Peter Lyon
January 31, 2026
Bentley Motors today reveals its new Bentayga X Concept at the FAT Ice Race at Zell am See in Austria. This unique X Concept has been developed to stimulate and gain feedback for an enhanced off-road capable Bentayga, whilst also celebrating the start of a new multi-year brand partnership with FAT International.
The core Bentayga is already known for its breadth of abilities, offering top-notch performance, luxurious comfort, refinement and off-road capability. From there, the Bentayga Speed focuses on maximum dynamic ability and outright speed, while the Bentayga Extended Wheelbase concentrates of rear-seat luxury and wellbeing.
The concept is based on a Bentayga Speed, with a 650 ps, 4.0-litre twin turbo V8 engine, with permanent four-wheel drive and an eight-speed transmission. Air suspension is complemented by Bentley Dynamic Ride, Bentley’s 48V electric active anti-roll control system.
However, the stance and presence have significantly changed with forged single piece 22” wheel rims, created by Brixton, with large aspect ratio off-road tyres. The track width has increased by 120mm to enhance stability, and the ride height has been increased by 55 mm, for maximised suspension travel and ground clearance. To accommodate these changes the wheel arches have also moved outboard by 40 mm. The changes lead to a wading depth of over 550 mm and a ground clearance of just under 310 mm. For a luxury SUV these numbers are significant.
The exterior appearance of the Bentayga X Concept has been kept functional, with roof-mounted storage and four spotlights to enable longer off-road adventures. In the case of the concept, an electric Bambino-size Go Kart (as used in the FAT Karting League) demonstrates the additional cargo ability. These roof additions bring the overall height of the X Concept to 2.49 metres.
An Exhibition of Bentleys
The FAT Ice Race is a festival celebrating cars and their status in culture, uniting those who share passion for automotive excellence now and in the future. This unique racing event features various classes, including the distinctive mixed class of Skijöring and exhibitions showcasing rare and exotic cars. Bentley’s significant presence at the FAT Ice Race in Zell am See marks the start of a multi-year partnership, which will also see Bentley take cars to the upcoming FAT Ice Race in Big Sky, Montana at the end of February and a 24-hour takeover over FAT Mankei in Austria later this year.
Joining the Bentayga X Concept will be some of Bentley’s latest and boldest cars. Straight from the launch of Supersports: FULL SEND in Dubai, Travis Pastrana’s unique livery Supersports will be on display, with the newly announced Continental GTC S. The coupe sibling Continental GT S will also be shown dynamically on the ice in a global debut, along with a Bentayga Speed and Speed Six Continuations Series Car Zero from Mulliner.
Driving the Bentayga Speed in the Skijöring event will be car culture icon and broadcaster, Chris Harris, who will be towing Norwegian freestyle skier, Hedvig Wessel. The Continental GT S will be piloted by French racing driver Laura Villars, while the Speed Six will be driven by the head of Bentley’s Heritage Collection, Mike Sayer.
A FAT History
For the record, FAT International was a logistics company transporting fashion in Europe and sponsoring motorsports to highlight their express delivery service. FAT’s legacy following is based on its 1994 overall victory at the 24h of Le Mans with the Dauer 962 LM.
Today, FAT International produces clothing and connects people at offline experiences like the FAT Ice Race and FAT Mankei while its mission is to change motorsports forever starting at the grass roots: with the FAT Karting League.
CARLIST THOUGHTS
The FAT Karting League combines cutting-edge technology with a revolutionary vision for grassroots racing. All drivers compete in electric karts designed with F1 precision on Birel chassis. More than just a race, the FAT Karting League is about building a global community where drivers and fans come together to celebrate the sport and the unique FAT spirit.
