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The Bentley Bentayga Azure Riviera Collection unveiled

If you own a Bentley Bentayga, chances are you also possess a luxury yacht—or at least, you're dreaming of one. Bentley has upped the ante for those who enjoy life on both land and sea with the new Bentayga Azure Riviera Collection. But here's the catch—this is for the select few who can cruise it straight to the French Riviera.

The first thing you'll notice is the Aegean Blue finish. This shade of blue said to be as deep and rich as the waters that lap the shores of Monaco. The color wraps not just the body but also the lower trim, where you’d usually find chrome or black accented panels. The 22-inch wheels complete the look, reminiscent of a yacht's styling.

The nautical theme carries inside, where leather in Linen and Brunel (a grey-blue) lines the cabin. To give it a true yacht vibe, Bentley has added a pinstripe veneer resembling a teak deck, and custom embroidery ensures that you're reminded every moment that this is no ordinary Bentayga.

In true Bentley fashion, the extended-wheelbase (EWB) Bentayga Azure offers airline specification rear seats. But forget about cramped economy class. These seats adjust in 22 ways and include recline, leg, and footrests for that ultra-luxe experience. Temperature sensors inside the seat keep you cool, while a complex air chamber system ensures maximum comfort by making 177 pressure adjustments.

Bentley has always had an affinity for yachts. This isn't their first boat-inspired car. Back in 2021, the British marque made waves by matching the Continental GT V8 to the owner's yacht, both decked out in red leather and a rich deep blue exterior. Bentley's fascination with the sea reached new heights with the Galene Edition in 2017, which featured a pinstriped walnut finish and was named after the Greek goddess of calm seas.

TopGear Magazine June 2024