Bentley Continental GT

Bentley Continental GT

A beautifully sculptured body gives the new Bentley Continental GT coupe an even crisper, more defined appearance. The contemporary interior offering new levels of cabin design, comfort and hand-crafted luxury. The seats, for example, just Provide Greater Support and rear leg room, even a sweeping dash more style and modernity. The new touch-screen infotainment system features state-of-the-art navigation, Google Maps and entertainment, while the latest technology and Balanced Mode Radiator loudspeaker Dirac Dimensions ™ digital sound processing deliver enhanced audio quality.

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Bentley Continental Flying Spur Series 51

Bentley Continental Flying Spur Series 51

Bentley has reserved the limited-edition Sapelli Pomelle veneer (Which Provides a rare, naturally occurring quilted effect in the wood) for the Series 51 Flying Spur and a range of further options, including Bentley's leather trimmed child seat and scatter cushions for the rear seats , May Also be specified further queries to complement the exclusive design.

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Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible

Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible

The inspiration for the 'Supersports' name is the 1925 Bentley Supersports, a race-bred version of the iconic Bentley 3-liter, 85bhp Delivered khi that more ordinary cars were equipped with a modest 15bhp. It was the first production cũng car to reach 100mph - extreme performance in its day.

The new, four-seat muscular Supersports Bentley Continental Convertible is unmistakably Bentley design and craftsmanship in its pen its interiorsignifies a dramatic re-Interpretation of Bentley luxury. Satin-finished carbon fiber, Alcantara ™ and 'Soft Grip' leather create a unique ambience with a distinctly contemporary style and Sporting.

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Bentley Continental Supersports

Bentley Continental Supersports

The Bentley Continental Supersports began as an 'under the radar' project exploring the possibilities of weight reduction on the Bentley Continental GT but with more power and torque. A largely experimental process crystallised over a period of 24 months into an official new car programme, driven by the passion and enthusiasm of a small group of Bentley engineers and designers. The results are dramatic. With 630PS (621 bhp) and new 'Quickshift' transmission that halves shift times, the Bentley Continental Supersports sets new performance benchmarks for Bentley. It accelerates from 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds (0-100 km / h in 3.9 seconds) with a top speed of 204 mph (329 km / h).

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Bentley Mulsanne

Bentley Mulsanne

The new Bentley Mulsanne, Designed and engineered from the ground at Crewe-up, reaffirms the intent to mark's flagship create a new Bentley with refined performance, Unparalleled Levels of interior luxury and coach building skills to the fore.

The return of the name Mulsanne Bentley's sporting heritage underline and passion for power and speed. Nothing better than prowess That Reflects the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours, a race you won on Bentley That six occasions, where, powerful and reliable STI race cars down the long Thunderer Le Mans Mulsanne straight Into the famous corner, Which the new model from STI Takes name.

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Bentley Continental GT (2012)

Bentley Continental GT (2012)

Conception of the Bentley Continental GTFor Crewe and engineering teams, the new Bentley Continental GT Coupe is a leadership opportunity to define a bold and exciting for one of the most revered names Bentley - Continental. The founder and successful Bentley Continental GT, introduced in 2003 represented the first step in the rebirth of Bentley and defines an entirely new market segment. It was an ergonomics offers luxury GT was faithful to the spirit. Now the new Grand Touring Bentley Continental GT coupe 4 seater built on the success of its iconic predecessor, capturing the spirit of GT, but with the design standards, engineering, luxury, craftsmanship, dynamic performance, daily practice and refinement.

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Bentley Mulsanne (2011)

Bentley Mulsanne (2011)

MulsanneWhile Bentley Bentley Great tribute to the past, the memory for the new model for Bentley Mulsanne and teams of engineers was to create a Bentley that represents the pinnacle of British luxury Bentley Mulsanne motoring.The new, designed and built at Crewe from the base reaffirms the intention of creating a new flagship Bentley with refined performance, new levels of interior luxury and technical skills to return the name fore.The Mulsanne Bentley underscores the racing heritage and passion for the power and speed. Dexterity nothing better reflects the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans, a race that Bentley has won six times, where his powerful race car and reliable long thundered on the famous Mulsanne straight at Le Mans corner of the new model, which takes name.

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Top 007 Cars

Daniel Craig as James Bond returned to the theater, which once again take advantage of the latest installment of James Bond Aston Martin power, now is a good time to remember the best cars in the 007's long history.

