The Lemon Index
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Every year. EPA numbers across the versions sold that year.
| Year | MPG | Fuel / yr | Engine | Guzzler tax | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16–21 | $3,800–5,000 | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.0L 8-cyl · hybrid | — | 1 |
| 2024 | 16 | $5,000 | 4.0L 8-cyl | — | 0 |
| 2023 | 14–20 | $4,000–5,700 | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.0L 8-cyl · hybrid | — | 3 |
| 2022 | 14–18 | $4,400–5,700 | 4.0L 8-cyl, 6.0L 12-cyl | — | 5 |
| 2021 | 14–19 | $4,200–5,700 | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.0L 8-cyl · hybrid | — | 7 |
| 2020 | 14–19 | $4,200–5,700 | 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.0L 8-cyl · hybrid | — | 4 |
| 2019 | 17 | $4,700 | 4.0L 8-cyl | — | 4 |
| 2018 | 15 | $5,300 | 6.0L 12-cyl | — | 4 |
| 2017 | 15 | $5,300 | 6.0L 12-cyl | — | 2 |
EPA yearly fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles at national average prices. The gas-guzzler tax is a federal tax paid on new cars that use a lot of fuel.
Recalls 15
- Equipment 2025 model · 26V181000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2025 Bentayga vehicles. The tire information placard may indicate an incorrect tire size and tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federa…
- Electrical System 2023 model · 25V811000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2023 Bentayga Hybrid vehicles. The high voltage battery may overheat while charging.…
- Fuel System, Gasoline 2023 model · 23V592000
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.…
- Seats 2023 model · 23V386000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bentayga 5-seat vehicles. The second-row seats may be installed incorrectly and not locked on all seat rails.…
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- Seats 2022 model · 22V257000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga vehicles. The second row seats may be installed incorrectly, without being locked on all seat rails.…
- Back Over Prevention 2022 model · 22V743000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview camera image may be blank when the car is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the …
- Suspension 2021 model · 21V276000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.…
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 2021 model · 21V647000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. Incorrect software for the chassis control module may cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system to malfunction.…
- Equipment 2022 model · 21V975000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga, Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Continental GT Convertible vehicles. The owner's manual incorrectly states that the air bag system will not deploy when the …
- Seat Belts 2021 model · 21V605000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As…
- Seat Belts 2020 model · 20V154000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The third-row upper seat belt attachment may not stay connected to the vehicle in the event of a crash. As such, thes…
- Air Bags 2020 model · 20V092000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.…
- Fuel System, Gasoline 2020 model · 20V321000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Bentayga vehicles. A fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak.…
- Back Over Prevention 2018 model · 18V632000
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018 Bentley Mulsanne and 2018 Bentayga vehicles. When reverse gear has been selected, the rearview camera display may be obstructed or may not be fully visible within two secon…
- Seats 2017 model · 16V816000
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 i…
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov and NHTSA recalls. 0–60 and top-speed specs coming soon. Every supercar
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