Bentley Boosts Power

A New Contender from Bentley

There’s a new eye-catcher rolling out from Bentley, and for anyone with a love for speed and luxury, this one’s gonna be hard to ignore. Spotted recently getting a workout near the Nürburgring is a beefed-up version of the Continental GT Speed. This isn’t just a facelift; it’s looking like Bentley’s ready to bring back the Supersports name with some serious upgrades under the hood.

Cloaked in Mystery

The test car photographed is decked out in matte black and flaunts some snazzy aerodynamic enhancements. Think canards at the front and a hefty rear spoiler. Not to mention, it’s rocking a four-pipe exhaust system that screams performance, ditching the usual oval exhausts. It’s a clear message that Bentley’s pulling out all the stops to push this ride above the already impressive GT Speed.

Power Up

The standard GT Speed is no slouch with its twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine. It’s already pumping out 591 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. Coupled with a plug-in hybrid system that adds a 25.9 kWh battery and a 188-hp electric motor, the total output jumps to an exhilarating 771 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque. Now, throw in a speculated performance boost for this prototype, and the excitement levels go up a notch. Just imagine what it’ll do. The current setup already does 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds and hits up to 208 mph. Can we say adrenaline rush?

A Glimpse of the Past

Taking a stroll down memory lane, the 2017-2018 Continental Supersports had a monstrous 6.0-liter twin-turbo W12 that cranked out 700 hp and 750 lb-ft of torque. It could shoot from 0-62 mph in 3.4 seconds and reached a top speed of 209 mph. Comparing these, Bentley seems to be setting the stage for something that not only honors its powerful forebears but exceeds them.

The Drive

So how’s the drive, you ask? Imagine sliding behind the wheel of a luxury missile. The GT Speed is already a smooth operator blending comfort with gut-punching acceleration. This new iteration? Expect that classic Bentley plushness with the added thrill of race-car-like dynamics. The steering and handling adjustments, thanks to any additional enhancements, will likely give it a nimbleness usually reserved for lighter sports cars. It’s for folks who crave an extravagant cruiser that also knows how to hustle around a track.

While full details are still under wraps, what’s clear is Bentley’s intention to shake up the ultra-performance luxury segment. And honestly, seeing how they balance opulence with outright performance is always a wild ride worth watching.