Bentley has been spied pitting the new Continental
GTC and Flying Spur during its winter testing regime. Starting with the
Continental GTC, it will be the drop-top version of the latest-generation
Continental and therefore shares a design with its hard-topped
sibling. As a result, the coupe’s sleek new front fascia is present, as are the
narrow headilghts and gaping-wide tailpipes.
Due to the presence of very little camouflage on
this prototype, it seems apparent that the Continental GTC’s launch is just
around the corner. A launch at the Geneva Motor Show next month is a safe bet.
As for the new Flying Spur, its exterior design will
also bare obvious similarities to the Continental. In the cabin, the sedan will
adopt a digital instrument cluster with a rotating display that reveals a
12.3-inch touchscreen panel. Also set to please Bentley customers will be a
Bang & Olufsen premium audio system and 20-way power front seats with
heating, cooling, and massage functions.
Engine options will be the same as the Continental,
meaning Bentley’s powerful 6.0-liter W12 with 626 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque
will make an appearance. Sending power to the ground will be an eight-speed
dual-clutch transmission paired to all-wheel drive.
The new Bentley Flying Spur is expected to land at
an auto show before the end of the year.
Cr : Carscoops