A SPECIAL run of First Edition models has been announced by Bentley to mark the launch of its new flagship Bentayga EWB SUV.

Only some 600 versions of the Azure model will be available and production will be limited to the first 12 months of the stretched Bentayga.

First Edition badging can be seen to the exterior of the car - a theme that extends inside, with badging on the veneered facia, as well as embroidery on the seats.

The special specification includes bright lower bumper grilles, quilted seats, mood lighting, a heated steering wheel, and increased driver's assistance aids.

Bentley Diamond Illumination is also standard for the First Edition which see LED lights in 30 user-controlled colours shine through tiny perforations in the quilted leather trim for an added visual effect.

Other features include Naim for Bentley - which Bentley says is the world's best in-car sound system with 1,720 Watts of power across 20 speakers.

An optional Bentley Rear Entertainment system allows rear-seat passengers to stream content from their mobile devices to 10.1-inch screens on the backs of the front seats.

Prices are still to be revealed but the standard Bentayga costs from around £160,000.