The new-generation Bentley Continental GT Speed introduces itself as a plug-in hybrid, marking a significant departure for the British luxury brand. This high-performance model boasts a potent 4.0-liter V8 engine coupled with a 190 PS electric motor, delivering a combined output of 782 PS and 1,000 Nm of torque. The hybrid system offers up to 81 km of electric range, making it suitable for urban environments. This evolution in performance is accompanied by a refined design and luxurious interior, solidifying the Continental GT Speed's position as a formidable force in the automotive world.
In the era of EVs, a 0-100 km/h time of below four seconds is not just commonplace, it can be purchased for well below RM200k. Such levels of propulsion used to be the preserve of European exotics; now, a small hatchback from China can do the benchmark sprint in 3.8 seconds – power and speed has been democratised by electric motors.
There’s plenty new about the Continental GT Speed, but the biggest news is that it’s now a plug-in hybrid riding on a fresh 400-volt electrical architecture. At the heart of the ‘Ultra Performance Hybrid’ powertrain is a 4.0-litre V8 engine with 600 PS and 800 Nm of torque. The ICE isn’t a carryover – with no traditional vacuum system and 350 bar fuel injection pressure , it provides cleaner combustion and improved emissions.
Aside from blessing the Continental GT Speed with 81 km of pure electric drive – perfect in urban areas – the e-motor brings total system output to 782 PS and 1,000 Nm. Compared to the outgoing, that’s 19% more power and 11% more torque , making this car the most powerful Bentley ever, surpassing even the second-generation
Perhaps that’s why the lead car was conservative, but I managed to give the Speed the beans on the straights after hanging back in the convoy. Acceleration is monumental yet effortless, as contradicting as it sounds. I’ve alwaysversus the W12, and there’s a nice deep accompanying soundtrack here, which by the way, isn’t artificially enhanced.
Great power needs even greater stopping power and the GT uses 10-piston front calipers and four-piston rears. The standard ventilated iron brakes are 420 mm in front and 380 mm at the rear, and there’s a Carbon-Silicon-Carbide option with 440 mm front discs and 410 mm rears. From chasing 300 km/h to slowing down for a hairpin, this is hardware you can trust.
Bentley’s designers pointed out to us the big two-door’s ‘resting beast’ stance. They were visualising a tiger at rest – a majestic beast sitting calm, but ready to unleash massive force when it decides to pounce. The idea is manifested in the GT’s well-defined haunches. This unique ana-digi approach is personified by the Bentley Rotating Display, which is still cool after all these years. The three-sided display features a 12.3-inch display, three classical analogue dials, and an unbroken side of handcrafted veneer that matches the rest of the trim. The three faces swivel at the touch of a button.
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