This particular prototype gives us a look at the new Continental GT's light
graphics, as well as its retractable spoiler. Unlike with the current model,
the new Continental's active rear spoiler is positioned near the edge of the
trunk and not right underneath the rear window, thus allowing for a more
traditional setup.
As for the light graphics, assuming those headlights
are the ones making it into production, it would seem they're a lot more
similar to the ones on the current Continental than the ones seen on the EXP 12
Speed 6e concept, or the EXP 10 concept before it.
The taillights thankfully do resemble those on the
concepts, with thin, oval-like graphics - which should match up really well
with the car's overall sleek and sporty design. The car is also expected to be
lighter as it's underpinned by VW's latest MSB platform (also used on the new
Panamera), so we'll probably be looking at around 150 kg less.
The most potent versions of
Bentley's new Continental GT will probably utilize a 600+ HP W12 unit, whereas
so-called "lesser" models would likely get the 4.0-liter twin-turbo
V8 used in the Panamera Turbo. Other rumors include a 3.0-liter twin turbo V6
and possibly a plug-in hybrid V6, also courtesy of Porsche.
Bentley's new-gen Continental GT as well as the GTC
are both expected to debut sometime next year.
Cr : Carscoops