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Bentley Continental GTC 6.0 i W12 48V (560 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)
GTC Overview:
Bentley Continental (GTC). With 650 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2495 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 5.1 s). The top speed reaches 314 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Bentley Continental GTC was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. However, as a high-end luxury vehicle, it featured robust construction and advanced safety systems for its era, including multiple airbags and stability control, prioritizing occupant protection.
6.0 i W12 48V (560 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 6.0L Twin-Turbo W12 engine delivers breathtaking performance, propelling the heavy GTC with effortless power and a top speed of 314 km/h, making it a true grand tourer.
Fuel Economy
As expected from a large W12, fuel economy is a significant drawback, especially in urban driving where it consumes 27.4 l/100 km. Extra-urban figures are more manageable but still high.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional luxury and craftsmanship
- • Immense W12 engine power and smooth delivery
- • Superb ride comfort for long journeys
- • Exclusive and prestigious brand image
- • High-quality interior materials and finish
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption
- • Expensive maintenance and running costs
- • Significant depreciation from new
- • Large size can be challenging in city driving
- • Complex W12 engine can lead to costly repairs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Flying Spur: 2005 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bentley |
| Model: | Continental |
| Generation: | GTC |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.0 i W12 48V (560 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 560 Hp @ 6100 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 93.4 Hp/l [500mm less] |
| Torque: | 650 Nm @ 1650 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BEB, BWRA More details about the engine BEB, 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: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 12.5 l |
| Coolant: | 19 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.2 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 27.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 314 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.5 kg/Hp, 224.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.8 kg/Nm, 260.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2495 |
| Max. weight: | 2910 |
| Max load: | 415 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 235 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4807 mm [500mm less] |
| Width: | 1918 mm [19mm less] |
| Height: | 1398 mm [81mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2745 mm [320mm less] |
| Front track: | 1623 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1607 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 275/40 R19 |
| Front suspension | Hydro-pneumatic element |
| Rear suspension | Hydro-pneumatic element |
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