Bentley Continental GT Speed, with a 650hp W12 engine, revealed
What's the story
British automaker Bentley has revealed its Continental GT Speed coupe. It will go on sale later this year.
As for the highlights, the premium four-wheeler sports cosmetic updates inside-out and comes with new features. It draws power from a 650hp, 6.0-liter twin-turbo W12 engine and can sprint from 0-100km/h in just 3.5 seconds.
Here are more details.
Exteriors
The car sports a large blacked-out grille
The Bentley Continental GT Speed has an aggressive look, wearing a Dark Tint finish on the front grille, air vents, and side sills. The front bumper has a chromed 'Speed' badging.
The two-door sedan also features rounded headlights, sleek ORVMs, sharp body lines, dark tint/gloss black wheel arches, and 22-inch wheels.
Eye-shaped taillamps and dual exhaust tips are available on the rear.
Interiors
The vehicle has a feature-packed, 4-seater cabin
Bentley Continental GT Speed has a luxurious 4-seater cabin, offering a dual-tone leather and Alcantara treatment on the seats, dashboard, and the steering wheel. An optional dark-tinted aluminium insert is available on the center console.
It houses the brand's iconic rotating center display with Bluetooth support.
For the passengers' safety, multiple airbags, traction control, a rear-view camera, and crash sensors are available.
Performance
It runs on a 650hp, W12 engine
Bentley Continental GT Speed draws power from a 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged W12 engine that generates 650hp of power and 900Nm of torque. The mill is linked to an 8-speed DCT gearbox.
The car sprints from 0-100km/h in 3.5 seconds and has a top-speed of 335km/h. It also comes with Electronic All-Wheel Steering, Bentley Dynamic Ride, and a limited-slip differential for improved performance.
Information
Bentley Continental GT Speed: Pricing and availability
In the US, the Bentley Continental GT Speed will be up for grabs later in 2021. As for the pocket-pinch, it should carry some premium over the traditional GT model which begins at $202,500 (approximately Rs. 1.47 crore).