BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GTC SPEED

The Continental GT Speed is the second most powerful production motor car Bentley have ever produced and was first to top 200mph (322km/h). A potent addition to the company’s highly successful Continental series, the GT Speed extends the appeal of the Continental GT coupe to driving enthusiasts who place a high value on outright performance and agile handling, the GT Speed is the harder-edged, more sporting driving experience of the two models, attained through the enhanced chassis.

The exterior style of the Continental GT Speed includes the elegant lines of the Continental GT Coupe but is defined by a wider, lower air intake and more upright radiator grille that provides increased airflow. Its 600bhp (610PS) W12 engine develops 15 percent more torque and nine percent more power than the standard Continental GT, while engine efficiency is optimised by the use of lower friction, lighter-weight components and a new engine management system. The resultant performance is exceptional, with a top speed of 202mph (326km/h), a zero to 60mph sprint time of just 4.3 seconds (0-100km/h in 4.5s) and effortless overtaking capability.

Complementing the Continental GT Speed’s high performance is its unique chassis tune that delivers tauter handling and improved agility, with new, wider 9.5J 20-inch wheels and bespoke performance tyres as standard fitment. Fade-resistant carbon ceramic brakes are available as an option. Subtle design touches, including a dark-tinted front grille and larger sports tailpipes, reinforce the sporting character. The advanced electronic stability programme (ESP) has also been prated to ESP 8.1 for both models. Furthermore, both are equipped with the largest brakes of any production passenger car on sale today. The ventilated front discs have a 405mm diameter and are 36mm thick. The Continental GT Speed also offers a new 'Dynamic Mode' that allows increased wheel slip at higher speeds than the 'Sport Traction' mode on the standard chassis. Torque is reinstated more quickly after the traction control system is triggered, giving the spirited driver a greater sense of control and the ability to exploit the full potential of the new engine.

Continental GT Speed Summary:

• The second most powerful Bentley production car, its highly efficient W12 engine delivers 600bhp (610PS/449kW) and 553lb ft (750Nm):
• A nine percent increase in power and 15 percent increase in torque.
• Top speed of 202mph (326km/h).
• 0-60mph in 4.3 seconds (0-100km/h in 4.5s).
• 0-100mph in 10.3 seconds (0-160km/h in 10.2s).
• Effortless overtaking performance: 50-70mph in just 2.3 seconds (80-120km/h in 3.0s).
• CO2 emissions reduced by 3.5 percent to 396 g/km, with a similar reduction in fuel consumption as a result of improved engine efficiency.
• Harder-edged, more sporting driving experience through enhanced chassis:
• Lowered ride height, uprated spring/damper settings and uprated anti-roll bars for improved agility and body control.
• New levels of road holding thanks to superior grip from unique 9.5Jx20 wheels with bespoke Pirelli P-Zero performance tyres.
• Improved steering response achieved through retuned speed-sensitive Servotronic system, solid-mounted front subframe and stiffer rear bushings.
• ‘Dynamic’ mode introduced on the uprated Bosch 8.1 ESP system with more progressive intervention to cater for the more spirited driver.

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