POWER IS JUST THE BEGINNING
Do not be fooled by the sedan silhouette. The Bentley Flying Spur Speed is appropriately named. Built to exhilarate in every sense, it is the most powerful and driver-focused Flying Spur Bentley has ever built – and a clear contender for the fastest four-door car in the world.
It includes the latest chassis technology, from active all-wheel drive and all-wheel steering to the innovative Bentley Dynamic Ride system, aiding the car’s stability through corners. And it is incredibly well crafted. It is darker and more purposeful in style than some of its siblings, with more use of technical finishes. Yet it remains one of the most comfortable and luxurious cars available anywhere in the world. The Flying Spur Speed is a car that will delight every passenger and excite every driver.
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DESIGN -
A STATEMENT OF INTENT
The exterior detailing of the Flying Spur Speed makes the car’s sporting character clear. The front grilles are treated with a dark tint, as are the internal components of the front and rear lights. Unique Speed features include exclusive 22” wheels and Speed badging, inside and out.
In the cabin the theme continues, with exquisite craftsmanship meeting racetrack-inspired technical materials, such as carbon fibre and Dinamica.
A unique colour split is applied to the upholstery while, thanks to the inclusion of the Colour Specification as standard, you can choose from Bentley’s full range of hide colours. Sporting details can be seen wherever you look, from the Speed embroidery on the seats and the performance-themed graphics in the instrument panel, right down to the sports pedals at your feet.
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TECHNOLOGY -
INTELLIGENCE BUILT-IN
As well as its own Wi-Fi hotspot, the car features Apple CarPlay*, enabling you to connect your smartphone seamlessly with the infotainment system. There is also wireless charging for phones that support it.
Installed as standard, the City Specification includes assistance features such as a Top View Camera, Traffic sign recognition*, alert systems for use when reversing, pedestrian warnings, auto-dimming mirrors and hands-free boot opening.
The Touring Specification adds features that make life easier on the open road, including a head-up display, a night vision camera, Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Assist. Bentley Safeguard Plus adds further safety systems.
Choose from three audio systems: the Bentley Signature Audio system, fitted as standard, the 16-channel Bang & Olufsen for Bentley or the 21-channel Naim for Bentley – considered by some to be the world’s best in-car sound system.
In the rear, the Touchscreen remote (TSR) enables passengers to access functions from heating and ventilation to seat settings and the audio system. It can even be used to access journey information from the car’s trip computer.
*Apple CarPlay is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
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PERFORMANCE -
READY WHEN YOU ARE
The 6.0 litre W12 engine can propel the Flying Spur from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds (0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds). Its maximum speed is an incredible 207 mph (333 km/h) – performance literally unheard of in the world of the luxury sedan.
There are four driving modes to choose from: Comfort, Bentley, Custom and Sports mode, which optimises powertrain and chassis responsiveness, for a thrilling drive.
The exhaust system features Adaptive Valve Control, allowing for a more emphatic roar when you put your foot down in Sport mode, or a more discrete murmur when cruising in Comfort or Bentley mode.
With Bentley Dynamic Ride, a 48-volt electronic anti-roll system that adapts to changing driving conditions, the cabin is kept stable when cornering at speed, without compromising on ride comfort during more leisurely driving.
All-wheel steering enables you to overtake effortlessly on the highway, gliding from lane to lane without body roll. On city streets, it reduces the turning circle, making tight manoeuvres much easier.
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PERSONALISATION -
MAKE IT YOURS
Every Flying Spur Speed leaves the Bentley factory with an incredible specification, with an emphasis on sporting detail and technical finishes. Yet there is always the opportunity to make changes that reflect your personal tastes.
You can choose from Bentley’s entire range of exterior paints, along with premium Mulliner Paints. Inside, there are 15 primary hide colours to choose from, plus 11 from which to select a secondary colour, as well as Dinamica. Veneers include the full range of wood finishes, alongside a number of technical finishes that include engine-turned aluminium and high-gloss carbon fibre, for the ultimate motorsport-inspired look.
Options for internal equipment include electrically deployed picnic tables, mood lighting and diamond knurling for all the metal switchgear. Music, meanwhile, can be provided via the standard Bentley Signature Audio system, the 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen for Bentley system, or the pinnacle of in-car audio, Naim for Bentley.
