Head to head
Bentley R Type vs Volkswagen Multivan 2.0 TDI
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the r type continental. The Volkswagen Multivan 2.0 TDI is a diesel passenger mpv.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley R Type | Volkswagen Multivan 2.0 TDI | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6 litre straight-6 | 2.0 litre TDI diesel |
| 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) | - |
Sources: Bentley R Type, Volkswagen Multivan 2.0 TDI. 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.
Listed by
- Kent Vehicle Storage - Edenbridge
Buy or hire the Multivan 2.0 TDI if...
A diesel-powered Volkswagen Multivan used by prestige and group hire firms for airport runs and family or corporate group travel. Its car-like driving position and flexible seating suit chauffeur use as well as self-drive hire.
Full Multivan 2.0 TDI specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley R Type and the Volkswagen Multivan 2.0 TDI?
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the R Type Continental; the Volkswagen Multivan 2.0 TDI is a diesel passenger MPV.
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