Bentley finally showed the world its smaller V8 engine,
months after speculation and rumours
began circulating. The new motor is a 4.0-litre
V8 unit with two turbos and
apparently delivers a 40% improvement in fuel efficiency and corresponding C02 emissions. And if you thought you
recognised the figures you’d be spot on…
Because this is the same engine found in the new Audi S6 and S8 but making differing amounts of power. Actually speculation is
that it could be the same engine used in the upcoming RS 4 sedan and Avant but
of course, with another type of power output. Nevertheless, in the Bentley it
produces 373kW at 6000rpm, while
peak torque is 660Nm made between
1700rpm and 5000rpm.
Driving all four wheels is an 8-speed automatic gearbox transmission, which is actually
rear-wheel-biased. That means while it drives all four wheels, most of the
power goes to the rear wheels in
normal driving, thus improving handling fun and lowering fuel consumption at
the same time. Bentley says the Continental
GT V8 will accelerate from 0 – 100km/h in less than 5 seconds and top out at 290km/h.
In spite of all this performance, it will supposedly keep going for 800km at a time.
Both GT and GTC models will benefit from this engine. In terms
of styling, the car is distinguished by its 20-inch alloys and an optional 21-inch 6-spoke version, a black gloss matrix grille with chrome
frame and centre bar, “figure of 8” tailpipes and others. It’s available in 7 exterior colours. Customers, as per
usual Bentley style, will be spoilt for choice when it comes to interior leather
veneers and other customisation
options.
The Bentley Continental GT V8 will be unveiled at the 2012
North American International Auto Show in Detroit
next month.
3 comments:
It's a thing of beauty and wonder. I marvel at this V8 with awe.
I like that it doesn't sound like the old man Bentleys which were boring. But having said that I'm sure it's a heavy bastard with fuel consumption to match. 800ks is a lot but I bet the tank is big too!
only for the moolad ones among us
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