Bentley Continental GT Speed e GTC Speed 2021

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6.0 W12 portato a 659 cv e 900 Nm per la nuova Conti GT Speed!

Lo 0-100 km/h viene compiuto in 3,5 sec (3,7 per la cabrio), ha tutte e quattro le ruote sterzanti come la Flying Spur, freni carboceramici.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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THE MOST DYNAMIC BENTLEY ROAD CAR IN HISTORY: THE NEW CONTINENTAL GT SPEED

• The Continental GT Speed is the most capable, performance-focused Bentley ever – with no compromise to comfort or luxury
• Highly advanced chassis – with four new technologies -  increases sporting ability yet maintains ride comfort
• All-wheel steering and electronic rear differential enhance vehicle agility and stability
• Newly-engineered carbon ceramic brakes for incredible stopping power
• Revised version of renowned 6.0-litre W12 TSI engine delivers 
• 659 PS (650 bhp) and 900 Nm (664 lb.ft)
• 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds (0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds); top speed 208 mph (335 km/h)
• More purposeful styling matches Continental GT Speed’s performance credentials to create extraordinary journeys
• Unique exterior detailing includes 22” Speed wheels and sports sills
• Unique Speed interior trimmed in hide and Alcantara with 15 colours and 11 further combinations
• Introduction of new Dark Tint Engine Turned Aluminium optional technical finish to the centre console
• Designed, engineered, developed and exquisitely handcrafted at Bentley’s carbon neutral luxury automotive factory

 

(Crewe, 23 March 2021) Bentley Motors today releases details of the new Continental GT Speed – the most dynamic road car in Bentley’s 101 year history and ultimate performance-focused interpretation of the world’s benchmark luxury Grand Tourer.

 

Designed, engineered, developed and handcrafted in Bentley’s carbon neutral luxury automotive factory, this new third-generation model builds on a long tradition of Speed variants. Originally introduced with the highly-acclaimed, first generation Continental GT Speed in 2007 – itself inspired by the 3-Litre Speed models of the 1920s. The latest GT Speed continues the bloodline by representing the ultimate combination of luxury and performance in a Grand Touring package.

 

Dr. Matthias Rabe, Member of the Board for Engineering at Bentley Motors, comments:

 

“The new Continental GT Speed represents the very pinnacle of performance grand touring. This new model is the most powerful expression of Continental GT values, exciting and dynamic, with unique Speed detailing to enhance the ownership experience and offering customers more control over the character of the car.

 

“The world’s most luxurious Grand Tourer is now truly more capable than ever before, with a new sportier edge which will appeal to performance-focused drivers. The Speed is the latest chapter in the Continental GT story, helping Bentley customers to create their own extraordinary journeys.” 

 

New Chassis Technology – True Sporting Potential

 

The pinnacle performance Continental GT features advanced chassis technology harnessed specifically for the new model.  

 

New Electronic All-Wheel Steering enhances the dynamic nature of the Speed in BENTLEY and COMFORT driving modes. However, this is even more apparent in SPORT mode, as the steering combines with Bentley Dynamic Ride and an electronic limited slip differential for a level of agility unlike any other Bentley road car.

 

At low and medium speeds, the GT Speed’s rear wheels are steered in the opposite direction to the front wheels to aid a rapid change of direction, noticeably increasing the feeling of nimbleness. The steering feels sharper and with a quicker ratio, and a commensurate increase in steering feel provides even more driver confidence. At high speeds, the rear wheels steer in the same direction as the front, to improve stability. The system is significantly more active on the GT Speed than it is on the Flying Spur, where its primary purpose is a reduction in turning circle and enhanced high-speed stability.   

 

Featuring Active All-Wheel drive, the traction control and torque distribution has been recalibrated in all driver modes to provide a noticeable character shift relative to the standard Continental GT.

 

Maintaining Bentley’s philosophy of the vehicle feeling progressive and secure, yet still be dynamic, this approach rewards drivers of all abilities. To achieve this philosophy in BENTLEY and COMFORT mode, overall grip is balanced between the front and rear wheels, in SPORT this mode has been calibrated with a more rear-biased torque–split in all driving scenarios.