Two experts Bond - Lee Pfeiffer, co-author of "James the key link" and editor of Cinema Retro magazine, and Ray Dempsey, contributes to the "James Bond in the 21st Century" book - offer their thoughts on the wheels of best Bond.

Our experts are bound by few rules: cars should be equipped with some sort of MI6 gadget, Bond had behind the wheel at a time and the car would be more than a passing appearance in the film. Here are their picks, including a couple that slip past the rules.

No. 1: 1964 Aston Martin DB5
"Goldfinger," 1965

1964 Aston Martin DB5

Both agreed that nothing tops this Aston Martin. "The DB5 launched the era of space-aged gadgets that would become a hallmark of the series," Pfeiffer says, "much to the chagrin of Sean Connery, who felt the character of Bond was now overshadowed by the hardware." Dempsey concurs: "Cars have loomed large in films and TV for years, but none have had the panache of the car introduced by M in 'Goldfinger.' It had the audacious passenger ejection seat, oil slick dispenser, machine guns, a bulletproof rear barrier, tire slashing hubcaps and revolving license plates. I think it appealed to every male, from teenager to retiree."

No. 2: 1975 Lotus Esprit
"The Spy Who Loved Me," 1977

1975 Lotus Esprit

Another jointly praised effort. Dempsey calls it "a clever product from Q's laboratory. Not only a car that looked fast standing still, it converted to a submarine capable of laying underwater mines and firing lethal antiaircraft missiles." Kind of beats electronic stability control, eh? Pfeiffer notes that producers needed quite a few Esprits to make the movie. "Six cars were used to achieve these effects, as well as miniature models — though none were actually amphibious. One of the remaining vehicles is now owned by the Ian Fleming Foundation."

No. 3: 1997 BMW 750iL
"Tomorrow Never Dies," 1997

1997 BMW 750iL

After a BMW Z3 (the first Bond car not built in England) made a fleeting appearance in 1996's "GoldenEye," Pierce Brosnan got an upgrade for his second shot at 007. "The 750iL is the centerpiece for a spectacular car chase through a multilevel parking garage," Pfeiffer says. "Bond controls the speeding car from the backseat by using Q Branch's special Ericsson cell phone that allows him to also engage a weapons system that includes magnetic flash grenades, tear gas, metal spike dispenser, rockets and a chain cutter. And you thought your monthly cell phone fees were sky-high!"

No. 4: 1985 Aston Martin Volante
"The Living Daylights," 1987

1985 Aston Martin Volante

Our first view of Timothy Dalton as 007 brought with it this sleek, ingenious car. Want options? Pfeiffer has 'em: "Laser beam devices concealed in the hubcaps, bullet-proof windows, a dashboard weapons control system, concealed rockets and a jet propulsion device." Not to mention that nifty self-destruct button.

No. 5: 1930s Bentley Mark IV Convertible
"From Russia With Love," 1963

1930s Bentley Mark IV Convertible

Not exactly the kind of car that Bond would become famous for down the road. "Although the car featured no weaponry, it did have one 'high-tech' gadget for 1963: a telephone," Pfeiffer says. "The vehicle symbolizes the old-world elegance that made Bond an icon of style and sophistication — and he doesn't need help from Q Branch to lure a willing lady into the backseat of the Bentley for 'lunch.'" Who needs lasers when your car will do that for you?

No. 6: 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish
"Die Another Day," 2002

2002 Aston Martin Vanquish

Both writers have this one on their lists, but damn it with faint praise. Pfeiffer notes that the Vanquish comes "equipped with the usual arsenal of weaponry: retractable shotguns, spiked tires, missiles, machine guns and, in the ultimate sign originality was waning by this point, the reintroduction of an ejector seat." Dempsey likes it for its ability to become invisible, "pun intended," while Pfeiffer thinks that trick "brought the absurdity to levels that made 'Moonraker' look like 'Citizen Kane.'" Ouch.

No. 7: 1999 BMW Z8
"The World is Not Enough," 1999

1999 BMW Z8

This Beemer (or Bimmer, if you want to get technical — but we're not going to get into that debate) can move, which can be "quite useful in 007's profession," Pfeiffer notes. With its V-8 that hits 60 mph in 5 seconds, the Z8 has other goodies as well. "Everyday drivers may find it exciting to discover their new car's cupholder can accommodate a 44-ounce Big Gulp cup from 7-11," Pfeiffer says, "but Q Branch indulges Bond's vehicle with two ground-to-air missiles almost as an afterthought." That'll clear out a lane for you.

