What is the Bentley Turbo R?
The Turbo R is a Bentley luxury saloon from the period when Bentley and Rolls-Royce shared a parent company and a base in Crewe. It paired the comfort and formal presence of a large British saloon with a turbocharged V8. Bentley introduced the Turbo R to build on the marque’s sporting character and improve handling and roadholding.
Its upright shape and spacious cabin give it a distinctly traditional feel. The Turbo R is part of Bentley’s history of combining luxury with performance-minded engineering.
Generations, engines and power
The Turbo R’s first generation ran from 1989 to 1997 in the United States. The model helped give Bentley a more distinct identity while retaining the shared foundations of the Crewe cars.
US versions had petrol engines ranging from 6.5 L to 6.8 L. The V8 was turbocharged; a specific power output is not available to quote here.
Fuel consumption and CO₂
The combined EPA rating is 12 MPG, or 19.6 L/100 km. These are two ways of expressing the same rating. EPA testing differs from European WLTP and NEDC procedures and Canada’s 5-cycle test, so results from those markets are not directly comparable.
Where was the Turbo R sold?
The Turbo R was a British-built Bentley associated with Crewe. In the United States, it was offered from 1989 to 1997, with six petrol versions.
Questions and answers
Was the Turbo R a Rolls-Royce?
No. The Turbo R was a Bentley model from the period when the two marques shared engineering foundations.
What engine did the US Turbo R use?
US versions used petrol engines from 6.5 L to 6.8 L.
How much fuel does the Turbo R use on the EPA test?
Its combined EPA rating is 12 MPG, or 19.6 L/100 km.
What years was the Turbo R sold in the United States?
The US model years ran from 1989 to 1997.