There are expensive cars, and then there are cars where the price is almost besides the point. Rolls-Royce and Bentley occupy that rarefied space, where handcrafted interiors, extraordinary performance and personalisation matter as much as the badge on the bonnet. Yet despite their shared British heritage and ultra-luxury positioning, the two marques offer remarkably different experiences. Rolls-Royce is about occasion, serenity and arriving in spectacular fashion; Bentley puts a little more emphasis on the pleasure of driving. So, if you have several crores to spend and can’t really decide which one suits you the best, be with us till the end of this article, and we will help you figure that out!
Rolls-Royce remains the choice for buyers who want their car to feel like a private suite on wheels. Its Indian range currently includes the Spectre, Ghost, Cullinan and Phantom, with listed ex-showroom prices ranging from approximately ₹7.62 crore for the Spectre to ₹15.07 crore for the Phantom, before bespoke personalization. The Cullinan is the obvious choice for those who want an ultra-luxury SUV, while the Phantom remains the marque's flagship statement. The Spectre, meanwhile, brings the Rolls-Royce formula into the electric era, with a starting price of ₹7.62 crore and a claimed WLTP range of 530km. And then there is Bespoke. Customers can commission highly individual paint colours, materials, upholstery, veneers, and handcrafted details, meaning the price of a Rolls-Royce can climb dramatically once the commissioning process begins.
Bentley takes a different route. Its cars retain the craftsmanship expected at this level, but place greater emphasis on performance and driver involvement. The Indian range includes the Bentayga, Flying Spur and Continental GT, although availability and listed pricing can vary by model and market. Bentley's official India site currently highlights the Bentayga EWB, Flying Spur and Continental GT.
For a useful price benchmark, current Indian listings put the Bentley range at roughly ₹5 crore to ₹8.45 crore, depending on model and specification.
The Bentayga EWB is particularly suited to buyers who want serious rear-seat comfort without giving up the ability to enjoy the car from behind the wheel. The Continental GT, meanwhile, is the obvious choice for the enthusiast who thinks a luxury car should also be a proper grand tourer.
If the car is primarily about being driven around, Rolls-Royce has the stronger proposition. Its extraordinary rear-seat experience, imposing design and almost limitless Bespoke programme make it the ultimate statement of automotive luxury. The Phantom and Cullinan, in particular, are designed to turn even a short journey into an occasion.
Bentley makes more sense for someone who wants to drive as much as be driven. The Continental GT brings genuine grand-touring appeal, while the Bentayga combines lavish accommodation with the performance and handling expected from a Bentley.
Ultimately, the choice comes down to what you want your several-crore car to do. Rolls-Royce is about making the journey feel like an event; Bentley is about making the journey itself part of the fun.
Note: Rolls-Royce and Bentley prices in India mentioned above are indicative ex-showroom prices and can vary by model, variant, specification and market.