Bentley Continental Gt 2016 - The Bentley Continental GT Top speed is a grand tourer produced by British automaker Bentley Motors since 2003. It was the first car released by Bentley under Volkswagen AG-management after their acquisition of the company in 1998, and the first ever Bentley to employ "mass production" manufacturing techniques. It shares a platform with the Volkswagen Phaeton.
The Continental GT has transformed the company into a major global brand.
Origin
In 1994 Rolls Royce Motors (who at that time owned the Bentley brand) previewed a convertible concept car at the Geneva Motor Show - the Concept Java. The car was designed to be a highly desirable Bentley, but smaller, more affordable, yet still exclusive in order to maintain the integrity of the brand. It was to appeal to a new range of potential buyers and generate increase sales volume for Rolls Royce (at the time the current Bentley Continental R was an ultra-exclusive £180,000 in the UK, within reach of a very select market selling only 2-300 units a year). The Concept Java never made it into production in the form seen in 1994 (although 13 cars were made for the Sultan of Brunei). However the Bentley Continental GT realised the concept of the Java as a more affordable Bentley, manufactured in much larger volumes. Whilst external styling is different, the dashboard design was clearly influenced by the Java.
In 1994 Rolls Royce Motors (who at that time owned the Bentley brand) previewed a convertible concept car at the Geneva Motor Show - the Concept Java. The car was designed to be a highly desirable Bentley, but smaller, more affordable, yet still exclusive in order to maintain the integrity of the brand. It was to appeal to a new range of potential buyers and generate increase sales volume for Rolls Royce (at the time the current Bentley Continental R was an ultra-exclusive £180,000 in the UK, within reach of a very select market selling only 2-300 units a year). The Concept Java never made it into production in the form seen in 1994 (although 13 cars were made for the Sultan of Brunei). However the Bentley Continental GT realised the concept of the Java as a more affordable Bentley, manufactured in much larger volumes. Whilst external styling is different, the dashboard design was clearly influenced by the Java.
Engines, performance and drive
Choose the silky smooth W12 or the rumbustious V8 - either way the Conti is devastatingly quick
The Bentley Continental GT is a big car, and it shows in corners.
Four-wheel drive means there’s lots of grip, but the W12 Continental GT
rolls a bit in bends – and always feels more at home as a long-distance
cruiser than anywhere near a racetrack. As for the new V8 S, it provides
the best blend of handling (superb for such a big car), but still with
the ability to waft along.
In terms of real world performance, the 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 in S
trim is as fast as the more expensive W12, offering huge acceleration
and fantastic mid-range overtaking pace. However, the GT Speed is the
fastest Bentley yet, boasting a top speed of 206mph (or 203mph for the
convertible), along with suspension that's lowered by 10mm and around 45
per cent stiffer. As a result, the handling is remarkably precise for a
2.3-tonne car.
It's the V8 that delivers a sportier soundtrack, too. While the W12's
booming full throttle exhaust note is imposing, it never sounds
particularly exciting for such an outrageously-powerful car.
Engines
Two engine choices remain in the Continental line-up: an updated
version of the 6.0-litre W12 from the original Conti GT (available with
either 567bhp as standard, or 626bhp in the GT Speed) and the newer
4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 available with 500bhp as standard or an extra
21bhp in S spe
The
V8 got cylinder deactivation as standard as part of the 2011 facelift,
but in 2015 the W12 was also given the ability to run on six cylinders
when power demands are low. Power was also boosted from 567bhp to
582bhp, while torque increased by 20Nm to 720Nm. The slight power jump
might not be noticed, but the efficiency tweaks are useful.
Translated into on-road performance, even the standard GT V8 delivers
190mph and 0-60mph in 4.6 seconds. The standard W12-powered GT offers
198mph and a 4.3 second 0-60mph time.
MPG, CO2 and running costs
Let's just say efficiency isn't too bad for a 2.3 ton car with near 200mph performance
You don’t buy a Bentley if you’re worried about running costs. Even so,
we’d still choose the V8 S version over the W12. Cylinder-deactivation
tech and an eight-speed gearbox help it return 26.8mpg on the combined
test cycle, and as much as 36.7mpg out of town if you take it easy. But
it’s pretty much as quick as the bigger-engined models and it still has
an incredible 192mph top speed, so in everyday driving you’re not
missing out in the way of performance.
In
2015 cylinder deactivation technology was brought in on the W12,
meaning the car can run as a six-cylinder when power demands are
relatively low. It improves fuel economy by 4-5 per cent on the combined
cycle, lowering the total to 20.9mpg, but Bentley claims it can be as
much as 20 per cent better in the real world. The GT Speed has a
combined consumption figure of 19.3mpg – or 13mpg around town.
