- The Bentley Continental GT Velocity and Continental GTC Velocity Convertible acquired refreshes
- Bentley dropped the outgoing W-12 engine in favor of a V-8 plug-in hybrid for the flagship variants
- Bentley hasn’t stated when the up to date Continental GT lineup will arrive within the U.S.
Bentley launched into a brand new period Tuesday with the reveal of up to date variations of the Continental GT Velocity and Continental GTC Velocity convertible.
The refreshed flagships of the Continental GT vary are the primary variants to obtain Bentley’s new V-8 plug-in hybrid powertrain, which replaces the automaker’s venerable twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W-12.
The W-12 was first used within the authentic Continental GT greater than 20 years in the past, and ceases manufacturing this summer season. Bentley launched the coachbuilt Batur and Batur Convertible fashions to have a good time the engine’s run.
Its substitute, often called the Extremely Efficiency Hybrid powertrain, delivers 771 hp within the Continental GT Velocity, which is 31 hp greater than the W-12 made in its most potent specification. The hybrid setup consists of a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 paired with a single electrical motor. The electrical motor is built-in with an 8-speed dual-clutch computerized transmission which directs the drive torque to all 4 wheels through an all-wheel-drive system with an digital limited-slip differential.
Bentley Extremely Efficiency Hybrid powertrain
The V-8 delivers 592 hp on its whereas the electrical motor has its personal 187-hp score. A 25.9-kwh battery mounted behind the rear axle (for improved weight distribution) makes a small electrical vary attainable. Bentley quotes 50 miles on the WLTP take a look at cycle used abroad, although a smaller determine would outcome utilizing the stricter EPA cycle.
Efficiency quotes for the coupe embody a 0-60 mph time of three.1 seconds and a high velocity of 208 mph. The convertible wants 3.2 seconds to succeed in 60 mph and has a high velocity capped at 177 mph.
To reinforce the experience and dealing with, Bentley installs an digital anti-roll system, rear-wheel steering, and suspension with new twin chamber air springs and dual-valve dampers. The dampers allow adjustment of each rebound and compression, leading to a wider bandwidth between consolation and dealing with management.
Stopping energy comes from a brake system with 10-piston calipers up entrance and four-piston calipers on the rear. Iron rotors are normal however consumers can go for carbon-silicon-carbide rotors measuring as much as 17.3 inches in diameter.
New Bentley Continental GT Velocity
New Bentley Continental GT Velocity
New Bentley Continental GT Velocity
Modifications to the outside styling complement the brand new mechanical bits. New single-element matrix LED headlights just like these used on the Bacalar coachbuilt speedster exchange the outgoing mannequin’s dual-element lights. The oval taillights have additionally been made longer and slimmer and have new jewel-like detailing, and a ducktail-like spoiler on the trunk lid negates the necessity for an extendable spoiler, Bentley stated.
Inside, Bentley has left the spectacular design of the outgoing mannequin’s cabin comparatively untouched. As an alternative, the automaker has refined particulars like introducing new precision quilt patterns for the trim on the seats and doorways, together with fading perforations and three-dimensional surfaces.
Darkish chrome can be ordered as an alternative of the same old brightwork, and consumers may also go for so-called wellness seats that assist with posture and temperature to cut back fatigue ranges on lengthy journeys. Bentley’s distinctive rotating show remains to be current, with the driving force in a position to change between a 12.3-inch infotainment display, a trio of dials, or an unbroken sprint panel on the change of a button.
Availability and pricing for the up to date Continental GT Velocity and Continental GTC Velocity convertible within the U.S. will likely be introduced at a later date. Bentley can be but to disclose particulars on further deliberate variants within the up to date Continental GT vary.
