The 2020 Continental GT Balances Luxury and GT Performance
Continental GT V8 has a brilliant new gearbox with a very impressive chassis wrapped around it.
The Flying-B, with some better agility
Bentley has always remained steeped in tradition. It truly represents the best of British luxury and performance car motoring. The brand's new Continental GT V8 gives owners all the luxury trim and cruising ability you'd expect from a Bentley, but with some added dynamic sparkle.
Glorious exhaust finishes
The rear bumper houses beautiful oval exhaust recesses. The dual exhaust ends bellow a signature tune, but unlike the large capacity turbocharged Bentleys of yore, or the company's famous W12 engine, the new Continental V8 has a smaller, but still very potent, engine.
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Compact twin-turbo V8
Powering the Continental GT V8 is a 4-liter engine. With twin-turbocharging it produces 542hp and 568 lb-ft of torque. For its relative capacity, the engine's output numbers are mighty impressive. It also weighs 110lbs less than Bentley's W12 engine, which makes a big difference in the Continental's overall weight distribution and dynamic balance.
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The smaller engine makes it more agile
With a lighter engine above the front axle, this Bentley Continental GT V8 has excellent lateral agility. That means it can dissect corners with great precision. Owners have the option of 22-inch wheels, which give huge grip, and with all-wheel drive, the Continental applies all of its engine power to the road, with great efficiency.
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Digital dials within a classic design
The Continental GT V8's cabin is a blend of old and new. The leather work and trim elements are true to Bentley's handcrafted legacy: with only the best leather and metal being cut and shaped into touch surfaces and switch-gear. Digital relevance is provided by a high-definition instrument cluster, which remains full of contrast, even in direct sunlight.
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You can choose your ride quality
Bentley is offering its Dynamic Ride System on the Continental V8. With the car's 48-volt electric architecture, Bentley is able to use an active anti-roll bar system to ensure the Continental V8 remains stable, even in high-load cornering. Its composure is remarkable is a luxury car of such size. Drivers can also select the gradient of comfort or anti-roll function they desired from the Dynamic Ride System.
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There's a new transmission too
The Continental GT V8 debuts Bentley's first eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. It allows this Bentley to have excellent high-speed cruising abilities and also incredibly dynamic gearshifts when required. Overall performance is very credible. Despite its 4837-lb mass, the Continental GT V8 is good for 0-60mph in only 3.9 seconds. Top speed registers at 198mph. True to type, the Continental GT V8 is both a superbly competent cruiser and sportscar, all-in-one.
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A simply beautiful British GT
Beyond its sophisticated active suspension system, new eight-speed transmission and compact V8 engine, the Continental GT cuts a very strong presence. The proportions are classic Bentley and with circular daytime LED headlights, the design is full of character. Elaborately flared fenders add a sense of muscularity to the Continental GT V8's design.
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