2017 Bentley Bentayga — Full Specifications
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The 2017 Bentley Bentayga is an SUV powered by a 6L 12-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 18 mpg (UK) / 15 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Bentley Bentayga workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 6L 12-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 18 combined / 14 urban / 23 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 15 combined / 12 city / 19 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 370 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 2 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $5,500 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2017 Bentley Bentayga, all with the 6L 12-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 15 (12/19) | 370 | $5,500 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2017 Bentley Bentayga
Running Costs: 2017 Bentley Bentayga
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2017 Bentley Bentayga at 18 mpg combined, expect roughly 2,020 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $5,500 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2017 Bentley Bentayga Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2017 Bentley Bentayga (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (1), Seats (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Fuel system — campaign 23V592000, reported 23 August 2023. Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Seats — campaign 16V816000, reported 10 November 2016. Risk: 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.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Bentley Bentayga. The most-reported areas are Air bags (3), Unspecified (2), Service brakes (2). Complaints include 1 reported crash, 1 reported injury.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2017 Bentley Bentayga
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Fuel system (1 recall campaign) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Seats (1 recall campaign) — Check seat adjusters, head restraints and seat-mounted sensors work, and confirm seat recalls were completed.
- Air bags (3 owner complaints) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Brakes (2 owner complaints) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Bentley Bentayga compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 18 mpg figure is 9 mpg below that average. Its 370 g/km CO₂ figure is 117 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
At 18 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 19 mpg average for Bentley models in our database. Its 370 g/km CO₂ figure is 15 g/km higher than the 355 g/km Bentley average.
Of the 10 Bentley Bentayga model years we cover, the 2017 ranks 9th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (18 mpg UK combined, against a high of 22 mpg). See every Bentley Bentayga year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2017 Bentley Bentayga have?
It's fitted with a 6L 12-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s8) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Bentley Bentayga?
The most efficient configuration returns around 18 mpg (UK) combined, or 15 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2017 Bentley Bentayga cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $5,500 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2017 Bentley Bentayga have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2017 Bentley Bentayga (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (1), Seats (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2017 Bentley Bentayga?
Among the 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Air bags (3 complaints), Unspecified (2 complaints), Service brakes (2 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Bentley Bentayga's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 18 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.