Head to head
Bentley R Type vs Jeep Wrangler
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the r type continental. The Jeep Wrangler is a off-road suv with removable roof and doors.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley R Type | Jeep Wrangler | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6 litre straight-6 | 4.0 litre petrol (as listed) |
| Power | 130hp (est.) | - |
| Top speed | 101.7mph (1953 test car) | - |
| Production | 1952-1955, 2,323 built | - |
| Body | 4-door saloon or coachbuilt (H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, Freestone & Webb) | - |
| Body style | - | Convertible |
Sources: Bentley R Type, Jeep Wrangler. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R Type if...
A 1950s Bentley saloon kept today as a collector's classic rather than a daily driver. Coachbuilt examples with bodies by houses like H.J. Mulliner command the most interest and are typically kept in specialist covered storage.
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- Kent Vehicle Storage - Edenbridge
Buy or hire the Wrangler if...
A body-on-frame off-road SUV bought for its rugged look and open-air driving rather than everyday practicality. Hire and dealer fleets stock it as a lifestyle vehicle for buyers wanting something distinctive.
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley R Type and the Jeep Wrangler?
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the R Type Continental; the Jeep Wrangler is a off-road SUV with removable roof and doors.
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