Bentley has officially announced that the new Bentley Continental GT will be revealed on June 25, 2024, in its high-performance Speed form. This new model will feature a hybrid powertrain known as the ‘Ultra Performance Hybrid” with an impressive 771bhp and 1,000Nm of torque. This power is derived from a V8 combustion engine and electric motors.
One of the standout features of the new Bentley Continental GT is its 50-mile range on electric power alone, along with CO2 emissions of less than 50g/km on the WLTP combined cycle. This is a significant improvement from the previous model, which had emissions of 311g/km with the W12 engine. Additionally, the new model will include active all-wheel drive with torque vectoring technology, an electronic limited-slip differential, and an electronic anti-roll suspension system. Bentley has also promised impressive handling thanks to new dual-valve dampers.
In an exciting development, Bentley has also set a new underwater speed record with the Continental GT Speed reaching a top speed of 208mph in the Ryfylke Tunnel in Norway, the longest undersea tunnel in the world. A video of this record-breaking achievement is expected to be released on the day of the reveal.
With nearly 100,000 Continental GTs produced in Crewe over the past two decades, the new model has big expectations to meet as the company’s second best-selling car after the Bentayga. While the new car has been spotted testing and preview images have been released, the final design details are still under wraps. However, we can expect the new Continental GT to maintain its focus on luxury with the use of premium materials throughout the interior.
From the preview images, we can see some design changes such as sleeker headlight design, updated alloy wheels, and a new rear light shape. The interior of the new Bentley Continental GT has not been revealed yet, but we can anticipate a continued focus on luxury and possibly an update to the infotainment system.
Overall, the new Bentley Continental GT promises to be a groundbreaking model with its hybrid powertrain, impressive performance capabilities, and luxurious design. Car enthusiasts and Bentley fans alike can look forward to the official reveal on June 25, 2024, as Bentley sets new standards in the world of luxury automobiles.