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Driven by two-time champion Rhys Millen, the mighty Bentayga completed the 12.42-mile course in just 10:49.9 – hacking almost two minutes off the previous record […]","datePublished":"2018-06-25","dateModified":"2018-06-25","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Bentley-Bentayga-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Bentley-Bentayga-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/bentley-bentayga-sets-new-pikes-peak-record-time\/","about":["LATEST CAR NEWS","MOTORSPORT"],"wordCount":302,"keywords":["Bentley","Bentley Bentayga","pikes peak"],"articleBody":"\u2018Tis the season for SUVs smashing records.Barely a week has passed since Skoda\u2019s Kodiaq vRS set a new record time at the legendary N\u00fcrburgring and now we\u2019re telling you about another record-breaking SUV. This time, it\u2019s the Bentley Bentayga, which has just smashed the best time for a production SUV at Pikes Peak.Driven by two-time champion Rhys Millen, the mighty Bentayga completed the 12.42-mile course in just 10:49.9 – hacking almost two minutes off the previous record and averaging 66.5mph.Climbing almost 5,000ft and navigating 156 corners, the Bentayga made the best of its 600bhp W12 engine, adaptive air suspension, active electric 48V anti-roll control and carbon ceramic brakes to set a stunning new benchmark.In order to comply with the track\u2019s rules, a few minimal changes had to be made. For example, the front seats were replaced with racing versions, the rear seats were binned off altogether, and a roll cage and fire suppression system were installed.Additionally, tyres were selected from Pirelli\u2019s DOT-marked range and a production-specification Akrapovic sports exhaust was fitted. Everything else was what you\u2019d find in a regular Bentayga sat in your nearest Bentley showroom.To mark the occasion, the Pikes Peak Bentayga was finished in eye-catching \u2018radium satin\u2019 paintwork, accented by an all-black chrome and carbon fibre body kit.\u201cThis record proves the outstanding dynamic ability of the Bentayga,\u201d comments Chris Craft, Bentley\u2019s member of the board for sales and marketing.\u201cIt demonstrates again how Bentley Motors is the only automotive company in the world that can combine pinnacle luxury and breathtaking performance.\u201d Rhys Millen, the man behind the wheel of the record-breaking Bentayga, added: \u201cWhat an incredible machine. The car was planted all the way up and gave me the confidence I needed to push hard.\u201d"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Bentley Bentayga sets new Pikes Peak record time","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/bentley-bentayga-sets-new-pikes-peak-record-time\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]