Bentley Launches $260,000 Luxury SUV to Woo Big-Spending Koreans

Bentley Motors Ltd. introduced its Bentayga EWB luxury sport utility vehicle to South Korea, joining companies like supercar maker Lamborghini and fashion house Louis Vuitton in tapping the nation’s appetite for high-end goods.

Unveiled at the Bentley Tower in Seoul on Tuesday, the Extended Wheel Base range is 180 millimeters (7 inches) longer than a normal Bentayga, creating more interior space. The SUV comes equipped with a 4.0 liter V8 engine, has a top speed of 290 km/h (190 mph) and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds. Inside the cabin, seats will automatically adjust for temperature and posture, while the driver can exit the car before it parks itself. The Azure model starts at 340 million won ($260,000).