Bentley Continental Supersports: the most powerful premium GT in the world

Bentley has unveiled the new Continental Supersports in coupé and convertible versions. The British grand tourer is the most powerful and fastest luxury four-seater in the world.

Thanks to the new turbochargers fitted to its W12 engine, power has been increased by 80 CV (up to 710 CV) and torque by 217 Nm, reaching 1,017 Nm compared with the 2009 version. With these figures, the power-to-weight ratio is 10% more favourable.

The Supersports name is part of the legend of BentleyThese incredible figures allow the new Continental Supersports to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds, making it the most powerful and fastest Bentley, capable of reaching 336 km/h.

The new W12 powertrain is paired with a torque vectoring system that increases the vehicle’s traction when cornering. It is one more improvement to an already highly effective traction system, which sends 60% of the engine’s power to the rear axle, for efficiency and sportiness. The new Bentley GT has seen its weight reduced compared with the previous version. In addition, a titanium exhaust system is available as an option, saving a further 5 kg.

The Supersports also comes equipped with a new torque converter that disengages more quickly, so the car makes better use of its high torque and accelerates more rapidly. This grand tourer includes high-performance carbon ceramic brakes with an improved cooling system.

The British grand tourer has always stood out for its exceptional balance of luxury and performance. “The name Supersports is part of the legend of Bentley. From the first Supersports of the 1920s to the Continental Supersports of 2009, and now with the third version of this iconic model, its name continues to inspire passion. Only Bentley could create a car that combines spectacular performance with unsurpassed luxury,” says Wolfgang Dürheimer, president and chief executive officer of Bentley Motors.