Bentley has announced the details of the new Flying Spur V8 model, which offers a more “driver-centric” experience compared to the existing W12 model. That’s because the new Bentley Flying Spur V8 is 100 kg lighter than the W12 variant, with the bulk of the weight reduction coming off the nose of the car, making it more agile and responsive to the driver’s inputs.
Under the bonnet, you’ll find the same
twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine that’s featured in the Continental GT,
producing 542 HP and 700 Nm of torque. The V8 engine also
features a cylinder-deactivation system, which is engaged under light-load
conditions improving the fuel economy.
Bentley claims that the new Flying Spur is
capable of hitting 60 mph in 4 seconds flat (0-100 km/h in 4.1) and a top speed
of 318 km/h, which should be enough performance for customers looking
to buy a luxury sedan of this caliber.
The new Flying Spur V8 also features front
and rear hollow anti-roll bars as standard, with Bentley’s 48-volt active
anti-roll control system offered as an option. Other standard features include
an adaptive three-chamber air suspension, torque vectoring by brake, and Drive
Dynamics Control. Customers can also opt for an all-wheel steering system that
improves both stability at highway speeds and maneuverability around town.
Bentley will offer the new Flying Spur V8
in four- and five-seat configurations and with a virtually endless list of
customization options for those who want a bespoke specification. The first
customer orders for the new Bentley Flying Spur V8 are already underway, with
deliveries expected to begin in late 2020 for the UK and Europe. Other global
markets will follow shortly after in 2021.