Emissions also improve with the latest specs, but even so it's hardly
going to be on any company car list. The worst offender is the 338g/km
of the W12 GT Speed, while the V8 emits 246g/km.
Insurance groups
Given the enormous performance available across the range, and the
high purchase and repair costs, it should come as no surprise that all
Bentley Continentals attract the highest group 50 insurance rating.
Depreciation
The Bentley Continental may be an expensive car to buy, but it’s
expensive to sell too. Expect its value to halve over five years, and
you should be in the right ballpark.
However while losing £75k in five years will sound painful to most,
the truth is that a £1,200 monthly depreciation charge doesn’t appear to
put off owners. And thanks to the timeless styling, it also makes a
good used Continental a fabulous choice for the second owner.
Interior, design and technology
The Continental may have timeless lines, but the tech has been periodically updated to good effect
The second Bentley Continental GT is an evolution of the original, and
the car is still built around the Volkswagen Group’s D1 large car
platform, which debuted in 2002 underpinning the VW Phaeton limo. The same engineering tech is featured beneath the Bentley Continental Flying Spur which arrived in 2005.
With a low and wide stance and a big mesh grille up front, the
styling leaves no doubt about the Bentley’s credentials though, and
there’s nothing to give away the VW connection inside or out.
The
V8 S and Speed models get subtle but sporty bodykits that don’t detract
from the classy style. Mulliner Driving Spec (which is standard on the
Speed) also gives you a few more bits and pieces, bigger 21-inch alloys
for example and a plusher, sportier cabin with quilted hand-stitched
leather on the seats.
The 2015 facelift brought along lightly restyled looks, with revised
bumpers and altered badging. You'll have to be a diehard fan to tell
them apart, but new paint colours and alloy wheel designs help lift the
exterior.
Inside, Bentley’s usual high standards have been maintained, with
luxurious leather trim, deep pile carpets and a distinctive dashboard
finished with leather and turned aluminium. Bentley also encourages
buyers to create their own style with a limitless variety of bespoke
colour and trim options available – on top of the array of ‘standard’
colours and finishes for leather, stitching and wood veneers.
2015 saw extra chrome and gloss black trim added, as well as new
leather choices, LED ambient lighting and tech such as a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Sat-nav, stereo and infotainment
The Continental GT features a large touchscreen navigation system
with live traffic data and online searching for point of interest info.
The 30GB hard drive system also features full European mapping and
satellite landscape imaging. Bluetooth connectivity is standard, but you
can upgrade to a Wi-Fi hotspot too.
There’s an eight speaker, eight channel music system as standard, but
you can upgrade to the 15 channel system with eleven custom-built
speakers developed by British audio firm NAIM.
Practicality, comfort and boot space
A roomy cabin and decent boot space make the Continental a true Grand Tourer
For luxury grand touring, a combination of effortless power, chassis
poise and compliant suspension mean things don’t get much better than
the charismatic Continental V8 S – or the W12 version if you want a
waftier feel. However for its size, there’s no denying the practical
limitation of cramped rear seats, and while the interior is beautifully
trimmed, all that expensive wood and leather does demand a certain
amount of respect from the occupants.
The back seat is of limited value for adults except for short trips,
but it adds to the roomy feel and of course provides lots of extra
storage – in addition to the roomy glove box and centre console cubby.
Visibility out of the car is fine, but the long bonnet and swoopy
rear three-quarter lines mean care is required for urban manoeuvring
too.
Size
The Continental is a big car, and a heavy one, weighing-in at a hefty 2,295kgs for the V8 model and 2,320kgs for the W12.
At 4,807mm long it’s not quite as big as a Mercedes S-Class Coupe though (5,027mm), and once acclimatised to the Bentley’s proportions it’s not a difficult car to place on the road.
At
least the 358-litre boot is decently-proportioned and well-shaped. And
while the rear bench doesn’t fold flat, few people will buy a Conti for
its practicality – indeed, they’ve probably already got a Range Rover in the garage, or will have their eye on the new Bentley Bentayga SUV.
Reliability and Safety
In spite of substantial updating over the years, the Continental GT is
quite long in the tooth. This in-itself means many potential problems
will have been ironed out, but the Continental also uses many tried and
tested parts from the VW Group, which should also help to ensure reliability.
The 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 is a new-ish addition, but as it was designed for top-of-the-range cars from Audi and Porsche
it’s certainly not susceptible to the sorts of production issues that
may have afflicted low-volume British luxury products in the past.
The W12 engine is hand-built by highly skilled workers at the Bentley
factory in Crewe, which also supplies the engine to the rest of the VW
Group. As a result, Bentley can claim to produce more 12-cylinder
engines than any other manufacturer in the world, and is described as a
centre of excellent for 12-cylinder engines for the entire VW Group.
