Bentley Motors has just revealed their latest luxury vision concept for all-new all-electric EXP 15, representing Bentley’s design vision for the future, by taking inspiration from its early 20th century Grand Tourer heritage and interpreting it in a thoroughly modern 21st century way.

Meet the EXP 15 — bold, sculpted, and futuristic, while maintaining timeless Bentley elegance.

EXP 15 exterior.jpg
EXP 15 exterior.jpg

Key Design Principles

Upright Elegance

  • Gently curved, upright front silhouette
  • Inspired by a thoroughbred horse standing still, elegant, calm, strong.

Iconic Grille

  • Signature Bentley grille retained as a digital art form with LED light patterns.
  • Central spine and diamond quilt motif inspired by past Bentleys.

Endless Bonnet Line

  • Long, unbroken line from front to rear pillar.
  • Nods to heritage models like the 1930 Bentley Gurney Nutting coupe.
  • Bonnet includes twin storage panels referencing classic piano-style hoods.

Resting Beast Stance

  • Powerful rear haunches like a big cat at rest, muscular but relaxed.
  • Proportions: 1/3 cabin, 2/3 body, emphasizing grounded presence.

Prestigious Shield

  • Large, clean rear surface with diamond-patterned tail lights.
  • Emblem sits proudly on the tailgate.
bentley EXP 15 design
bentley EXP 15 design

Lighting & Aero Details

  • Diamond-quilt LED lighting (headlights + grille).
  • Aerodynamic vents behind front wheels.
  • Slim, protruding 3D-effect rear lights.
  • Twin active roof spoilers + active rear diffuser.

Surface and Sculpting Aesthetics

  • Monolithic Presence: Appears carved from one solid piece.
  • Muscular Form: Tensioned surfaces like a trained athlete.
  • Carved Precision: Sharp, exact cuts for modern lightness.

Interior Design: A Tech-Infused Luxury Lounge

Ultra-luxurious, ultra-futuristic. A mix of classic materials and next-gen tech, designed for sophistication, serenity, and drama.

EXP 15 Interior
EXP 15 Interior

Seating Layout

  • Three-seater format inspired by 1930 Gurney Nutting coupe.
  • Driver's side: Single door + cocooned seat.
  • Passenger side: Twin upward-opening coach doors + swiveling luxury seat.
  • Seat modes: Co-pilot, Standard, and Relax (seat slides or reclines).
  • Concertina floor storage: Footrest doubles as a storage space for luggage.

Tailgate Experience

Deployable seats, ambient lighting, and a built-in fridge for luxury outdoor experiences.

Interior Design Principles

  • Wing Gesture: Dashboard inspired by the Bentley winged emblem.
  • Bold Gravitas: Use of large, luxurious material surfaces (wood, metal, stone).
  • Cocooning Haven: Enveloping seat canopies for privacy and comfort.
  • Iconic Details: Classic Bentley touches with bullseye vents, knurling, diamond quilting.
  • Magical Fusion (New): Physical-digital interface blending both worlds.
  • Rotating digital dashboard: Can reveal or conceal infotainment.
  • Mechanical Marvel clock: Analog + digital readouts in sculptural form.
Bentley EXP 15
Bentley EXP 15

Materials & Color Innovation

Exterior Paint: Pallas Gold for a satin liquid-metal finish with light-reflective aluminum pigment (works with radar/LiDAR).

Interior Themes:

  • Silk jacquard from heritage British supplier Gainsborough.
  • Acrylic Couture - illuminated mesh in acrylic for radiant effects.
  • Active 3D quilt - lit materials behind cut wood veneers.
  • Wool textiles from Fox Brothers in gradient colors.
  • 3D-printed titanium accents - lightweight and waste-efficient.

Bentley EXP 15 is a dramatic blend of art, tech, and tradition. The exterior is sleek, bold, and grounded in heritage. The interior feels like a high-tech sanctuary, offering luxurious materiality with futuristic, adaptive user experiences. It's not just a concept, it’s a statement of Bentley's vision for the future of electric grand touring.