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Bentley Continental GT Speed 6.0i W12 48V Twin Turbo (610 Hp)
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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)
GT Overview:
Bentley Continental (GT). With 750 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2350 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 4.5 s). The top speed reaches 326 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Bentley Continental GT generation (2003-2010) was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. As a high-end luxury vehicle, it was not typically subjected to these public safety assessments.
Speed 6.0i W12 48V Twin Turbo (610 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 'Speed' variant elevates performance with an additional 50 hp, offering even more exhilarating acceleration (0-100km/h in 4.5s) and a sharper, more dynamic feel while retaining the W12's characteristic smoothness.
Fuel Economy
Despite the power increase, fuel economy sees a marginal improvement to 16.6 l/100 km, though it remains a significant consideration for running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and craftsmanship
- • Immense, smooth W12 power delivery
- • Sophisticated all-wheel-drive system
- • Timeless, elegant design
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement
Cons:
- • Very high running and maintenance costs
- • Significant depreciation from new
- • Heavy curb weight impacts agility
- • Limited rear passenger space for a 4-seater
- • Complex W12 engine can be expensive to repair
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GTC: 2006 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bentley |
| Model: | Continental |
| Generation: | GT |
| Modification (Engine): | Speed 6.0i W12 48V Twin Turbo (610 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 610 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 101.7 Hp/l [3mm less] |
| Torque: | 750 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BWRA More details about the engine BWRA |
| Engine displacement: | 5998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | W-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 12.5 l |
| Coolant: | 19 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.2 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 25.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 16.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 326 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.9 kg/Hp, 259.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.1 kg/Nm, 319.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2350 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 370 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4804 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Width: | 1916 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Height: | 1380 mm mm [18mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2745 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1623 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1607 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 275/35 R20 |
| Front suspension | Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Air suspension |
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