View Photos of the 2019 Bentley Bentayga V8

Despite its lower engine output and lesser status, the Bentayga V-8 still has loads of curb presence.

The somewhat ungainly looking Bentayga is one vehicle that can actually benefit from having more shiny chrome exterior trim, rather than less.

The Bentayga V-8 is virtually undistinguishable from the W-12 model when parked.

The Bentley Bentayga's puddle lamps are a neat touch of theater when entering and exiting the vehicle.

Bentley's highly detailed buttons and switchgear are a delight to operate.

The Bentayga's interior trappings are lavish and highly customizable.

Bentley's detailing on the Bentayga's steering wheel is art-like in its execution.

Bentley claims a 180-mph top speed for the Bentayga V-8.

The Bentayga's touchscreen interface is intuitive to use but can wash out in direct sunlight.

Lots of piano-black and aluminum trim bring a high-end ambiance to the cabin.

Rich, soft leather covers almost every interior surface.

Bentley's quilted stitching on the Bentayga's seats and door panels are a particularly nice, upscale touch.

The Bentayga is available with either two- or three-person rear seats.

Amenities abound even in the back seat.

The Bentayga's three-person rear seat has fold-down seat backs to maximize cargo capacity. Despite its substantial exterior size, the Bentayga offers a modest 17 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats.

Bentley's Black Specification exterior package replaces most of the standard chrome trim with gloss black pieces.

As with all Bentley's, the Bentayga V-8's hood emblem is always on prominent display.

Jewel-like lighting elements accent the rather bulbous front end.