Bentley has released the first images of the
upcoming new Flying Spur and a short video showcasing its retractable hood
ornament. The new Flying Spur will ride on the same MSB platform with the
Continental GT and Porsche Panamera, but it’s expected to be more than just the
four-door version of the British coupe. In fact, Bentley aims to give the
Flying Spur its own visual character, with unique exterior design details.
The brand’s new luxury sedan will be offered with at
least three powertrain options, including the range-topping 6.0-liter W12, the
mid-range 4.0-liter V8 and a plug-in hybrid 2.9-liter V6 that will play a
crucial role in tax-sensitive markets like China. A Speed derivative of the
W12-powered Flying Spur is reportedly also on the cards.
The new Flying Spur will rival models like the Rolls
Royce Ghost and high-end versions of the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class. With a design that’s expected to look more exclusive
and premium, and an endless list of options, the new Flying Spur is expected to
make things a little more difficult for its rivals when it arrives in the
market later this year or in early 2020.
Bentley is celebrating its 100th anniversary this
year and will host a special event in July for the occasion, which sounds like
the perfect opportunity for the new Flying Spur to come out and meet the world.