The VW-group component sharing runs much deeper than engines, of
course, with electronics and other mechanical items plucked from the
group parts bins.
And while the Continental is hand-assembled, the fit and finish of
the interior trim is naturally exemplary – as customers in the sector
expect.
As a result, the Continental feels both beautifully built, and built to last.
Safety is well-covered too, not least because the car features
standard four-wheel drive, giving terrific grip even in adverse
conditions. It’s also worth specifying the carbon-ceramic brakes if you
are an enthusiastic driver. They provide awesome stopping power for such
a heavy machine.
Warranty
The Bentley factory warranty runs for three years, and there’s no
mileage cap. This level of cover is pretty standard fare in the luxury
car sector, but the unlimited mileage will reassure users who use their
cars extensively for the sort of long-haul continental touring implicit
in the model’s name.
Servicing
Pre-paid servicing and maintenance packages are available from
Bentley dealers who want to make the ownership experience as stress-free
as possible – at a price, of course.
Latest Second Hand Bentley Continental GT Cars 2016
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Bentley Continental GTC Speed 6.0 2dr
2011 (11 reg) Convertible
An Exceptional Example With Full Bentley Service History And 1 Previous
Keeper, Finished In Granite Grey With Cream Leather Interior, Mulliner
Pack, Rear View Camera, 20' Dark Tint …
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£78,850 | |
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Bentley Continental 6.0 Speed W12 GT 2dr
2013 (13 reg) Coupe
NAIM Music System. Finished in Metallic Dragon Red, Upgrades -
Convenience Specification, Hotspur Red Contrast Stitching, Carbon Fibre
Centre & Roof Console Panels, Dual Zone Air …
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£99,950 | |
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Bentley Continental 6.0 GT 2dr
2012 (61 reg) Coupe
GREY, John Holland Winner of Dealer's Dealer of the Year at the National
Car Dealer Awards 2014/15 is delighted to offer this truly stunning
Bentley Continental GT 6.0 W12. With an …
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£76,900 | |
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Bentley Continental 6.0 Supersports 2dr
2004 (54 reg) Coupe
2004/54 BENTLEY GT CONTINENTAL SUPERSPORT SPEC - £65K conversion PX/SWAP
- Previously owned by Premier League Football Celebrity !, , Wrapped in
stunning Satin Black with Beluga …
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£49,950 | |
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Bentley Continental Gt 6.0 W12 Speed 2dr Auto
2014 (64 reg) Coupe
Bluetooth telephone connectivity, Breitling clock, Continuous damping
control, Front/rear park distance control, Infotainment system/satellite
navigation, Power boot opening and …
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£99,950 | |
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Bentley Continental 6.0 GTC 2dr
2007 (07 reg) Convertible
TRIPLE BLACK EXAMPLE incl PIANO BLACK WOOD VENEERS, 20" ALLOYS, , 4
seats, Solid Solid Beluga Black with Beluga Black Leather, Beluga Black
with Beluga Black hide, Black …
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£59,990 | |
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Bentley Continental Gt 6.0 W12 Speed 2dr
2011 (11 reg) Convertible
A beautiful convertible car. Sumptuous and immaculate interior with huge
levels of refinement, perfect for roof down enjoyment. Located in our
Welwyn showroom 1 private owner car with …
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£81,000 | |
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Bentley Continental Gt 4.0 V8 S 2dr Auto
2014 (64 reg) Coupe
Bluetooth telephone connectivity, Breitling clock, Continuous damping
control, Front/rear park distance control, Infotainment system/satellite
navigation, Power boot opening and …
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£114,950 | |
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Bentley Continental Gtc 6.0 W12 [635] Speed 2dr Auto
2015 (15 reg) Convertible
All Seasons Specification, Bright Chromed Lower Bumper Matrix Style
Grille, Hand Stitching to Steering Wheel in Contrasting Colour, Contrast
Stitching, Ventilated Front Seats with …
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£149,950 | |
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Bentley Continental Gtc 6.0 W12 2dr Auto
2009 (09 reg) Convertible
3-Spoke Dual Tone Hide Trimmed Steering Wheel With Black Switch
Surround, Veneer Door & Rear Quarter Inserts, Coming Home' Controls
(Garage / Electronic Gate Opener), Naim for …
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£69,950 | |
Continental GT (2003-2011)
The vehicle was unveiled in 2003 Geneva Motor Show, followed by Le Mans, 2003 Goodwood Festival of Speed,[5] 2003 annual Bentley Drivers Club meeting at Silverstone,.[6] Very importantly, the car differed significantly from the previous Continental R & T models in terms of its concept: although much of the car is hand assembled, it is a mass-produced car made in significantly larger numbers. It is not a coachbuilt car. As a result the price at launch was significantly less than the Continental R (approximately half) and this immediately exposed the car to a much wider and new customer base as a more affordable car.
