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Ultra Performance V8 hybrid engine succeeds W12 as Bentley’s pinnacle powertrain

13th May 2024

All change for Bentley's flagship engine... They tell us: (Image and all words from Bentley). Bentley’s future to be led by new Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain Combines new, incredibly powerful combustion engine with advanced hybrid technology A seamless fusion of electric luxury with supercar performance More than 750 PS combined output, with 50 mile (80 km) electric range … [Read more...]

Bentley Continental GT – Road Test

16th June 2021

The Bentley Continental GT V8 Coupé... GT is a very overused abbreviation but fully justified as a suffix to the Bentley Continental, writes Robin Roberts (and Motoring Milestones); images by Mediaphotos.co.uk. This 191 inch (4.85 metre) long two-door coupe oozes ability to cover immense distances without complaint and cocooned in complete luxury; the original Grand Tourer for the wealthiest of … [Read more...]

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