For Crewe's design and engineering teams, the new Continental GT coupe is an opportunity to set a bold and exciting direction for one of Bentley's most revered names - the Continental. The new Continental GT 4-seat coupe builds on the success of its iconic predecessor, capturing that GT spirit but with even higher standards of design, engineering, luxury, craftsmanship, dynamic performance, everyday practicality and refinement A beautifully sculptured new body gives the Continental GT coupe an even crisper, more defined appearance. The contemporary interior offers new levels of cabin design, comfort and hand-crafted luxury. The seats, for example, provide even greater support and rear leg-room; a sweeping dashboard even more style and modernity. The new touchscreen infotainment system features state-of-the-art navigation, Google Maps and entertainment while the latest Balanced Mode Radiator speaker technology and Dirac Dimensions digital sound processing deliver enhanced audio quality.
Bentley Continental GT's acclaimed 6-liter, 12-cylinder, twin-turbocharged powertrain now has a raised power output of 567 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque and this is mated to a new Quickshift transmission which enables double downshifts. Thanks to advanced FlexFuel technology it can also run on both standard unleaded petrol (gasoline) and sustainable bioethanol (up to E85) or any mix of the two.
In late 2011 an all-new, high-output 8-cylinder engine will also be available to order. This advanced power unit will deliver a 40 percent reduction in emissions compared with the W12 engine and will offer a class-leading CO2 emissions-to-power ratio with Bentley levels of performance and refinement.
Both engines are coupled to an all-wheel drive system with a sporty 40:60 rear-torque bias (compared with the 50:50 bias of the original Continental GT), minimizing understeer during hard cornering and allowing the experienced driver to control the car's line and balance via precise throttle control.
"The new Continental GT is an automotive work of art, with superb craftsmanship and elegant, contemporary design. It drives like a supercar, but without the usual sacrifices in ride or practicality. It is a car that you can enjoy every moment of every day," said Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen, Chairman and Chief Executive of Bentley.
Continental GT's Exterior Exudes Quality and Design Integrity
Inspired by the iconic Bentleys of the past, Bentley's design team under the leadership of Director of Design, Dirk van Braeckel, has created a thoroughly modern, sculptured body, built with advanced production technologies to ensure the highest standards of quality and body integrity.
| Specifications | |
| Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive | |
| Powertrain | |
| Type | W12, Twin-Turbo |
| Displacement | 366 cu in (5998 cc) |
| Power | 567 hp @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 lb-ft @ 1700 RPM |
| Redline | n/a |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Automatic |
| Brakes & Tires | |
| Brakes Front - Rear | Ventilated Disc - Ventilated Disc |
| Tire Size Front - Rear | 275/40 ZR20 (Std.) |
| 275/35 ZR21 (Opt.) | |
| Exterior Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 189.2 in |
| Width | 76.5 in |
| Height | 55.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 5115 lbs |
| Performance | |
| 0-60 | 4.4 s |
| 1/4 Mile | n/a |
| 60-0 Braking | n/a |
| Top Speed | 198 mph |
| Fuel Economy | |
| EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway | 12/19 mpg |
| Origin & Price | |
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Base Retail Price (MSRP) | $189,900 |