Honorable Mention: 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
"Dr. No," 1962

1961 Sunbeam Alpine

No, it's not tricked out by Q, but as Dempsey says, Bond "uses his driving skill to save his life when pursued by Dr. No's henchmen. What makes this car particularly appealing is, unlike the Aston Martin or Lotus, the average guy could afford one." Hear, hear.

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Bentley Mulsanne

Bentley Motors has introduced the Mulsanne, the flagship of the company's new gran turismo, the prestigious Concours d'Elegance at Pebble Beach in Monterey, California. The Mulsanne was inspired by company founder WO Bentley coronation in 1930, the 8 liters. And it has maintained the sensitivity adj own car, who shared the podium with the new Mulsanne at Pebble Beach. This car represents the early masterpiece of the last great Bentley has been conceived, designed and built from the ground by engineers Bentley - until now.

Almost 80 years later, while taking account of this glorious past, the new Mulsanne is quite a statement of modern luxury motoring and touring. Designed, style and engineering to fully seat Bentley in Crewe, England, with its platform Mulsanne brand new and unique that goes into production next year in a new state-of ease of manufacture in the Crewe factory.

Introduction to Bentley Mulsanne at Pebble Beach, where Bentley was the featured Marque, Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen, President and CEO of Bentley Motors, said:

The challenge we put our engineers was to create a major new Bentley presented as the ultimate British luxury car, offering the world a unique driving experience. They responded to this challenge with a passion and the result is a luxury bus that sets new standards in terms of comfort, performance and qualities effortlessly refined craftsmanship for which Bentley is renowned.

The Bentley design team, led by Dirk van Braeckel, have created a lighthouse that offers the classic sport, long associated with Bentley style - expressed in a very contemporary.

From the very first hand sketches in the design studio, we were inspired by the traditions of touring Bentley and tried to develop this story to a new generation of Bentley enthusiasts.

The return of the Mulsanne name for a car with the iconic emblem Bentley Winged B highlights racing pedigree of the company and reflects the heritage nowhere better than the famous Le Mans circuit, scene of triumph Bentley no fewer than six. Few places offer a stronger connection or more emotional with the brand famous Bentley Mulsanne corner.

8-liter Bentley displayed next to Mulsanne California was first presented at the London Motor Show 1930. It was the second car was built and the company WO Bentley for two years. Capable of reaching over 100 km / h, 8-liter Bentley WO demonstrated the ambition and the ability to build a luxury car that can overcome all other major manufacturers of the time. A total of 100 cars were built in 1930 and 1931.

8 liters a breathtaking performance and the quality was perhaps the best example of pure grand Bentley. Every detail of the mechanical seal WO Bentley unique, and it was the clearest indication of the car is built without compromise, "said Dr. Ulrich Eichhorn, member of Engineering.

The Mulsanne was designed with exactly the same principles, so it is entirely appropriate that these different eras Bentley share the same stage.

Bentley Mulsanne will go on sale in mid-2010. Also appear in the upcoming Frankfurt International Motor Show (15 to 27 September. 2009), where Bentley Motors will provide additional information about the product.

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CONTINENTAL SUPERSPORTS CONVERTIBLE

Bentley Continental Convertible strengthens Supersports range supercar, Bentley, after the introduction of Bentley Continental coupe Supersport in 2009. Supersports the new convertible, with the same 630P (621bhp/463kW) biturbo W12 it is the fastest, most powerful Bentley convertible ever built, offering a unique experience in a Bentley convertible The world's most spectacular.

The inspiration for the name "Super Sport is the Bentley Supersports 1925, a race-bred version of the famous Bentley 3-liter, which made 85bhp when more than ordinary cars were equipped with a modest 15bhp. He also the first production car to reach 100 km / h - extreme performance in its time.

A new, muscular, four-seater convertible Bentley Continental Super Sport is obvious to Bentley design and craftsmanship, but it is interiorsignifies dramatic re-interpretation of luxury Bentley. Satin finished carbon fiber, Alcantara ™ and "Soft Grip" skin to create a unique sport and clearly contemporary.

