Bentley Flying Spur III Hybrid 2.9 V6 (544 Hp) AWD Automatic
People\'s Opinion
N/A / 5
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)
III Overview:
Bentley Flying Spur (III). With 550 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2430 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 4.3 s). The top speed reaches 285 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
Combining a V6 with an electric motor, this hybrid offers strong, immediate acceleration and impressive system output, providing a refined yet potent driving experience with instant torque delivery.
Fuel Economy
The most fuel-efficient option in the lineup, offering significant improvements in urban consumption and the ability for short electric-only drives, though specific combined fuel data is not provided in the reference.
Best Use Case:
Urban luxury with electric capability, environmentally conscious buyers, daily commuting with reduced emissions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled luxury and craftsmanship in the interior
- • Exceptional performance across all engine options
- • Supreme ride comfort and refinement
- • Advanced technology and connectivity features
- • Distinctive and elegant design with strong road presence
Cons:
- • Very high purchase price and significant running costs
- • Substantial fuel consumption, especially for the W12 engine
- • Large dimensions can be challenging in urban environments and for parking
- • Limited practicality for cargo compared to some larger rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2020 - 2024).
| General: |
| Brand: | Bentley |
|---|
| Model: | Flying Spur |
|---|
| Generation: | III |
|---|
| Modification (Engine): | Hybrid 2.9 V6 (544 Hp) AWD Automatic |
|---|
| Start of production: | 2021 |
|---|
| End of production: | 2024 |
|---|
| Powertrain Architecture: | PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
|---|
| Body type: | Sedan |
|---|
| Seats: | 4 |
|---|
| Doors: | 4 |
|---|
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
|---|
| Power: | 416 Hp Same horsepower |
|---|
| Power per litre: | 143.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
|---|
| Torque: | 550 Nm |
|---|
| Engine displacement: | 2894 |
|---|
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
|---|
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
|---|
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
|---|
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
|---|
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
|---|
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
|---|
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
|---|
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
|---|
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
|---|
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
|---|
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / electricity |
|---|
| Emission standard: | ULEV |
|---|
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.3 sec |
|---|
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.3 sec |
|---|
| Maximum speed: | 285 km/h |
|---|
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.5 kg/Hp, 223.9 Hp/tonne |
|---|
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.2 kg/Nm, 308.6 Nm/tonne |
|---|
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.1 sec |
|---|
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2430 |
|---|
| Max. weight: | 3030 |
|---|
| Max load: | 600 |
|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 351 l |
|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
|---|
| Size: |
| Length: | 5316 mm mm [Same length.] |
|---|
| Width: | 1978 mm mm [35mm less] |
|---|
| Height: | 1483 mm mm [Same height.] |
|---|
| Wheelbase: | 3194 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
|---|
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2013 mm |
|---|
| Width including mirrors: | 2220 mm |
|---|
| 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 |
|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
|---|
| Number of gears | 8 |
|---|
| Transmission type | Automatic |
|---|
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
|---|
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
|---|
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
|---|
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
|---|
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
|---|
| Wheel rims size | 20; 21; 22 |
|---|
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Air suspension |
|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension |
|---|
| Electric: |
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 14.1 kWh |
|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 18 kWh |
|---|
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
|---|
| System power: | 544 Hp |
|---|
| System torque: | 750 Nm |
|---|
| All-electric range: | 40 km |
|---|
| Electric motor power: | 136 Hp |
|---|
| Electric motor Torque: | 400 Nm |
|---|
| Electric motor location: | Between the combustion engine and the transmission |
|---|
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
|---|
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 40 km |
|---|
How many miles have you covered in your Bentley Flying Spur? Share your journey!