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Ever Wanted A Bentley-Inspired Ducati? No? Here’s One Anyway

Bentley’s final inner combustion-powered mannequin is the $2.1-million Batur coupe. Just 18 of the 740 horsepower grand tourers might be made, and to rejoice, Ducati is constructing 550 bikes. Sound just a little bizarre? Well, no less than the bike appears good.

If you did not know, Ducati is a subsidiary of Lamborghini, which is, in flip, part of Audi. Audi is a part of the VW group, after all, which additionally consists of Bentley. That’s the connection that makes collaboration between a British luxurious model and an Italian bike firm potential. The reply is at all times Germans.

Ducati D4 Diavel For Bentley

The bike itself is a beast even earlier than it will get any Batur-inspired touches. The Diavel V4 packs 168 horsepower from a 1.2-liter V4 “Granturismo” engine. It’s reworked right into a Bentley-branded bike with a number of aesthetic modifications.

The Scarab Green colour is straight out of Bentley’s ultra-luxury Mulliner Palette, for example. The Forged wheels additionally match these discovered on the Batur very intently. Beyond that, Ducati and Bentley designers labored collectively to try to match the 2 and four-wheeled autos collectively as a lot as they might. Components just like the air intakes, entrance mudguard, fairing, and gasoline tank had been all sculpted to be paying homage to the $2.1-million coupe.

Ducati D4 Diavel For Bentley
Ducati D4 Diavel For Bentley

A complete of 500 normal examples of the bike might be constructed at a value of $70,000 a chunk, however a further 50 so-called “Diavel for Bentley Mulliner” bikes might be obtainable for Bentley Mulliner clients. Those purchasers will be capable of customise their bikes’ colour and trim to their liking, with tons of potential choices. You’ll want $90,000 to get your palms on one. 

Ducati’s CEO Claudio Domenicali anticipates that “by the end of the week it will be completely sold out.” The firm is at present taking deposits on the bikes, with deliveries set to start in the summertime of subsequent 12 months.

Photos: Jeff Perez For Motor1

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Bentley Batur Features New, 20-Speaker Audio System That Costs $31,000

The Bentley Batur is a vehicle that stands out with its 800 unique parts, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship of the automaker. This attention to detail goes beyond the car’s design and powertrain, extending to include a specially crafted audio system. Bentley is now offering the “Naim for Mulliner” sound system as an option for the coupe, priced at $31,681 (equivalent to 25,000 pounds at the current exchange rate).

This 20-speaker sound system consists of six tweeters, nine mid-range speakers, two woofers, two active bass transducers, and one subwoofer. The mid-range speakers and tweeters feature Focal’s patented M cones and utilize drivers derived from Focal’s Grand Utopia lineup.


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Bentley Batur Completes Development, Gears Up For Production Start

The Bentley Batur, which made its debut in August 2022, has finished its on-road development phase. The British luxury brand can now begin production of 18 models for its customers.

Prior to the production phase, Bentley conducted extensive testing with two pre-production Baturs. These vehicles underwent real-world testing, covering a total of 18,641 miles, and were evaluated for a combined period of 58 weeks. Car Zero, one of the pre-production models, featured a lively Purple Sector body with a Gloss Dark Titanium grille adorned with Black Crystal elements. As for Car Zero-Zero, it sported a Marina Teal body and was specifically utilized for development in Europe and high-speed driving on closed circuits.