All models of the Continental range, including the new Bentley Continental Convertible Super Sport is now able to use both gasoline (petrol) and E85 bio-ethanol, or both, to strengthen Bentley's continued commitment to make all vehicles compatible with biofuels in 2012. A pioneer in the Super Sports Coupe, FlexFuel this technology offers a reduction of up to 70 percent of CO2 emissions into a well to wheel "basis, a measure of fuel sales in the atmosphere, not only for tailpipe emissions.

Bentley Continental Super Sport Convertible

To ensure continuous power supply, the fuel system on-board network detects the mixing ratio of fuel in the tank and ensures that the power and torque remains constant regardless of the ratio of gasoline to biofuels.

Bentley, president and CEO Dr. Franz-Josef Paefgen welcomes the new addition to the range of Bentley, as well as standardization W12 FlexFuel engine on all Continental models, 2011:

"The new Bentley Continental Super Sport Cabriolet combines exciting performance and a dramatic style of luxury and convenience of a traditional open Bentley. Extreme combines the power of FlexFuel technology pioneer, is now distributed to all Continental models, that the continued commitment of Bentley more environmentally-racing. "

Bentley Continental Convertible Supersports - Details

The new Bentley Continental Supersport Cabriolet is a car that should be taken to be fully understood. Behind the wheel, it is obvious that Bentley Supersports is a "fusion of extremes" - the ultimate in extreme performance, daily practice and craft of unprecedented luxury.

Bentley Supersports program begins "under the radar" project examines the possibilities of weight reduction Continental GT Coupe, but with more power and torque. In much of the experimental project soon crystallized into a new program of official cars driven by passion and enthusiasm of a small group of engineers and designers to Bentley. Now Bentley Continental Convertible Super Sport has received the same priority and the results are less dramatic. Dr. Ulrich Eichhorn, member of the Board, Engineering, explains the thinking behind the project:

"Stable" extreme "Bentley now has a new occupant in the form of Bentley Continental Super Sport Cabriolet -. A car as resolute and powerful as a coupe, but with the elegance of the car roof down "

A very focused experience pure driving Bentley

With 630P (621bhp) and 800Nm (590 ft) of torque FlexFuel his pioneering and retransmission Quickshift "Supersports Bentley Continental Convertible is the fastest Bentley ever built convertible. Accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds (0-100km / h in 4.2 seconds) and the conditions permit, may continue to a top speed of 202 mph (325 kmh).

The increasing power and torque are transmitted to the AWD system through a revised transmission and quick six-speed Quick Shift, which more than half the crossing time (in only 93 milliseconds) and maximizes the potential for huge new Convertible . The gearbox has also revised the ability to deliver double downshifts (sixth to fourth gear, for example) and improves acceleration throughout the speed range. To cope with the power and torque, the planetary gear ZF transmission is also enhanced.

positive torque when downshifting reached by the engine and transmission interact electronic controller for the gas booster and injection of fuel during overrun. When transmitting high gear, fuel and ignition cut for a while to give more rapidly altering the timing of mechanical torque reduction could also improve the ride quality and durability.

The extreme performance Bentley Continental Convertible Super Ports is compensated by precise handling characteristics while maintaining levels of first class comfort and refinement. Developed from GTC Speed, includes improvements Retuning chassis electronics Continuous Damping Control (CDC) system, stiffer suspension bushings front and revised rear anti-roll bar. Bentley Continental Super Sport Cabriolet also share his ride height with GTC Speed, who sits 10mm (0.4in) below the front and 15mm (0.6in) lower back that the standard RCT.

The front suspension after the lever is a thicket of new hydraulic design, 33 percent stiffer than the speed GTC, improving steering response and improve the bar swing back provides better body control and turn-in response.

Have to CDC-system provides better control of body movement to find the optimum balance of handling and ride comfort under all driving movements. Agility is further exacerbated by a ratio of 40:60 rear-biased torque is divided into four-wheel drive system that reduces understeer in hard cornering, allowing an experienced driver to modulate the line of cars and the balance of control precise gas.

9.5Jx20-inch forged aluminum wheels, split Super Sports Coupé weight savings, providing 10 kg (22 pounds) per vehicle, to reduce unsprung weight and rotating mass, and an open 10-spoke wheel is a good cooling brake. The rear wheels are 25 mm (1 inch) offset a result greater than 50 mm (2 inches) increase in the back of the track also benefits handling and stability.