The Continental GT is equipped with a 6.0 litre twin-turbocharged W12 engine, which produces a DIN-rated motive power output of 560 metric horsepower (412 kW; 552 bhp) at 6,100 rpm, and torque of 650 newton metres (479 lbf·ft) at 1,600-6,100 rpm. Torsen-based permanent four-wheel drive is standard.[2] It will accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometres per hour (0.0 to 62.1 mph) in 4.8 seconds, and go on to reach a top speed of 318 kilometres per hour (197.6 mph).
Early models include a choice of 6 body colours (Diamond Black, Burnt Oak, Cypress, Neptune, Spruce, and Umbrian Red), 8 hide colours (Beluga, Burnt Oak, Laurel, Nautic, Portland, Saffron, Savannah, Saddle), 5 veneer types (Burr Oak, Burr Walnut, Dark Stained Walnut, Madrona, Piano Black), 4 carpet and seatbelt colours (Beluga, Burnt Oak, Laurel, Nautic).
2005 model year update, Mulliner Driving Specification (2004-)
Changes to Bentley Continental GT includes voice activation for in-car telephone in six languages, increased interior trim option with addition of Magnolia hide, carpets and seatbelts that can be matched to either the main or secondary hide colour.
Mulliner Driving Specification includes 20-inch 2-piece 7-spoke alloy sports wheels with bespoke Advan Sport 275/35 R20 tyres, drilled alloy sports foot pedals and footrest, gear lever finished in knurled chrome and hide, two-tone leather and veneer combinations, diamond quilted hide to facings, doors and rear quarter panels; Embroidered 'Bentley' marque emblem to seat facings, indented hide headlining, dark-stained Burr Walnut or Piano black veneer.
The vehicles went on sale in October 2004.
Continental Flying Spur
Main article: Bentley Continental Flying Spur (2005)
The four-door Continental Flying Spur saloon was first displayed at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show. The Flying Spur utilizes most of the technical underpinnings of the Bentley Continental GT, and was introduced to European and North American markets in the summer of 2005. Together, the Bentley Continental GT and Flying Spur have boosted Bentley's annual production from around 1,000 units in 2003, to 9,200 units in 2006.[citation needed]
The Flying Spur has a 6-litre, 12-cylinder engine, configured in a W formation. Unlike a conventional 12-cylinder engine with two banks of six (V-12), the Continental’s 6-litre engine is configured in two banks of VR six cylinders each (2x VR6). This shortens the W-12 engine's length considerably, compared to a two-bank configuration. The W-12 produces 552 bhp (412 kW; 560 PS), accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds, and propels the Flying Spur top speed of 194 mph (312 km/h).
One notable aspect of the Continental Flying Spur is its grille. Made to look like traditional chromed brass mesh, it is a metal-covered plastic-core. This was fitted as a safety feature; it is designed to break apart upon impact with a pedestrian.
Main article: Bentley Continental Flying Spur (2005)
The four-door Continental Flying Spur saloon was first displayed at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show. The Flying Spur utilizes most of the technical underpinnings of the Bentley Continental GT, and was introduced to European and North American markets in the summer of 2005. Together, the Bentley Continental GT and Flying Spur have boosted Bentley's annual production from around 1,000 units in 2003, to 9,200 units in 2006.[citation needed]
The Flying Spur has a 6-litre, 12-cylinder engine, configured in a W formation. Unlike a conventional 12-cylinder engine with two banks of six (V-12), the Continental’s 6-litre engine is configured in two banks of VR six cylinders each (2x VR6). This shortens the W-12 engine's length considerably, compared to a two-bank configuration. The W-12 produces 552 bhp (412 kW; 560 PS), accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds, and propels the Flying Spur top speed of 194 mph (312 km/h).
One notable aspect of the Continental Flying Spur is its grille. Made to look like traditional chromed brass mesh, it is a metal-covered plastic-core. This was fitted as a safety feature; it is designed to break apart upon impact with a pedestrian.
