EXP 9 F (United Kingdom, 2012)

The much discussed Bentley SUV is finally here being called the EXP 9 F. While a concept for now, Bentley has hinted strongly that it wants to add an SUV to its lineup. Unless popular opinion is horrible, expect to see the EXP 9 F on the roads eventually. 

“EXP 9 F had to represent the absolute pinnacle of the sport utility sector, setting a new benchmark for this type of vehicle. The style had to reflect Bentley’s sporting character despite its radically different package and purpose together with sculptured, flowing surfaces in keeping with the Bentley tradition,” said lead designer Dirk van Braeckel.

The styling of the EXP looks like a grown up Bentley with large, flat surfaces. The front has multiple air inlets to feed the W12. The rear has wide fenders that have the rear door pulls incorporated into them. The wheels are 23in in diameter with a design like a turbine fan. 

Power comes from a 6.0l twin-turbo W12 engin...