 

For the first time in a Bentley, the latest generation of the Continental GT Speed introduces the use of an electronic rear differential (eLSD).

 

Specifically tuned hand-in-hand with the traction control and active chassis systems, the eLSD provides increased lateral capacity, improved longitudinal stability, enhanced on-throttle adjustability and delivers better traction in adverse road conditions.

 

In BENTLEY and COMFORT mode this provides improved traction, provides a greater level of confidence for the driver and makes the vehicle feel more stable at high speeds. In SPORT mode, the eLSD has been tuned to balance on and off throttle adjustability, improved turn-in response and increased straight-line performance. The combined benefit means the Continental GT Speed is now more adjustable and more driver-focussed than ever before without compromising comfort or stability.

 

Improved cornering dynamics and the extra grip provided by the new systems allows the driver to exit any corner with an increased level of precision and confidence. In turn, the vehicle is able to extract the maximum performance from the available traction to deliver stunning acceleration and composure from the apex. In SPORT mode, the traction management system sends a greater proportion of power to the rear axle to allow for even greater on-throttle control of cornering line.

 

Working alongside these systems are the key chassis technologies that deliver body control and ride comfort with no compromise to one another – namely Bentley’s three-chamber active air suspension with adaptive damping, and Bentley Dynamic Ride – the 48V active anti-roll control system that Bentley pioneered on the Bentayga and third-generation Continental GT. This innovative system features powerful electric motors within each anti-roll bar to resist body roll. In their firmest setting, the motors can deliver 1300 Nm in 0.3 secs to counteract cornering forces and keep the body level.

 

Meanwhile, depending on the mode, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System allows the driver to experience an even greater level of freedom before the Speed’s safety systems intervene to correct any anomalies. With the ESC engaged, the car provides reassuring stability over uneven surfaces, abnormal cambers or in inclement weather conditions. When switched to Dynamic mode, the ESC extends the freedom of the driver, allowing the experienced pilot to set and alter the cornering stance of the car at their discretion. 

 

With the ESC switched off, the mechanical grip and inherent balance of the GT Speed comes to the fore, allowing a driver-focused experience previously only seen in Bentley’s racing machines. After utilising strong turn-in performance thanks to the All-Wheel Steering and eLSD, on track the driver can choose to balance throttle and steering to deliver effortless, progressive yaw angles.

 

To complement the extra capability of the chassis, a newly-engineered Carbon Ceramic brake system has been introduced as an option on the GT Speed. Carbon Silicon Carbide discs provide additional brake bite, with a strong, firm brake pedal feel and excellent brake fade resistance. Ten-piston front callipers and four-piston rears supply incredible braking force – needed when up to 10 MJ of energy are converted to heat in a full stop from top speed. The carbon ceramic material also saves over 33Kg of weight (all of it un-sprung mass) and produces extremely low levels of brake dust, helping to maintain the fresh look of the 22” unique Speed wheels.

 

Continental GT Speed – Thrilling Performance

 

The new GT Speed is the ultimate performance-focused expression of Bentley’s definitive Grand Tourer, yet maintains the luxury, comfort and usability of its siblings. It is equipped with an uprated version of Bentley’s renowned 6.0-litre W12 TSI engine, delivering 659 PS (650 bhp) – a 4 per cent increase of 24 PS over the current W12 model – whilst maintaining an extraordinary 900 Nm (664 lb.ft) of torque. With exceptional handling, this results in a top speed of 208 mph (335 km/h) and 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds (0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds), a reduction of 0.1 second.

 

Both engine and transmission have been deliberately calibrated to suit the car’s driver-focused credentials. This is most noticeable in SPORT mode, where the twin-turbocharged W12 has been tuned to keep the engine in the power band longer by up-shifting later, or downshifting earlier. This creates a more eager response to the driver’s throttle inputs.

 

The dual-clutch, eight-speed transmission shift is twice as fast in SPORT mode as in the standard W12 model, in keeping with the Speed’s ethos. This combines with a greater exhaust character during start-up and downshifts.

