Since opening its doors in 1919, British car manufacturer Bentley has become one of the most beloved motoring brands in the world, synonymous with luxury, quality and impeccable attention to detail. We take a look back at some of the iconic cars that have punctuated the evolution of Bentley over the last century, from the infamous 4½-litre Blower to the most recent Continental GT, which we reviewed here.

Bentley T-series (1970) - When it was first launched, sales of the T-series were rather underwhelming. Decades later, this car has become something of a collector's favourite5/5

Bentley 8-Litre (1930) - The largest car of its time, the Bentley 8-Litre was famed for achieving a 'dead silent 100mph'1/5

Bentley Blower 4.5 Litre (1927-1931) - The epitome of Bentley's pre-WWI racing designs, it won several races, most notably the 24 Hours of Le Mans2/5

Bentley Continental (2003-present) - Perhaps Bentley's most iconic car in recent years, this model is a top performer despite its heft and size3/5

Bentley S1 Continental Flying Spur (1958) - With its innovative chassis and high-performance specs, it was a predecessor to the four-door coupes of today4/5

Bentley T-series (1970) - When it was first launched, sales of the T-series were rather underwhelming. Decades later, this car has become something of a collector's favourite5/5

Bentley 8-Litre (1930) - The largest car of its time, the Bentley 8-Litre was famed for achieving a 'dead silent 100mph'1/5

And now the latest chapter in the evolution of Bentley has been unveiled: the Bentayga Hybrid. Check out this innovative new concept car in the video below.