Bentley EXP 15 – A Vision for the Future
Bentley Motors has pulled back the curtain on the EXP 15, a breathtaking concept that redefines the future of luxury mobility. Unveiled inside the brand’s newly inaugurated design studio, the EXP 15 is a rolling sculpture that blends Bentley’s rich heritage with an avant-garde vision of electric grand touring.
Rooted in history but tuned to tomorrow, the EXP 15 draws inspiration from the legendary 1930 Bentley Speed Six “Blue Train” coupe. It flaunts an upright grille, a sweeping bonnet, and a rear-set cabin—echoes of grand tourers past—wrapped in a sleek, minimalist body that bristles with modernity. Ultra-slim lighting, active aero elements, and crisp surfacing create a silhouette that’s as confident as it is understated.
At over five meters long, the EXP 15 isn’t shy about presence—but it doesn’t need to shout. Its design is governed by five guiding principles: Upright Elegance, Iconic Grille, Endless Bonnet, Resting Beast, and Prestigious Shield. Every line is intentional. The ‘Resting Beast’ stance captures potential energy with muscular rear haunches, while the ‘Prestigious Shield’ rear houses diamond-patterned lights and a proud new winged Bentley emblem.
Inside, the EXP 15 breaks convention with a unique three-seat, three-door configuration. Crafted using virtual reality, the cabin is a cocoon of innovation and indulgence. The passenger-side seat can rotate outward for graceful entry, slide into co-pilot position, or recline into a rear lounge setting. There’s even a pet-friendly floor storage system and a boot that morphs into an elegant tailgate lounge, complete with deployable chairs, mood lighting, and a retractable fridge.
Materials celebrate both British heritage and futuristic craftsmanship. Damson ombre wool by Fox Brothers—esteemed English weavers with a 250-year legacy—sits alongside 3D-printed titanium accents and illuminated silk jacquards. Backlit wood veneers add a glowing warmth to the cabin, while a sculptural “Mechanical Marvel” centerpiece blends horological finesse with digital dynamism.
The dashboard—referred to as the “Wing Gesture”—showcases Bentley’s philosophy of ‘Magical Fusion,’ seamlessly merging analog charm with digital responsiveness. It can display a full infotainment interface or vanish into a polished wood panel. As Bentley’s design chief Robin Page puts it, “It’s like wearing a mechanical watch on one wrist and a digital one on the other—why not both?”
Technically, the EXP 15 previews Bentley’s next chapter. Conceived as a fully electric, all-wheel-drive grand tourer, it promises long range and ultra-fast charging. Though not slated for production, the concept telegraphs Bentley’s commitment to sustainability without compromising soul or stature.
Painted in a striking satin-finish Pallas Gold—infused with ultra-thin aluminum pigment that supports radar and lidar functionality—the EXP 15 wears its future-readiness as confidently as its couture silhouette.
Color and material themes span the classic to the cutting-edge. One features luminous woven metal mesh called Acrylic Couture, while another uses silk jacquard from Gainsborough, textile supplier to the late Queen. This juxtaposition of tradition and tech is what makes the EXP 15 so compelling: it’s not a departure from Bentley’s DNA but a bold evolution of it.
From a nod to the Speed Six “Blue Train” to a conceptual leap into tomorrow’s touring, the EXP 15 is Bentley’s most radical expression yet. It is not just a car—it’s a manifesto. A grand tourer reimagined for the electric age. A seamless blend of presence, performance, and poetry.
With the EXP 15, Bentley isn’t chasing the future. It’s designing it.