 

Not only does the Continental GT Speed offer impressive performance, to maximise efficiency the model benefits from Bentley’s Stop-Start technology where the engine rests not only when the vehicle is stationary, but also at near-to-stop speeds.

 

Bentley’s Variable Displacement system shuts down half of the engine’s 12 cylinders under certain conditions with the transitions between the two being imperceptible to the driver. Intake and exhaust valves, fuel injection and ignition are all shut down on defined cylinders, with the engine running as a six-cylinder for improved fuel efficiency.

 

Exterior Detail – GT Speed’s Statement of Intent

 

The muscular bodywork of the Continental GT has been amplified still further on the GT Speed. Unique exterior detailing complements a powerful, athletic stance, blending seamlessly with the effortless elegance inherent to the Continental GT.

 

Speed models add a Dark Tint radiator grille and lower bumper grille, as well as unique, more sculpted sports sills, a Dark Tint radiator matrix and discreet Speed badging in chrome on the front fender.

 

Another signature feature of the most potent version of the Continental GT is unique, 22” Speed wheels in bright silver, with the option of a dark tint or black gloss finish. “Jewel” versions of the fuel and oil filler caps are standard, while illuminated Bentley treadplates to both sills are a nod to the Speed’s performance credentials.

 

A Unique and Luxurious Cabin

 

The cabin of the new Continental GT Speed showcases Bentley’s expertise in creating the world’s finest automotive interiors. Handcrafted materials blend with unique trim and badging that are only available in the Speed and can be further personalised if desired.

 

The Continental GT Speed’s credentials are further highlighted by a unique duotone colour split handcrafted in hide and matching Alcantara, which is also applied to the steering wheel. The exterior badging is matched with an elegant Speed icon on the passenger fascia. 

 

The luxurious interior can be further personalised with a choice of 15 main and 11 secondary hide colours, as well as the use of leather in lieu of Alcantara for the Speed colour split. The centre console can be finished in new dark tint engine turned aluminium, bringing a geometrically perfect machined surface and a beautifully patterned finish.

 

Bentley’s Diamond in Diamond quilting is included as standard, and Speed embroidered headrests distinguish the cabin of the most potent Continental GT.

 

A range of veneers are available in GT Speed, starting with Piano Black veneer as standard. Customers can also choose Crown Cut Walnut, Dark Stained Burr Walnut and Dark Fiddleback Eucalyptus at no extra cost, with three open pore options (Dark Burr Walnut, Crown Cut Walnut and Koa) available as additional options.

 

As with all Continental GTs, the Speed offers four seats and exceptional grand touring luggage capacity of 358 litres. Packed with exquisite detail, a technologically advanced instrument panel and the acclaimed Bentley Rotating Display, the new driver-focused model widens the Continental GT’s performance credentials.

 

- ENDS – 

 

Notes to editors

Continental GT Speed is available to order in all markets, except mainland China, and is currently not available in EU27, UK, Switzerland, Israel, Ukraine, Norway, Turkey and Vietnam.

 

Bentley Motors is the most sought-after luxury car brand in the world. The company’s headquarters in Crewe is home to all of its operations including design, R&D, engineering, Mulliner and production of the company’s three model lines, Continental, Flying Spur, and Bentayga. The combination of fine craftsmanship, using skills that have been handed down through generations, alongside engineering expertise and cutting-edge technology is unique to UK luxury car brands such as Bentley. It is also an example of high-value British manufacturing at its best. Bentley employs around 4,000 people at Crewe.

