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Bentley Continental GTC III Speed 6.0 TSI W12 (659 Hp) AWD DCT
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Bentley Continental:
The Bentley Continental GT is a grand touring car manufactured and marketed by the British company Bentley Motors since 2003. The Continental GT is offered as a two-door coupé or convertible, with four seats. It was the first new Bentley released after the company's acquisition by Volkswagen AG in 1998, and the first Bentley to employ mass production manufacturing techniques. It was later joined by the Bentley Continental Flying Spur, a four-door saloon car variant.
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 smaller, more affordable Bentley, 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 200–300 units a year. The Concept Java never went 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....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GTC III Overview:
Bentley Continental (GTC III). With 900 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2436 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.7 s). The top speed reaches 335 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Speed 6.0 TSI W12 (659 Hp) AWD DCT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The ultimate expression of power and refinement, offering breathtaking acceleration and effortless high-speed cruising with its formidable W12 engine.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is significant, as expected for a high-performance W12, prioritizing prodigious power over efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and craftsmanship in its class
- • Exceptional performance from all engine options
- • Superb ride comfort and refinement, even with large wheels
- • Distinctive and elegant design with strong road presence
- • Advanced technology and driver aids for a seamless experience
Cons:
- • Very high purchase price and significant running costs
- • Substantial fuel consumption, particularly for W12 models
- • Limited practicality with a relatively small boot for a grand tourer
- • Heavy vehicle, impacting ultimate agility compared to lighter sports cars
- • High depreciation typical of ultra-luxury vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GTC III: March, 2019 - March, 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bentley |
| Model: | Continental |
| Generation: | GTC III |
| Modification (Engine): | Speed 6.0 TSI W12 (659 Hp) AWD DCT |
| Start of production: | March, 2021 |
| End of production: | June, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 659 Hp @ 5000-6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 110.8 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 900 Nm @ 1500-5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DDBA More details about the engine DDBA |
| Engine displacement: | 5950 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | W-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 10.7 l |
| Coolant: | 14.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 335 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.7 kg/Hp, 270.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 369.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2436 |
| Max. weight: | 2865 |
| Max load: | 429 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 235 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4850 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2187 mm [233mm more] |
| Height: | 1399 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2849 mm [2mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2187 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DCT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 420x40 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 380x30 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 22 |
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