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2017Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDPremium

2017 Bentley Bentayga

EPA ID: 37950
12
City MPG
15
Combined MPG
15MPG· Below Avg
19
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2017 Bentley Bentayga achieves an EPA-estimated 15 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 12 MPG in the city and 19 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 6L 12-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (s8), this standard sport utility vehicle 4wd features All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2017 Bentayga produces approximately 596 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Bentayga has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $4,600, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $12,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel TypePremium
Engine6L 12-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions596 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score2/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$4,600
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $12,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
14.4
Impact vs EPA
+$150
/ year
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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$973/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$26,460
45.3%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$17,500
30.0%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$14,025
24.0%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.7%
Total 5-Year Cost$58,385

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #23V592000·2023-10-20
critical
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Bentayga vehicles. The fuel supply module wiring can overheat and melt the flange, resulting in a fuel leak.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the flange and fuel supply module wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2023. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE23/19.

Campaign #16V816000·2017-01-03
critical
Component: SEATS

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2017 Bentayga vehicles manufactured March 1, 2016, to September 30, 2016. During the assembly process, the affected vehicles may not have had the seat mechanism and instrument panel joints properly tightened.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: If the seat mechanism and instrument panel joints were not tightened, they can loosen, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the seat mechanism and instrument panel joints, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2017. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE16/32.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$4,600
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $12,250

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City12 MPG
Highway19 MPG
Combined15 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

119.2 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 148 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 9.9 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.