Continental GT Diamond Series (2007-)
It is a limited (400 units worldwide) version of 2007 model year Continental GT Mulliner Driving Specification, commemorating Crewe factory's 60th anniversary. It included carbon-silicon carbide brakes (420x40mm cross-drilled front and 356x28mm rear), exclusive 9Jx20-inch 14-spoke alloy wheels, choice of 3 additional exclusive body colours (Moroccan Blue (bright blue), Anthracite (grey black) and Meteor (steel blue grey)), unique insignia to exterior, unique treadplates with text 'Celebrating 60 years of manufacturing in Crewe', choice of upgraded veneers (Dark Stained Burr Walnut or Piano Black (additional veneers available at extra cost)), drilled alloy sport foot pedals, gear lever finished in knurled chrome and hide, diamond quilted hide to seat facings, door and rear quarter panels; embroidered Bentley emblem to seat facings, indented hide headlining, Mulliner alloy fuel filler cap.[11]
GTC (2006-)
2010 Bentley Continental GTC with the top down.
2006 Bentley Continental GTC interior.
The convertible version of the Continental GT, the Continental GTC,[12] was first presented in September 2005, and was introduced to several world markets in the autumn of 2006. The roof is produced by Karmann in Osnabrück, Germany.
The GTC uses identical powertrain detail as the GT, and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometres per hour (0.0 to 62.1 mph) in 5.1 seconds.[3] With the roof up, it will reach a top speed of 314 kilometres per hour (195.1 mph), and with the roof down 305 kilometres per hour (189.5 mph).[3]
The vehicle was unveiled in 2006 New York International Automobile Show.,[13] followed by C. de Salamanca in Seville.[14]
The vehicle went on sale in late 2006.[15]
2008 model year update, Continental GT Speed, Mulliner Driving Specification (2007-)
Changes to Continental GT include 35 kg (77 lb) reduction in kerb weight due primarily to optimisation of suspension and cooling system components, increased use of aluminium parts in suspension, revised Servotronic power steering gives improved feel and feedback, optional fade-resistant carbon ceramic brakes provide improved brake feel (only available on 20-inch wheels), new, more upright front grille and larger lower air intakes give improved airflow to aid engine cooling; chromed headlamp bezels, 2 new exterior paint colours (Cumbrian Green and Granite), 2 new leather hide colours (Newmarket Tan and Cumbrian Green), new low-friction dampers, new 'Sport Traction' mode for the Bosch 8.1 ESP system, Bentley 'B' brake pedal.
Mulliner Driving Specification includes drilled alloy sport foot-pedals, knurled chrome/hide gear lever, diamond quilted hide to seat facings, doors and rear quarter panels.
Continental GT Speed is a version of Continental GT with increased engine power to 610 PS (449 kW; 602 bhp) and 750 N·m (553 lb·ft), lowered ride height, uprated spring/damper settings and uprated anti-roll bars for improved agility and body control; unique 9.5Jx20-inch wheels with bespoke Pirelli P-Zero performance tyres, retuned speed-sensitive Servotronic system, solid-mounted front subframe and stiffer rear bushings; 'Dynamic' mode for the Bosch 8.1 ESP system, front grille and lower air intakes in dark-tinted chrome matrix, wider rifled sports exhaust tail pipes.
2008 model year vehicles also include price increase over previous models.[16]
The new Continental GT and GT Speed were available to order from August 2007.[17][18]
Continental GT Speed was unveiled in Laguna Village Polo 2007,[19] followed by 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Bentley GTZ (2008)
It is a version of Bentley Continental GT Speed with custom body produced in association with coachbuilder Zagato, with technical partners Coventry Prototype Panels, DELVIS GmbH, PPG. The project was conceived during a discussion between Bentley Motors Limited CEO Dr. Ing. Franz Josef Paefgen and Dr. Andrea Zagato, President of Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours D'Elegance in 2006.
The vehicle was unveiled in the 2008 Geneva Motor Show.[21][22][23]
2009 Continental GTC update, GTC Speed, Mulliner Driving Specification (2009-)
2009 Bentley Continental GTC Speed
Changes to Continental GTC include new more upright front grille, larger lower air intake, chrome headlamp bezels, retuned Servotronic power steering for improved feedback and feel, new optional Follow-to-stop, radar–based Adaptive Cruise Control, optional carbon ceramic brakes with 420 mm front and 356 mm rear discs and eight-piston callipers (only available with 20 - inch wheels), 2 new exterior colours (Aquamarine, Blue Crystal), new interior colour (Aquamarine).
Mulliner Driving Specification includes choice of 3 standard veneers (Burr Walnut, Dark Stained Burr Walnut, Piano Black, drilled alloy sport foot-pedals, gear lever finished in knurled chrome and hide, diamond quilted hide to seat facings, doors and rear quarter panels; embroidered Bentley emblem to seat facings, 20 inch 2-piece alloy sports wheels (GTC only) or 20 inch multi-spoke alloy wheels in Dark Tint painted finish (GTC Speed only)
Continental GTC Speed is based on Continental GTC with Mulliner Driving Specification, with engine from Continental GT Speed, radiator and lower air intake grilles with a dark tinted matrix, 9.5Jx20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, Bentley-bespoke Pirelli PZero tyres, lowered suspension by 10 mm at the front and 15 mm, wider twin-rifled exhaust tail pipes, a new boot-mounted lip spoiler.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2009 North American International Auto Show.Series 51 (2009-)
The Series 51 models include additional vehicle customisation options for Continental GT and GTC, such as use of non-indented hide for diamond quilting, contrast piping for the seats and doors as well as bespoke Series 51 treadplates. Other options include Dark and Bright 'Engine Spin' aluminium dashboard and centre console options, Amboyna veneer, colour matched overmats and boot carpets, 20-inch 14-spoke polished Diamond wheel with a dark centre cap, a signature '51' badge on the front wings, optional two-tone paint (with one colour running over the bonnet, roof and flowing down to the boot).