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Continental GT Speed Convertible 

 

 

 

 

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CONTINENTAL GT SPEED CONVERTIBLE BREAKS COVER FOR SPRING

• Most driver-focused convertible of the Continental GT range
• Highly advanced chassis – with four new technologies – inspires confidence through increased grip and accuracy
• All-wheel steering and electronic rear differential enhance vehicle agility and stability
• New carbon ceramic brakes for incredible stopping power
• Revised version of renowned 6.0-litre W12 TSI engine delivers 659 PS (650 bhp) and 900 Nm (664 lb.ft)
• 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds (0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds); top speed 208 mph (335 km/h)
• Unique interior and exterior detailing includes badging, interior colour splits, forged 22” Speed wheels and sports sills
• New introduction of Dark Tint Engine Turned Aluminium optional technical finish to the centre console
• Seven roof colours available, including tweed
• Roof improvements deliver a convertible as quiet inside as the previous generation coupe

(Crewe, 13 April 2021) Bentley Motors has introduced a new flagship version of the ultimate, open-top Grand Tourer – the Continental GT Speed Convertible. The performance-orientated Speed model is the most powerful, driver-focused interpretation of the benchmark convertible Grand Tourer.

 

The third generation Continental GT Speed Convertible features an enhanced version of Bentley’s renowned 6.0-litre W12 TSI engine, delivering an outstanding and increased 659 PS (650 bhp), 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds (0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds) and a top speed of 208 mph (335 km/h). The new open-air Grand Tourer joins its coupe sibling – the Continental GT Speed, unveiled last month – at the pinnacle of the Continental family

 

Designed, handcrafted and engineered in Bentley’s carbon neutral luxury automotive factory, the new GT Speed Convertible offers enhanced chassis technology, including All-Wheel Steering, an electronic rear differential and the option of carbon ceramic brakes. This helps deliver superior vehicle agility and confidence without impacting on the Continental GT Convertible’s acclaimed ride comfort.

 

The Continental GT Speed Convertible is fitted with a tailored, ‘Z-fold’ roof that can be deployed or stowed in just 19 seconds, transforming it from a luxurious coupe to an open-top Grand Tourer at the touch of a button.

 

Distinguishing this Grand Tourer as a pinnacle performance model, the Continental GT Speed Convertible offers unique exterior and interior detailing, including Speed sport sills, dark tint grilles and Speed badging. Customers can also choose from three finishes to the unique 22” forged Speed wheels.

 

Inside a luxuriously-appointed cabin, the new Continental GT Convertible model includes Speed badging on the passenger fascia, an Alcantara steering wheel and a unique colour split trim in hide and Alcantara. 

 

Chris Craft, Member of the Board for Sales and Marketing at Bentley Motors, comments:

 

“The new Speed is the most driver-focused Continental GT Convertible available and unique in its ability to offer extremely refined, all-season open-top Grand Touring with the added edge of astonishing performance and dynamism.

 

“Combined with exquisite, handcrafted interior details, the Continental GT Speed Convertible exemplifies all Bentley knows about creating the world’s most stylish and elegant cars for roof-down motoring.”

 

New Technologically-Advanced Chassis

Cutting-edge chassis technology gives the third generation GT Speed Convertible unrivalled control and accuracy, and inspires confidence even further.

 

Maintaining Bentley’s philosophy of the vehicle feeling progressive and secure, yet still be dynamic, this approach rewards drivers of all abilities. To achieve this philosophy in BENTLEY and COMFORT mode, overall grip is balanced between the front and rear wheels, in SPORT this mode has been calibrated with a more rear-biased torque–split in all driving scenarios.

 

Improved cornering dynamics and the extra grip provided by the new systems allows the driver to exit any corner with an increased level of precision and confidence. In turn, the vehicle is able to extract the maximum performance from the available traction to deliver stunning acceleration and composure from the apex. In SPORT mode, the traction management system sends a greater proportion of power to the rear axle to allow for even greater on-throttle control of cornering line.

 

Working alongside these systems are the key chassis technologies that deliver body control and ride comfort with no compromise to one another – namely Bentley’s three-chamber active air suspension with adaptive damping, and Bentley Dynamic Ride – the 48V active anti-roll control system that Bentley pioneered on the Bentayga and third-generation Continental GT.  

 

This innovative system features powerful electric motors within each anti-roll bar to resist body roll. In their firmest setting, the motors can deliver 1300 Nm in 0.3 secs to counteract cornering forces and keep the body level.

