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Bentley introduces the Edition 8 models to mark the end of its V-8 era in the Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur, featuring exclusive design elements and a 542-hp V-8 engine. Bentley introduces the Edition 8 models to mark the end of its V-8 era in the Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur, featuring exclusive design elements and a 542-hp V-8 engine.

Bentley’s ‘Edition 8’ Limited Editions Mark the End of the V-8 Era

Bentley Edition 8 Models: Farewell to the V-8 Era

A Fond Farewell to the V-8 Engine

Change can be hard to accept, especially when it comes to saying goodbye to beloved high-cylinder count engines like Bentley’s W-12 and V-8.

Over the past few decades, Bentley has sold more than 53,000 examples of its hand-built V-8 engines since the latest generation was introduced in 2012.

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Bentley introduces the Edition 8 models to mark the end of the V-8 era in the Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur. These limited editions feature exclusive design elements and 542-hp twin-turbo V-8 engines.
Bentley’s ‘Edition 8’ Limited Editions Mark the End of the V-8 Era.

Hybrid V-8 to Succeed the W-12

Interestingly, Bentley is keeping a version of the V-8 alive with its newly-announced range-topping hybrid V-8 powertrain. This setup, which details are yet to come, will replace the W-12 powertrain and become the most powerful powertrain Bentley has ever developed, boasting around 740 horsepower. However, the Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur models will soon lose the non-hybrid, twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8. The Edition 8 versions will be some of the last to feature this engine. It’s uncertain when or if Bentley plans to introduce the hybrid V-8 setup to these models.

Continued Use in Bentayga SUV

Bentley has clarified that the current 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 setup will continue to be available in the Bentayga SUV range for the foreseeable future. The automaker also offers hybrid, turbocharged V-6 powertrains in some models, such as the Bentayga and Flying Spur, which are in high demand.

Bentley introduces the Edition 8 models to mark the end of the V-8 era in the Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur. These limited editions feature exclusive design elements and 542-hp twin-turbo V-8 engines.
Bentley’s ‘Edition 8’ Limited Editions Mark the End of the V-8 Era.

Features of the Edition 8 Models

What makes the “Edition 8” Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur models special? They feature a 542 horsepower V-8 engine with 568 lb-ft of torque, capable of reaching a top speed of 198 mph in some models. Additional features include:

Bentley introduces the Edition 8 models to mark the end of the V-8 era in the Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur. These limited editions feature exclusive design elements and 542-hp twin-turbo V-8 engines.
Bentley’s ‘Edition 8’ Limited Editions Mark the End of the V-8 Era.
  • Blackline specification exterior trim
  • Choice of over 60 colors from Mulliner’s Extended Paint selection
  • Self-leveling wheel badges on 22-inch wheels in 5- or 10-spoke designs
  • “Jewel” filler cap
  • Edition 8 badging on the fenders or D-pillar on the Flying Spur
  • Comfort Specification seating with available Palm Fluting and contrast stitching
  • Edition 8 motif on the seatbacks and treadplates

Availability and Pricing

The Edition 8 models are exclusive to North America for an undisclosed period, with deliveries expected soon. Pricing has not been announced, and the consumer site has yet to be updated with this option. If you have to ask…

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ByBen Nicholls
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