The vehicles (including a Continental GTC with Imperial Blue as a main and secondary hide, Linen seat and door inserts and Newmarket Tan as the accent colour) were unveiled in 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show,[26] followed by Continental GTC model in 2010 North American International Auto Show.[27]
Ordering of Series 51 models began from 1 September 2009.[28]
Supersports (2009-)
Bentley Continental Supersports coupe
In February 2009, Bentley announced limited production of the Bentley Continental Supersports. The car was unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show,[29] announced by Jay Leno, to be available in autumn 2009 worldwide, followed by FlexFuel-compatible models in North America by summer 2010.
The first Bentley capable of running on both petrol (gasoline) and biofuel (E85 ethanol), its 6.0 litre W12 engine was rated 630 PS (463 kW; 621 bhp) at 6,000 rpm and 800 N·m (590 lbf·ft) at 1,700-5,600 rpm - using either fuel. The car has 0 to 100 kilometres per hour (0.0 to 62.1 mph) acceleration of 3.7 seconds, 0 to 160 kilometres per hour (0.0 to 99.4 mph) acceleration of 8.9 seconds, top speed of 329 kilometres per hour (204.4 mph), making it the fastest and the most powerful production Bentley ever. The Supersports is already known as the best handling Bentley. Bentley says the supersports can deliver 1.29 g forces on a 300-foot (91 m) skid pad, as compared to its sibling the Continental GT speed which can perform up to .98 g forces on a 300-foot (91 m) skidpad.[30]
It includes a revised ZF 6HP26A tiptronic automatic with "Quickshift" system that reduces shift times by 50%, and enables double downshifts.[citation needed] The car uses a Torsen T-3 centre differential for the 40:60 rear-biased torque split for the four-wheel drive system. Other changes include revised Continuous Damping Control (CDC),[citation needed] 20-inch lightweight alloy wheels (with increased 25 mm (1.0 in) offset on rear wheels) with 275/35 ZR20 Pirelli Ultra High Performance tires, advanced Bosch Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with switchable Dynamic Mode, Carbon fibre-reinforced Silicon Carbide (C/SiC) ceramic disc brakes (the largest and most powerful brakes ever fitted to a production car),[citation needed] 110 kilograms (243 lb) weight saving over Continental GT Speed, automatic retractable spoiler (deploys at 80 km/h (50 mph)).[citation needed]
US model has MSRP of approximately $270,000, with early vehicles not having E85 capability, which would be available in summer of 2010 for US market.[31]
Supersports Convertible (2010-)
Bentley Continental Supersports convertible, Australia
It is a convertible version of Continental Supersports coupe with a revised version of the ZF 6HP26 transmission with "Quickshift," cutting shift times by 50% and enabling double downshifts. The convertible also gets new, lightweight 20-inch alloy wheels that are 22 lb (10.0 kg) lighter than the standard wheel.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2010 Geneva Motor Show.
US model went on sale in Summer of 2010 for $280,400.
Continental GTC, GTC Speed 80-11 Editions (2010-)
The 80-11 models are limited (80 units per model) versions of Continental GTC and GTC Speed for North American market, with 20-inch 14-spoke alloy diamond wheels polished with unique black center caps featuring Bentley 'B' emblem (GTC) or 20-inch wheels from Supersports finished in dark tint with red brake calipers (GTC Speed), Union Jack brightware badges on front fenders, exclusive Midnight body colour option, Dark Grey Metallic soft top and the Mulliner fuel-filler cap as standard, Beluga main leather hide with white (GTC) or Pillar Box Red (GTC Speed) contrast stitching and piping and Bentley emblems, Piano Black veneers, engine-turned aluminum with bright (GTC) or dark (GTC Speed) finish, drilled alloy sport foot pedals, treadplates and a badge on the console with the '80-11 Edition' signature.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2010 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, and arrived at Bentley dealers in the Autumn of 2010 as 2011 model year vehicles.
