BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT V8 S

From the glorious roar as it explodes into life to the rich purr emitted at rest by its charismatic 4.0 litre V8 engine, the Bentley Continental GT V8 S represents an experience all of its own.

This powerful new member of the Continental range takes Bentley’s advanced V8 platform and pushes it even further. The result: marked improvements in performance alongside a sleeker, more sporting appearance.

​DESIGN

EXTERIOR DESIGN

Even before the engine bursts into life, the distinctive new styling makes a single-minded statement. The Beluga gloss Lower Body Styling Specification and a 10mm lower ride height add sleek, sporty lines to the Continental’s famously muscular stance.

The dramatic look is completed by exclusive 20” open-spoke wheels and red painted brake callipers not to mention the striking gloss black radiator grille.

The new option of dark tint front & rear lamps adds further visual impact whilst the (also-new) optional Beluga gloss door mirrors complement the finish of the Lower Body Styling Specification perfectly when specified on lighter shades of exterior finish.

INTERIOR DESIGN

The interior cabin of the new Continental GT V8 S combines carefully selected leather hides and smooth metal surfaces to deliver a seductive blend of luxury and steely modernism. The exquisite leather strikes a perfect balance with the knurled chrome details and the Piano Black veneer, lacquered and sanded up to eighteen times to produce a truly flawless finish. Speed is vital in a grand tourer. But when it comes to the Continental GT V8 S, style matters just as much.

CRAFTSMANSHIP

All Bentley wood veneers are cured for 72 hours and treated with five layers of clear lacquer by hand, to achieve a luxurious finish without compromising the natural beauty of the grain. The Continental GT V8 S features Piano Black veneer as standard, but there is also a range of other ethically sourced veneers to choose from, alongside the more technical look that can be achieved with Carbon Fibre or Bright Tint Aluminium.

OPTIONAL PACKAGES

Bentley has created a selection of recommended optional specification packages that will add to your overall ownership experience. Multiple packages, including the Mulliner Driving Specification, Mulliner Styling Specification, Premier Specification, Sports Specification and Interior Style specification, can be chosen in addition to individual options.

COLOUR AND CHOICE

Whatever your choice of colour, many hours will be spent ensuring a flawless finish on your Continental. Whether you opt for solid, metallic, pearlescent or satin paint, any time you invest at the Bentley paint shop will be rewarded for years to come. Visit the Bentley Configurator to explore your colour options.

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PERFORMANCE

ENGINEERING

Beneath the bonnet of the new Continental GT V8 S beats a monstrous heart: a 4 litre, twin-turbocharged V8 engine, with the power to generate 521 bhp (389 kW / 528 PS @ 6,000 rpm). At 1700 RPM the GT V8 S generates 680 Nm of torque – even more than the 660 Nm achieved by its sibling, the GT V8. From a standing start the GT V8 S will reach 60 miles per hour in 4.3 seconds, before climbing all the way to its top speed of 192 mph (309 km/h).

VARIABLE DISPLACEMENT

Variable displacement, in which four of the eight cylinders switch off at gentler throttle openings, reduces fuel consumption and cuts both frictional and gas transfer losses. When more power is required, the engine switches back automatically from four cylinders to the full eight. The result is an unforgettable driving experience- nothing captures the spirit of spontaneous adventure like the Continental GT V8 S.

SUSPENSION

Lowered sports suspension (by 10mm), revised damping with increased spring and bush rates (front and rear) and uprated anti-roll bars all combine to improve agility, body control and cornering, while the recalibrated steering provides enhanced feedback and feel.

The Lower Body Styling Specification features – front splitter, side sills and a rear diffuser – improve the car’s aerodynamics by reducing front-end lift, providing even greater stability at higher road speeds.

EFFICIENCY

Despite its muscular powerplant, the Continental GT V8 S is remarkably efficient: CO2 emissions are a mere 246 g/km, due in no small part to the use of variable displacement.  At less aggressive throttle openings, the engine switches off four of its eight cylinders, so they only act as gas springs.  this delivers two benefits:  the four operative cylinders are more efficient, while frictional and gas transfer losses throughout the engine are greatly reduced.  As soon as the car accelerates, the other four cylinders switch back on, giving more power the moment it is needed.

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TECHNOLOGY

ENGINE TECHNOLOGY

As for the ‘info’ in ‘infotainment’, the effortless touch-screen navigation system includes live traffic data*, online access for point of interest searches*, a 30GB hard disc drive offering rapid access to a continent-full of mapping and even the option of satellite landscape imagery*. As you drive, it provides real time monitoring of your tyre pressures, access to your phone contacts (either via Bluetooth or by inserting your SIM card) and the opportunity to zoom in or out of mapping at the slightest touch of a finger.

INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM

The Continental GT V8 S is a 21st Century Grand Tourer. The 8” touch screen in the centre console controls an integrated information and entertainment system. A 30 GB hard drive provides quick access to mapping data and the option of landscape imagery*, alongside live traffic data and online access for point-of-interest searches.

To learn more about the compatibility of your devices with your Bentley visit our Music Compatibility Guide.

BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY

The Continental GT V8 S can pair with almost any Bluetooth smartphone, tablet or media player, playing music through thein-car audio system and accessing the contact database in a smartphone.

NAIM™ FOR BENTLEY

The Naim™ for Bentley Premium Audio System was designed with the aim of delivering the best in-car audio in the world. Each of the 11 Balanced Mode Radiator (BMR) speakers combine the functions of a separate tweeter and mid-range speaker in one unit. Sited all around the cabin, they make it possible to direct the sound with great accuracy, while providing greater clarity across the whole audible spectrum. The result is incredible sound, anywhere in the car.

Naim™ is available as an individual cost option or as part of the Premier Specification.