Bentley
Bentley Motors was founded in 1919 by W.O. Bentley. Since 1946, the British automaker has been based in Crewe, England, where much of the vehicle assembly and interior craftsmanship is still completed by hand. The brand built its reputation on a distinct combination of high-output engineering and long-distance touring comfort, a character forged through early racing successes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the 1920s and 1930s.
A subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group since 1998, Bentley focuses its current lineup on three core models: the Continental GT grand tourer, the Flying Spur sedan, and the Bentayga SUV.
As part of a broader transition toward full electrification, the company recently retired its signature W12 engine. Its modern lineup now centers on high-performance V8 and V6 plug-in hybrid powertrains.
Models over time
Bentley Continental GT
Bentley Flying Spur
Bentley Mulsanne
Bentley Bentayga
Bentley Bacalar
Bentley Batur
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The 2016 Flying Spur W12 S was the first four-door Bentley capable of exceeding 200 mph.
The Flying Spur Speed introduced in 2008 was capable of around 200 mph.
Juha Kankkunen set a production-car ice speed record in a Continental Supersports Convertible, which Bentley commemorated with the ISR edition.
The original Continental GT had a top speed exceeding 300 km/h.
The W12-powered Bentayga Speed was homologated with a 306 km/h top speed.
Bentley quotes a 0–100 km/h time of 4.5 seconds for the Bentayga V8.
The Mulsanne's standard personalisation palette included 114 exterior colours alongside extensive choices of hides, carpets and veneers.
Bentley hand-built the Mulsanne at its Crewe factory in England.
Each Batur is assembled and finished by Mulliner specialists at Bentley's Crewe facilities.
Mulliner limited Batur coupé production to 18 cars, all reserved by customers before production began.
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