It is a version of Bentley Continental GT Speed with custom body produced in association with coachbuilder Zagato, with technical partners Coventry Prototype Panels, DELVIS GmbH, PPG. The project was conceived during a discussion between Bentley Motors Limited CEO Dr. Ing. Franz Josef Paefgen and Dr. Andrea Zagato, President of Zagato at the Pebble Beach Concours D'Elegance in 2006.
The vehicle was unveiled in the 2008 Geneva Motor Show.[21][22][23]
2009 Continental GTC update, GTC Speed, Mulliner Driving Specification (2009-)
2009 Bentley Continental GTC Speed
Changes to Continental GTC include new more upright front grille, larger lower air intake, chrome headlamp bezels, retuned Servotronic power steering for improved feedback and feel, new optional Follow-to-stop, radar–based Adaptive Cruise Control, optional carbon ceramic brakes with 420 mm front and 356 mm rear discs and eight-piston callipers (only available with 20 - inch wheels), 2 new exterior colours (Aquamarine, Blue Crystal), new interior colour (Aquamarine).
Mulliner Driving Specification includes choice of 3 standard veneers (Burr Walnut, Dark Stained Burr Walnut, Piano Black, drilled alloy sport foot-pedals, gear lever finished in knurled chrome and hide, diamond quilted hide to seat facings, doors and rear quarter panels; embroidered Bentley emblem to seat facings, 20 inch 2-piece alloy sports wheels (GTC only) or 20 inch multi-spoke alloy wheels in Dark Tint painted finish (GTC Speed only)
Continental GTC Speed is based on Continental GTC with Mulliner Driving Specification, with engine from Continental GT Speed, radiator and lower air intake grilles with a dark tinted matrix, 9.5Jx20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, Bentley-bespoke Pirelli PZero tyres, lowered suspension by 10 mm at the front and 15 mm, wider twin-rifled exhaust tail pipes, a new boot-mounted lip spoiler.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2009 North American International Auto Show.Series 51 (2009-)
The Series 51 models include additional vehicle customisation options for Continental GT and GTC, such as use of non-indented hide for diamond quilting, contrast piping for the seats and doors as well as bespoke Series 51 treadplates. Other options include Dark and Bright 'Engine Spin' aluminium dashboard and centre console options, Amboyna veneer, colour matched overmats and boot carpets, 20-inch 14-spoke polished Diamond wheel with a dark centre cap, a signature '51' badge on the front wings, optional two-tone paint (with one colour running over the bonnet, roof and flowing down to the boot).
The vehicles (including a Continental GTC with Imperial Blue as a main and secondary hide, Linen seat and door inserts and Newmarket Tan as the accent colour) were unveiled in 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show,[26] followed by Continental GTC model in 2010 North American International Auto Show.[27]
Ordering of Series 51 models began from 1 September 2009.[28]
Supersports (2009-)
Bentley Continental Supersports coupe
In February 2009, Bentley announced limited production of the Bentley Continental Supersports. The car was unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show,[29] announced by Jay Leno, to be available in autumn 2009 worldwide, followed by FlexFuel-compatible models in North America by summer 2010.
The first Bentley capable of running on both petrol (gasoline) and biofuel (E85 ethanol), its 6.0 litre W12 engine was rated 630 PS (463 kW; 621 bhp) at 6,000 rpm and 800 N·m (590 lbf·ft) at 1,700-5,600 rpm - using either fuel. The car has 0 to 100 kilometres per hour (0.0 to 62.1 mph) acceleration of 3.7 seconds, 0 to 160 kilometres per hour (0.0 to 99.4 mph) acceleration of 8.9 seconds, top speed of 329 kilometres per hour (204.4 mph), making it the fastest and the most powerful production Bentley ever. The Supersports is already known as the best handling Bentley. Bentley says the supersports can deliver 1.29 g forces on a 300-foot (91 m) skid pad, as compared to its sibling the Continental GT speed which can perform up to .98 g forces on a 300-foot (91 m) skidpad.[30]
It includes a revised ZF 6HP26A tiptronic automatic with "Quickshift" system that reduces shift times by 50%, and enables double downshifts.[citation needed] The car uses a Torsen T-3 centre differential for the 40:60 rear-biased torque split for the four-wheel drive system. Other changes include revised Continuous Damping Control (CDC),[citation needed] 20-inch lightweight alloy wheels (with increased 25 mm (1.0 in) offset on rear wheels) with 275/35 ZR20 Pirelli Ultra High Performance tires, advanced Bosch Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with switchable Dynamic Mode, Carbon fibre-reinforced Silicon Carbide (C/SiC) ceramic disc brakes (the largest and most powerful brakes ever fitted to a production car),[citation needed] 110 kilograms (243 lb) weight saving over Continental GT Speed, automatic retractable spoiler (deploys at 80 km/h (50 mph)).[citation needed]
US model has MSRP of approximately $270,000, with early vehicles not having E85 capability, which would be available in summer of 2010 for US market.[31]
Supersports Convertible (2010-)
Bentley Continental Supersports convertible, Australia
It is a convertible version of Continental Supersports coupe with a revised version of the ZF 6HP26 transmission with "Quickshift," cutting shift times by 50% and enabling double downshifts. The convertible also gets new, lightweight 20-inch alloy wheels that are 22 lb (10.0 kg) lighter than the standard wheel.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2010 Geneva Motor Show.