 

A Carbon Ceramic Brake system has also been introduced as an option on the Speed. Using the high-performance material reduces the brake force required for high-speed deceleration and lowers the risk of brake fade.   

 

Featuring Active All-Wheel drive, the traction control and torque distribution has been recalibrated in all driver modes to provide a noticeable character shift relative to the standard Continental GT convertible.

 

Effortless Performance

The new Continental GT Speed Convertible combines high-performance with elegance and luxury. Power is supplied by an uprated version of Bentley’s imperious W12 TSI engine, delivering an outstanding 659 PS (650 bhp) – an increase of 24 PS – and a remarkable 900 Nm (664 lb.ft) of torque. Such power results in a 0-60 mph time of 3.6 seconds (0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds) and a top speed of 208 mph (335 km/h).

 

Handbuilt in Crewe, the 6.0-litre is the most advanced 12-cylinder engine in the world. Both engine and transmission have been recalibrated for the Speed to suit the car’s powerful credentials.  

 

This is most noticeable in SPORT driving mode, where the twin-turbocharged W12 has been tuned to keep the engine in the power band longer by up-shifting later, or downshifting earlier. This creates a more eager response to driver requirements.

 

The dual-clutch, eight-speed transmission shift is twice as fast in SPORT mode as in the standard W12 model, befitting a model that takes its place as the performance pinnacle of the Continental GT range. This combines with a greater exhaust character during start up and gear downshifts.

 

Muscular Exterior Design – Unique Speed Detailing

A statement of true sporting purpose, the new Continental GT Speed Convertible effortlessly blends style with performance intent. The bold presence of the world’s finest open-top Grand Tourer has been enhanced even further with unique detailing.

 

The Speed’s tailored convertible roof can be deployed or stowed in just 19 seconds, with the car travelling at speeds of up to 30 mph (50 km/h).  

 

Speed models add a Dark Tint radiator grille and lower bumper grille, combined with Speed sports sills, a Dark Tint radiator matrix and discreet Speed badging on the front fender.

 

Unique, 22” Speed wheels are offered in matching Dark Tint, with the choice of Bright Silver or Black Gloss finish. A Jewel Fuel and Oil Filler Cap, plus illuminated BENTLEY display to the outer treadplate are a nod to the Speed’s performance credentials.

 

Seven exterior roof colours are available, including a contemporary interpretation of traditional British tweed. Black, Blue, Claret and Grey are among the other options. Furthermore, eight interior roof liner finishes are offered, ranging from New Red to Magnolia.

 

The unique Z-fold convertible roof system is the most advanced of its kind. The roof, with its sealing system improvements and acoustic treatments, contributes to a three-decibel reduction in overall noise levels compared to its predecessor at typical cruising speeds. An entirely new combination of roof insulating materials and operating mechanism, combined with sealing system improvements and acoustic treatments, create a Convertible Grand Tourer that is as quiet as the previous generation Continental GT Coupe.

 

Exclusive Handcrafted Cabin

The Continental GT Speed Convertible’s luxurious interior offers unrivalled Grand Touring refinement blended with unique Speed detailing, fully revealed to the world when the roof is lowered. 

 

An Alcantara steering wheel and Speed insignia on the passenger fascia are complemented by a unique colour split trim in hide and Alcantara. Customers can further choose from 15 main and 11 secondary hide choices. 

 

Diamond in Diamond quilting and Speed embroidered headrests hint at the performance characteristics of the most potent Continental GT Convertible, while Mono Tone colour split with Alcantara/leather is a no cost option.

 

Piano Black veneer is standard in the Speed, with Crown Cut, Dark Stain Burr Walnut and Dark Fiddleback Eucalyptus offered as no cost options. Open pore Dark Stain Burr Walnut veneer, Crown Cut Walnut and Koa are also available.

 

Sports pedals and Speed treadplate plaques are fitted as standard, while customers can choose the optional Dark Tint, Engine Turned Aluminium console, or a leather alternative to the Speed colour split trim and the Speed Colour Specification.

