% of it going on new model development – that will include the opening of a brand-new plant for the company’s BEVs.
This ground-level research identified three Bentley buzz words – potent, inspirational and harmonious – and the Batur’s simple, unadorned and highly sculptural shape is the result. Mindt summarises his aim as being “to deliver presence through sculpture”. The first is what Mindt calls “resting beast stance”. The Batur has no wedge to its shape but instead looks like it’s sitting on its rear wheels and haunches, ready to go.
The third element is “endless bonnet”. Mindt said: “A long bonnet has always been a mark of power and prestige in luxury cars. It’s the only accent element in the Batur’s fundamentally clean shape, and it also helps move the car’s visual mass to the rear, increasing the impression that it sits on its rear axle and adding strength to its haunches.
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