Bentley’s iconic Flying Spur sedan is set to return with an all-new 782 PS (771 bhp) Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s 105-year history. Launched initially in Bentley’s new Continental GT Speed, this advanced V8 hybrid powertrain will make the new Flying Spur the most powerful, dynamic, and efficient four-door car Bentley has ever produced. The new model will succeed the 2019 version of the Flying Spur.
Combining a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine with a compact yet powerful electric motor, the Ultra Performance Hybrid delivers 782 PS and 1000 Nm (738 lb.ft) of torque. This powertrain offers incredible versatility, providing supercar performance and silent, effortless electric driving for at least 45 miles. The new Flying Spur promises CO2 emissions below 40 g/km and a range exceeding 500 miles, redefining modern grand touring.
READ MORE: Ferrari’s Tribute to the 1000 Miglia 2024
Continuing Bentley’s tradition of blending superior combustion engines with cutting-edge technology, the Ultra Performance Hybrid represents the pinnacle of Bentley’s engineering. It surpasses the current Flying Spur Speed’s W12 engine by nearly 150 PS and adds 100 Nm of torque. This hybrid system ensures improved power and torque across the entire rev range, delivering strong acceleration from low speeds and sustained performance at higher speeds.
Bentley’s engineers have meticulously refined the exhaust note, emphasizing the natural quality of the V8 engine without artificial enhancement. The result is a vehicle that epitomizes Bentley’s commitment to combining potent performance with luxurious tranquility.
Further details on the new Flying Spur will be disclosed in the coming months.
Source: Introducing the Ultra Performance Hybrid Powertrain for the Next Bentley Flying Spur
Subscribe today for the freshest car news delivered to your inbox
