Bentley Updates the Flying Spur and Moves Away from a Design Held Since 1962

Bentley has introduced the updated Flying Spur, aligning the sedan's styling with the Continental GT while also reintroducing the sporty S version.

The most noticeable change is the front end. Bentley has abandoned its signature design with four separate headlights, used for decades, and switched to a dual-beam headlight configuration. This is the first Bentley sedan with such a headlight setup since the S2 model ceased production in the 1960s.

Along with this, the body has received a simplified front end: the small air vents on the fenders have disappeared, and the trunk lid has become smoother and visually 'cleaner'.

S Version: A Hybrid with Serious Power

The return of the S version comes with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. It combines a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with an electric motor, producing 671 hp and 930 Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels through an 8-speed dual-clutch automated transmission.

Despite weighing around 2.5 tons, the sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 308 km/h.

The S version features active stabilizers and adaptive dampers borrowed from the more 'charged' and luxurious Speed and Mulliner versions. The settings emphasize the sporty character of the model without sacrificing comfort.

Interior and Options with a Premium Price Tag

The updated Flying Spur also received the Naim for Mulliner audio system, developed for the limited Bentley Batur. In the configuration for the new sedan, this option is priced at approximately £25,000.

Sales Launch

Orders are already being accepted. The first customer vehicles are expected to be delivered between October and December of this year.