Bentley Oman has been the official distributor for Bentley since 1983. The longstanding partnership between Bentley Motors and Bentley Oman has grown from strength to strength over the years and the two continue to build on the association.

Neil Wilford regional manager Bentley Motors Middle East Africa and India said 'Bentayga represents a new era for Bentley and we are delighted to launch the world's first ultra-luxury SUV in Oman. With a wide range of alternatives and opportunities to personalise the car is sure to be welcomed whole heartedly by Bentley aficionados and new customers. Over the years Bentley has created exceptional automobiles and Bentayga is an important launch. The Bentayga offers so much individuality that each and every customer can create something truly luxurious and extraordinary. We are positive that customers in Oman will appreciate a car such as this.'

Wilford added 'On the occasion of the launch I would like to highlight Bentley's long standing relationship with Bentley Oman. They are our trusted partners and we are committed to working closely with them to achieve our goals.'

The Bentayga combines unparalleled luxury with effortless performance and everyday usability.

With an all-new W12 powertrain the Bentayga is the fastest most powerful most luxurious and most exclusive SUV in the world. It offers a true Bentley driving experience and showcases innovative technology features.

Designed engineered and handcrafted in Crewe the Bentayga's styling is pure Bentley. Sculptural with an elegant timeless execution it perfectly balances athleticism with confidence. From the four round LED headlamps and large matrix grille to the distinctive power line and muscular haunches the Bentley DNA is apparent throughout.

David Ryan general manager of Bentley Oman said 'We are delighted to bring Bentayga to Oman. It brings the world of SUVs to a new level.

In fact Bentayga redefines luxury in the SUV sector and offers an authentic Bentley experience in any environment thanks to a blend of unmatched attention to detail and cutting-edge technology. With this extraordinary car we are looking forward to an exciting period of strong growth and sales success for Bentley. The Bentayga is the next step in our brand's bold future.'

The Bentley Bentayga boasts the world's finest automotive cabin with unrivalled levels of precision. The detailing in metal wood and leather including meticulous tolerances between elements of trim is the epitome of modern British luxury. This level of perfection is only achievable thanks to the exceptional craft and skill of Bentley's colleagues in Crewe.

An all-new twin-turbocharged 6.0l W12 engine is at the heart of the new Bentayga. The mighty 12-cylinder unit combines efficiency and refinement with ultra-luxurious levels of power and torque. With 608 PS (600 bhp / 447kW) and 900 Nm (663 lb ft) delivering a 0-60mph time of 4.0 seconds and a top speed of 187mph the Bentayga is the world's most powerful and fastest SUV.

Innovative features

A suite of state-of-the-art driver assistance systems and infotainment features designed to enhance safety comfort and convenience make the Bentayga an innovative advanced and connected luxury SUV.

It offers the widest range of on- and off-road drive settings of any vehicle via Bentley's Drive Dynamics Mode and optional Responsive Off-Road Setting.

Up to eight modes are available allowing drivers at the simple turn of a dial to select the perfect dynamic set-up for any surface or road condition. This versatility is complemented by Bentley Dynamic Ride (electrically activated 48V active roll control) and Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS).

Responsive Off-Road Setting allows the customer to select the appropriate vehicle settings for a wide range of off-road surfaces while the Driver Information Panel displays information on pitch roll wheel articulation steering angle compass bearing and altitude.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) including Stop & Go Predictive ACC and Traffic Assist enables the driver to maintain a set distance to the vehicle in front.

Predictive ACC uses the navigation data sensors and cameras to predict upcoming corners city boundaries and speed-limit changes and can then modify the vehicle speed accordingly improving both comfort and fuel economy.

In urban environments there are a number of driver aids available on the Bentayga. These systems such as Traffic Sign Recognition which detects a wide variety of traffic signs and displays information to the driver; Rear Crossing Traffic Warning which uses radar
technology to detect crossing traffic when reversing out of a parking space; and Top View a system which uses four cameras to display an overall picture of the vehicle's surroundings combine to enhance everyday usability.

The Bentayga is also available with Park Assist a system that detects suitable parking spaces (both parallel and perpendicular) before autonomous steering takes over to support parking manoeuvres even in narrow and tricky spaces.

Other innovative systems available on the Bentayga include Electronic Night Vision which uses infra-red technology to identify potential obstacles ahead and a Head-Up Display which reduces driver distraction and increases safety.

The Bentayga's all-new cutting-edge 8' touch screen infotainment system boasts class-leading navigation technology a 60GB hard drive and a choice of up to 30 languages.

Rear seat passengers benefit from the introduction of the Bentley Entertainment Tablet a removable 10.2' Android device with 4G Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for effortless high-speed on-board connectivity.

Customers can choose between three different sound systems for the Bentayga: Bentley Standard Audio Bentley Signature Audio and Naim for Bentley Premium Audio.

The latter is the most powerful system in the segment with 1950 watts a network of 18 speakers and super-tweeters for unrivalled recreation of the highest audio frequencies.

The Bentayga's wheel arches fenders and bonnet deliver a balance between sportiness and SUV presence.