 

A neckwarmer (which is both warmer and quieter than in the previous generation model), is seamlessly integrated into the heated and vented Comfort Seats, optimising efficiency and airflow around the electrically adjustable headrests. The styling highlight of the new neckwarmer is a chrome centre vane that stretches the full width of the duct, echoing Bentley’s famous ‘bullseye’ vents. Combined with a heated steering wheel and heated armrests, these s

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[ItalianBrands]

Bellissima, a parte i colori usati per gli interni... 

[Merak]

Dentro sembra un club BDSM tedesco (non chiedete)

[4200blu]

L'ultima possibilita per una Conti W12 nell Europa 😥

 

[ItalianBrands]

1 ora fa, 4200blu scrive:

L'ultima possibilita per una Conti W12 nell Europa 😥

 

Diciamo che è un po' inutile mettere un 12 cilindri su una bestia del genere; anche chiamandosi Speed, difficilmente verrà portata in pista. 

 

È più o meno lo stesso discorso che abbiamo affrontato nella discussione della nuova serie 7 dove a mio avviso, oggi si tratta di motori inutili data l'essenza del modello (a parte le emissioni) ma che prima hanno avuto tanto successo perché le dimensioni erano più contenute ed il peso minore. 

 

La Bentley ha una storia sportiva, però o mantieni il W12 per una versione quasi da track day o lo sostituisci con l'elettrico, così da affiancare questo al V8. È pur sempre una GT, quindi anche auto da uso quotidiano; basta che non mettano 800 cv (ma ne dubito) che sulle BEV fanno ridere. 

Ne bastano 400 per le ammiraglie. 

[4200blu]

2 ore fa, ItalianBrands scrive:

Diciamo che è un po' inutile mettere un 12 cilindri su una bestia del genere; anche chiamandosi Speed, difficilmente verrà portata in pista. 

 

..inutile e portare un 12cilindri in pista per un track day - assolutamente ridicolo, un 12cil e un motore nobile che si usa e guida per lo suo stile, per la sua perfezione nel funzionamento senza vibrazioni, per la silenziosita, per essere il top della tecnica. Sicuramente la potenza massima e l'ultima argomento che interessa ad un 12cil. Per questi che sono interessati in questi valori/cofre ci sono parecchie 3cil e 4cil superpompate uno come l'altro, senza carattere, senza stile e con suono artificiale e cafona.

 

[ItalianBrands]

33 minuti fa, 4200blu scrive:

 

..inutile e portare un 12cilindri in pista per un track day - assolutamente ridicolo, un 12cil e un motore nobile che si usa e guida per lo suo stile, per la sua perfezione nel funzionamento senza vibrazioni, per la silenziosita, per essere il top della tecnica. Sicuramente la potenza massima e l'ultima argomento che interessa ad un 12cil. Per questi che sono interessati in questi valori/cofre ci sono parecchie 3cil e 4cil superpompate uno come l'altro, senza carattere, senza stile e con suono artificiale e cafona.

 

Capisco quello che dici, ma un V12 è affascinante principalmente perché deve suonare, non fare solo la passeggiatina. Una DBS (non la nuova) è cattivissima nella sua estrema eleganza. Se fosse elettrica (o avesse un V12 silenzioso) sarebbe una normale auto da scambiare pure con un diesel, se proprio si vuole esagerare con i paragoni. 

 

Per me, un motore enorme e a benzina che non si fa sentire vale come un diesel; può anche smorzare ottimamente le vibrazioni, ma se è silenzioso...

 

Chiaro che dipende dagli usi e quindi dal tipo di auto, ma mettere un V8 con due turbo e kg su kg di fonoassorbente (dato il cliente tipo), lo trovo più sensato.

[Dodicicilindri]

Bellissima, sempre avuto un debole per quest'auto, ad avercene....

[giopisca]

14 ore fa, Merak scrive:

Dentro sembra un club BDSM tedesco (non chiedete)

ma che ambienti frequenti?

[aboutdas]

Dentro sembra un club BDSM tedesco (non chiedete)

In quelli italiani ho visto più catene, saranno i tedeschi sempre fissati con la fibra di carbonio...