Bentley returns to profit in 2019

Bentley sales rose by five per cent in 2019, with total sales of 11,006 cars. This was the seventh consecutive year that the luxury British marque has sold over 10,000 units.

The Americas was Bentley’s number one region during the company’s centenary year, with Europe and the UK also posting strong increases.

Adrian Hallmark, chairman and CEO of Bentley Motors, said: “2019 was an extraordinary year for Bentley for many reasons. Our sales performance reached over 11,000 customer deliveries for the fourth time in our 100-year history, plus it represents the seventh consecutive year above 10,000 retail sales. This result was driven by strong demand in all regions, the successful launch of the Continental GT Convertible, plus the launch of five major derivatives and limited edition models during the year.

“It’s remarkable that this achievement was largely without any sales of the Flying Spur which historically has contributed 20% of our annual sales.

“This result secures Bentley’s return to profitability, demonstrates the successful implementation of our turnaround, and sends a clear signal for the potential of Bentley for 2020 and into our next century.”

Bentley ended the year with 238 retailers in 68 markets, a record high.