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Bentley Continental GTC II V8 4.0 (500 Hp)
Overall Rating
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 II Overview:
Bentley Continental (GTC II). With 660 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2470 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 5 s). The top speed reaches 301 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
V8 4.0 (500 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The entry-level V8 still provides strong performance, feeling lighter and more nimble than its W12 counterparts, with a satisfying V8 growl.
Fuel Economy
The most fuel-efficient option in the lineup, making it a more practical choice for those who prioritize lower running costs without compromising on luxury.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and interior craftsmanship
- • Powerful and refined engine options (W12 and V8)
- • Exceptional ride comfort, even with large wheels
- • Strong road presence and timeless design
- • High-quality materials throughout the cabin
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption, especially for W12 models
- • Heavy curb weight impacts agility despite powerful engines
- • High purchase price and significant depreciation
- • Expensive maintenance and running costs
- • Limited practicality due to two-door convertible body style
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GT II: 2011 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bentley |
| Model: | Continental |
| Generation: | GTC II |
| Modification (Engine): | V8 4.0 (500 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 500 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 125.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 660 Nm @ 1700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CMMC, CYCB More details about the engine CMMC, CYCB |
| Engine displacement: | 3993 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Coolant: | 18.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 301 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.9 kg/Hp, 202.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.7 kg/Nm, 267.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2470 |
| Max. weight: | 2900 |
| Max load: | 430 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4806 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1944 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1403 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2746 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1664 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1655 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| 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 |
| Tires size | 275/40 ZR20; 275/35 ZR21 |
| Wheel rims size | 20; 21 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent on trapezoidal lever |
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