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Bentley Mulsanne I 6.75 i V8 (295 Hp)
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Bentley Mulsanne:
The Bentley Mulsanne is a full-size luxury car that was manufactured and marketed by British automaker Bentley Motors from March 2010 to June 2020. It served as the flagship automobile for the company during its production run. Internal to Bentley, the Mulsanne was referred to as "The Grand Bentley" during its development.
Replacing the Rolls-Royce-based Arnage, the Mulsanne was Bentley's first independently-built automobile since the 8 Litre, which W. O. Bentley conceived. Unveiled initially at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the Mulsanne retained two key elements from the Arnage—rear-wheel drive with the front axle centerline optimally positioned forward, and a 6. 75-litre push-rod V8 engine equipped with twin-turbochargers. The individualistic headlamps were designed to resemble those of the Jaguar S-Type from the 1960s. Throughout its ten-year manufacturing period, Bentley produced approximately 7,900 examples at the Crewe facility. The Mulsanne has generally been well received, with Jeremy Clarkson claiming that the ride is quiet and the torques were great while criticising the number of switches and the fact that it was less "tasteful" than a Rolls-Royce Ghost....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Bentley Mulsanne (I). With 658 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2350 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7 s). The top speed reaches 233 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Bentley Mulsanne I was produced before Euro NCAP testing began (1997). While built to high standards for its era, it lacks modern safety features and crash structures found in contemporary vehicles.
6.75 i V8 (295 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A significant improvement in performance over the 218 Hp variant, offering much more respectable acceleration and a more dynamic driving experience, while retaining the V8's characteristic smoothness.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is expected to be high, similar to or potentially slightly worse than the lower-powered V8, reflecting its increased power output and luxury focus rather than efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled comfort and luxury for its era
- • Smooth and powerful V8 engines (especially 295 Hp variant)
- • Exceptional build quality and craftsmanship
- • Strong classic car appeal and presence
- • Spacious and opulent interior
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption across all variants
- • Dated technology and safety features compared to modern cars
- • High maintenance and running costs due to complexity and rarity
- • Large dimensions can make it challenging to maneuver and park
- • Performance of the 218 Hp variant is modest for its size
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bentley |
| Model: | Mulsanne |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.75 i V8 (295 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 295 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 43.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 658 Nm @ 2250 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 6750 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 104.14 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 99.06 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 24.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 233 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 125.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.6 kg/Nm, 280 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2350 |
| Max. weight: | 2800 |
| Max load: | 450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 108 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5270 mm mm |
| Width: | 1885 mm mm |
| Height: | 1485 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3060 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1550 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1555 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/70 HR 15 |
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