US model went on sale in Summer of 2010 for $280,400.
Continental GTC, GTC Speed 80-11 Editions (2010-)
The 80-11 models are limited (80 units per model) versions of Continental GTC and GTC Speed for North American market, with 20-inch 14-spoke alloy diamond wheels polished with unique black center caps featuring Bentley 'B' emblem (GTC) or 20-inch wheels from Supersports finished in dark tint with red brake calipers (GTC Speed), Union Jack brightware badges on front fenders, exclusive Midnight body colour option, Dark Grey Metallic soft top and the Mulliner fuel-filler cap as standard, Beluga main leather hide with white (GTC) or Pillar Box Red (GTC Speed) contrast stitching and piping and Bentley emblems, Piano Black veneers, engine-turned aluminum with bright (GTC) or dark (GTC Speed) finish, drilled alloy sport foot pedals, treadplates and a badge on the console with the '80-11 Edition' signature.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2010 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, and arrived at Bentley dealers in the Autumn of 2010 as 2011 model year vehicles.
Continental GT Design Series China (2010-)
It is a version of Continental GT in China market, with three-tone interior that blends a main leather hide colour with accent and insert colours, choice of Orange and Magenta accent colours, choice of Orange Flame and Magenta Metallic body colours, Piano Black and dark-stained Burr Walnut veneer (optional Amboyna), exterior wing badge, treadplate and name badge positioned on the centre console with 'Design Series China' signature.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2010 Auto China Motor Show in Beijing. Supersports Convertible ISR (2011-)
2012 Supersports ISR
Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible ISR (Ice Speed Record) is a limited (100 units) version of Bentley Continental Supersports convertible, commemorating Bentley's world ice speed record set by Finland's four-time world rally champion Juha Kankkunen. It includes a W12 engine rated at 640 PS (471 kW; 631 bhp), Quickshift six-speed automatic transmission, 420 mm front and 356 mm rear diameter carbon ceramic brake discs with eight-piston front calipers, three body colours (Beluga, Quartzite, Arctica White) with Dark Grey Metallic soft top in three-ply composite construction, 20-inch 10-spoke Supersports wheels in dark tint. The interior has leather upholstery, diamond-quilted Alcantara to doors and quarter panels and seat facings, 'soft-grip' leather on the steering wheel and gear lever, high-gloss carbon fibre on the dashboard and console and roof panel with unique red weave, Pillar Box red piping to seats and doors, Pillar Box Red contrast stitching to seats, door casings, steering wheel and gearshift paddles; front seats and floor mats with embroidered 'Supersports' legends, and a Breitling dashboard clock with red accent.
It is a version of Continental GT in China market, with three-tone interior that blends a main leather hide colour with accent and insert colours, choice of Orange and Magenta accent colours, choice of Orange Flame and Magenta Metallic body colours, Piano Black and dark-stained Burr Walnut veneer (optional Amboyna), exterior wing badge, treadplate and name badge positioned on the centre console with 'Design Series China' signature.
The vehicle was unveiled in 2010 Auto China Motor Show in Beijing. Supersports Convertible ISR (2011-)
2012 Supersports ISR
Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible ISR (Ice Speed Record) is a limited (100 units) version of Bentley Continental Supersports convertible, commemorating Bentley's world ice speed record set by Finland's four-time world rally champion Juha Kankkunen. It includes a W12 engine rated at 640 PS (471 kW; 631 bhp), Quickshift six-speed automatic transmission, 420 mm front and 356 mm rear diameter carbon ceramic brake discs with eight-piston front calipers, three body colours (Beluga, Quartzite, Arctica White) with Dark Grey Metallic soft top in three-ply composite construction, 20-inch 10-spoke Supersports wheels in dark tint. The interior has leather upholstery, diamond-quilted Alcantara to doors and quarter panels and seat facings, 'soft-grip' leather on the steering wheel and gear lever, high-gloss carbon fibre on the dashboard and console and roof panel with unique red weave, Pillar Box red piping to seats and doors, Pillar Box Red contrast stitching to seats, door casings, steering wheel and gearshift paddles; front seats and floor mats with embroidered 'Supersports' legends, and a Breitling dashboard clock with red accent.
