2022 Bentley Continental GT Speed revealed
The car has been described as Bentley's 'most capable and performance-focused model ever.'
The 2022 Bentley Continental GT Speed has been revealed, with the Volkswagen-owned British brand describing the coupe as its “most capable and performance-focused model ever."
Power comes from a retuned example of Bentley's existing 6.0-litre twin-turbo W12 petrol engine, sending 484kW and 900Nm to all four wheels through an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
This allows the car to accelerate from 0-100km/h in a claimed 3.6 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 335km/h.
For reference, the standard W12-powered Continental GT coupe sends 'just' 467kW to the ground, completes the benchmark sprint in a claimed 3.7 seconds, and can achieve a top speed of 333km/h.
The new high-performance coupe's all-wheel-drive system has also been recalibrated to increase the amount of power sent to the rear wheels and, in a first for a Bentley, an electronic limited-slip differential has been fitted on the rear axle.
Meanwhile, new carbon-ceramic brake discs shave a claimed 33kg, while reducing the potential for brake fade on the track.
Externally, the Continental GT Speed looks almost identical to its lesser range-mates, aside from chrome exterior badging, tweaked side sills, a tinted grille, and 22-inch alloy wheels.
Inside the cabin, the flagship GT is trimmed in leather and Alcantara (offered in 15 colours), while carbon fibre paneling and highlights are littered throughout.
CarAdvice has contacted Bentley Australia for further information on pricing and local availability. This story will be updated when more information becomes available.
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