Shopping for a luxury car with impeccable craftsmanship? A Bentley may be right for you. From sedans and SUVs to even plug-in hybrid models, you’ve got plenty of options to choose from.
Do Bentley vehicles hold their value?
While depreciation can vary from one model to the next, the popular Bentayga depreciates around 57% over five years. Of course, Bentleys also aren’t cheap — with the 2020 Bentayga base model starting at $156,900.
No matter which Bentley you may have your eyes on, knowing how these vehicles typically depreciate and how much they cost to begin with can give you a better feel for which model may be right for you.
Do Bentleys Hold Their Value?
In general, luxury vehicles tend to depreciate more quickly than non-luxury models. This is because luxury car owners typically wait to trade them in until they’ve become dated — and who wants to spend big money on an outdated luxury model?
Let’s take a look at some specific depreciation numbers for a few of Bentley’s most popular sellers. From there, we can also compare these to the depreciation rates of the competition to see how they hold up.
The Bentley Bentayga, a plug-in hybrid model that was introduced for the 2020 model year, is estimated to depreciate 57% in value over the course of five years. This means that a model bought new for $156,900 would be worth $67,467 after five years.
Customer Perception: Bentley Bentayga
The 2020 Bentley Bentayga has 4.6/5 stars on Vehicle History’s “Owner Reviews” page, with most owners loving its smooth and comfortable ride, as well as its competitive fuel economy.
Meanwhile, the Continental GT is expected to depreciate at a slower rate, with a depreciation value of 48% over the course of five years. If purchased for a starting MSRP of $202,500, this equates to a value of $105,300 five years later.
Customer Perception: Bentley Continental GT
The new Continental GT has received a lot of attention from experts, even going so far as to earn a 10/10 rating with Car and Driver. These reviewers rave about the car’s beautifully appointed interior and unrivaled power.
What about the Flying Spur, Bentley’s large sedan? This model has among the lowest depreciation values of any Bentley at a forecasted 28% deprecation rate over five years. This means a model bought new for $154,900 would still be worth $111,528 five years later.
Customer Perception: Bentley Flying Spur
There aren’t many owner reviews on the 2020 or 2021 Flying Spur just yet, but the 2018 Flying Spur receives a 4.75/5-star rating on Vehicle History. Some owners comment on the high cost of maintenance for this model, but most love its:
- Sleek and eye-catching design
- Reliability
- Indulgent interior
How does that hold up to the competition? Let’s look at a few competitors for reference.
Mercedes S-Class
- Starting MSRP (2020): $94,250
- Five-Year Retail: $42,413
- Five-Year Depreciation Rate: 55%
Jaguar Land Rover
- Starting MSRP (2020): $90,900
- Five-Year Retail: $34,542
- Five-Year Depreciation Rate: 62%
What is the Price of a Bentley?
Debating a Bentley for yourself? You’ll want to have an idea of how much one of these luxury models is going to cost you. Explore a few of the most popular Bentley models below, their starting prices, and the costs for specific add-ons.
Bentley Bentayga
The 2020 Bentayga plug-in hybrid SUV starts at $156,900 on its base Hybrid trim and comes with standard features that include:
- A turbocharged 3.0L V6 engine and electric motor (443 horsepower)
- Full leather upholstery throughout
- Panoramic sunroof
- Tri-zone climate control
- Heated front and second-row seats
Meanwhile, opting for the mid-tier V8 trim bumps the starting price up to $165,000 and also yields a more powerful engine: a turbocharged 4.0L V8 at a whopping 542 horsepower.
If engine power is your top priority, don’t pass up the range-topping Speed trim, which starts at $235,700 and comes standard with a 6,0L W12 engine at 626 horsepower.
In addition to these trim options, the Bentayga is also available with some package add-ons, including the base trim’s City Specification Package ($3,915), which adds features like pedestrian warning, traffic-sign recognition, and park assist.
Meanwhile, the V8 trim is available with a $26,190 Black Specification Package, which tacks on 22″ black-painted alloy wheels, exclusive exterior styling cues, and a gloss-black exhaust tailpipe.
Bentley Flying Spur
The 2020 Bentley Flying Spur sedan has an even higher starting MSRP at $214,600 for its base model. It comes in a standalone W12 trim configuration with standard equipment that includes:
- An onboard Wi-Fi hotspot
- A panoramic sunroof
- An air suspension with active stabilizer bars
- A 10-speaker sound system
- A 12.3-inch touchscreen interface
However, the Flying Spur is available with a number of add-ons to customize your ride, including a Touring Specification Package ($8,385) that adds adaptive cruise control, a driver heads-up display, night vision, and traffic assist.
Meanwhile, $12,715 Mulliner Driver Specification Packages adds embroidered Bentley emblems, jeweled fuel and oil filter caps, upgraded wheels, and diamond-quilted seats.
Bentley Continental GT
Finally, there’s the much-awaited Continental GT, which starts at $202,500 for a 2020 coupe model. Meanwhile, opting for a base convertible model comes with a higher starting price of $222,700.
Both are available in two trim levels: the base GT V8 trim and the upgraded GT trim. The base trim comes standard with a turbocharged 4.0L V8 engine at 542 horsepower, all-wheel drive, and an adaptive air suspension.
Upgrading to the top-tier GT trim means a higher starting price ($218,900 for the coupe and $240,800 for the convertible) but delivers a turbocharged 6.0L W12 engine at a whopping 626 horsepower.
Do Your Research Before You Buy
Indulging in a luxury car like a Bentley is something many drivers dream of. Before you spend your hard-earned money on a Bentley or any other luxury car, though, be sure to check its Vehicle History report.
With more than 140 million data points at your fingertips, Vehicle History makes it easier than ever to find out everything you need to know before you buy your next car.
