Bentley Flying Spur IV 4.0 V8 TFSi (680 Hp) High Performance Hybrid AWD DCT
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Bentley Flying Spur:
The Bentley Flying Spur, known as the Bentley Continental Flying Spur before 2013, is a full-sized luxury car produced by Bentley Motors Limited since 2005. It is the four-door saloon variant of the Bentley Continental GT two-door coupé.
The Flying Spur is assembled by hand at Bentley's factory in Crewe, England. Briefly, due to lack of capacity at the Crewe factory upon the car's introduction, 1,358 units of the first generation Flying Spur destined for markets other than the United States and United Kingdom were built at parent-company Volkswagen's Transparent Factory in Dresden, Germany. This arrangement ended in early 2007, when all assembly works reverted to Crewe....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Overview:
Bentley Flying Spur (IV). With 770 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2568 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.9 s). The top speed reaches 270 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Delivers robust and refined performance with a 519 Hp V8 and electric assistance, achieving 0-100km/h in 3.9 seconds. Offers a smooth, powerful, and effortless driving experience befitting a Bentley.
Fuel Economy
Provides excellent fuel economy for a large luxury sedan due to its hybrid powertrain, allowing for silent electric-only operation and improved overall efficiency compared to non-hybrid V8s.
Best Use Case:
Perfect for those who desire Bentley's signature luxury and V8 power, with a strong emphasis on hybrid efficiency for daily driving and a slightly more understated (yet still formidable) performance profile.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and craftsmanship in the interior
- • Immense V8 performance combined with hybrid efficiency
- • Sophisticated and supremely comfortable air suspension ride
- • Advanced technology and driver assistance systems
- • All-wheel drive for confident handling in various conditions
Cons:
- • Extremely high purchase price and running costs
- • Significant kerb weight impacting agility in tight spaces
- • Electric-only range, while useful, is limited for longer journeys
- • Complex hybrid system could lead to higher long-term maintenance
- • Large dimensions can make urban maneuvering challenging
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2021 - 2024).
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| Brand: | Bentley |
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| Model: | Flying Spur |
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| Generation: | IV |
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| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 V8 TFSi (680 Hp) High Performance Hybrid AWD DCT |
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| Start of production: | April, 2025 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 4-5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
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| Power: | 519 Hp @ 6250 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 129.9 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 770 Nm @ 2300-4500 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 3996 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / electricity |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 270 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.8 kg/Hp, 265 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.8 kg/Nm, 362.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Max speed (electric): | 140 km/h |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.8 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2566-2571 |
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| Max. weight: | 3215 |
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| Max load: | 644-649 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 346 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 5316 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1987 mm mm [9mm more] |
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| Height: | 1474 mm mm [9mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 3194 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2187 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the rear wheels of the vehicle, capable of running in full electric or mixed mode, and if necessary through the electrically or mechanically controlled clutch, the front wheels |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 8 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | DCT |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 420x40 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 380x30 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 265/40 R21; 275/35 R22 |
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| Wheel rims size | 21; 22 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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| Electric: |
| Gross battery capacity: | 25.9 kWh |
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| System power: | 680 Hp |
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| System torque: | 930 Nm |
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| All-electric range: | 80 km |
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| Electric motor power: | 190 Hp |
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| Electric motor Torque: | 450 Nm |
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| Electric motor location: | Between the combustion engine and the transmission |
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| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
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