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The Bentley Bentayga can now be ordered with 22-inch carbon-fibre wheels

The massive pieces of spinning composite are, in fact, the world's largest production rims made from the stuff

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Jul 28, 2021  •  July 28, 2021  •  1 minute read  •  Join the conversation
The 22-inch carbon-fibre wheels on the 2022 Bentley Bentayga
The 22-inch carbon-fibre wheels on the 2022 Bentley Bentayga Photo by Bentley

Starting in late 2021, Bentley customers will be able to add carbon-fibre wheels to the already lengthy options list when they spec their Bentayga. The 22-inch wheel, engineered in partnership with renowned specialists Bucci Composites, will be the largest production carbon-fibre wheel in the world.

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The wheels were developed by Mulliner, the specialist personal-commission department of Bentley Motors, and took five years to complete. This is not too surprising, considering Bentley’s obsession with detail and perfection.

Opting for carbon-fibre will save six kg per wheel, but the benefits don’t end there. Bentley also pointed out the increased strength and stiffness of the wheels, which should result in a more stable steering platform. In addition, the carbon-fibre wheels improve braking response and help reduce tire wear.

The 22-inch carbon-fibre wheels on the 2022 Bentley Bentayga
The 22-inch carbon-fibre wheels on the 2022 Bentley Bentayga Photo by Bentley

How about safety? Never mind, Bentley has got that covered, too. The carbon-fibre wheel has been subjected to stringent TÜV ( Technischer Überwachungsverei, or Technical Inspection Association) standards, and is the first carbon-fibre wheel ever produced to pass all that group’s safety and performance tests.

As expected, we found no mention of the price tag — because, y’know, people who can afford a Bentayga are hardly going to be worried about the cost of a set of wheels. We mere mortals, though, shudder to think of the bill if you’d happen to smack one against a curb.

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