Lightweight wheels fitted with 275/35 ZR 20 Pirelli Ultra High Performance tires, providing excellent performance management. The pneumatic system-standard form of monitoring allows the driver to select the type of tires and the parameters of speed range. And pressure monitoring, the system alerts the driver if the speed is too high for the tire pressure or tire speed indications are exceeded on winter tires.

Bentley Continental Convertible Super Sport is an advanced Electronic Stability Program (ESP), the intervention of moderate to low speeds, more powerful engine and improved chassis, improving driver interaction and control. New ESP also offers a faster re-pair after the surgery, the greater control when the driver occupied. The objective of briefs increased by over 90 percent of gas to use all the available longitudinal traction. out of turns, agility is therefore also improve the driver to increase participation. Together with the tire frame, and track changes over time, improved grip, turn, and agility.

Carbon ceramic brakes are standard equipment and offer a reduction in rotating and unsprung mass of 20 kg (44 pounds) of the front axle, benefiting steering response, traction and ride comfort. The large diameter (420 mm front, rear 356 mm) discs and eight-piston calipers provide light performance fade-resistant braking with minimal distortion of the disc under high temperature conditions. Pedal feel is also improved with a shorter, high efficiency and precise pressure point.

Conception of the "extreme" Bentley convertible where form follows function

The design evolution of the Bentley Continental Convertible Supersport is largely a matter of form follows function, with new sculptural forms signaling determines the technical changes in the skin. The major changes in engineering design Supersports driven include:

- Revised front air intakes and a new bonnet taken to improve air flow and cooling

- Flared rear fenders to accommodate a wider track

- A discreet bootlid spoiler beneficial aerodynamic balance at high speeds

The increasing power and torque of the motor W12 need an extra 10 percent for air flow turbocharger boost and dual cooling system. With the extensive use of techniques of computational fluid dynamics, Bentley's designers responded with a dramatic and deliberate style, including large vertical openings for admission. Double ventilation hood were added to ensure positive air extraction.

Similarly, brand new rear fender burned to accommodate the 50 mm (2 inches) wider track rear axle are designed to highlight the attractiveness of the convertible powerful ultra-high performance. The resulting Bentley Continental Convertible Supersport style combines the look of the graceful Continental GTC with a broad aspect, the base character, muscular reflecting their more extreme.

Bentley Continental Super Sport Cabriolet Coupé stablemate in common, Bentley is in the position in the portfolio of its own, as Raul Pires, Head of Exterior Design says.

"Bentley Continental Super Sport Coupe and convertible Bentley is the definitive guide, and reflects the unique signals, which offer a bold, sporty looking car from any angle they are admired. Up to 50 meters behind the dark path, you can only say Super Sports. "

From the front, radiator, hood and grille vents are double elimination smoked steel finish. Derived from an innovative technology that is normally used to apply a layer of luxury watches and specialized tools of the industry, physical vapor deposition (PVD) is a long and complex process that involves depositing vaporized metal on the surface of the In this case, stainless steel.

Give a darker tone, the strongest aspect is the first use of a PVD finish on stainless steel in the automotive industry. In addition to steel finishes smoky, a glossy black finish housing the headlights and taillights give a distinctive character Supersports Bentley Continental convertible and more muscular posterior visual impact.

Renewed - and aerodynamics - exterior match the exterior paint of choice, and around windows and doors to replace the term polished stainless steel to meet the smoky grill. Attractive, shiny black Bentley-branded brake calipers act on carbon ceramic brakes. Surrounding the brakes have a unique 20-inch forged alloy wheels smoked steel finish that is exclusively for Super models Sports. Large-diameter exhaust emissions are cut off by a car around a resolute attitude, viewed from behind. Under the hood Supersports signs grace the cover of 630PS (621bhp) W12 engine.

Bentley Continental Convertible Supersports a cloth cover electrical control, the isolation of three layers with acoustic technology offers excellent levels of refinement and comfort when they are high. A selection of eight bell colors are available, including a new option dark metallic gray, which is made of acrylic fibers weaving "gray" with the fibers of a "metal effect" semi-transparent in a twill construction to create directional effect of color.

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EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE MIDDLE EAST

Bentley Motors launches two special edition models only to Continental in the Middle East

A total of only 50 Continental Flying Spur and Continental Flying Spur Speed ​​car Saudi Arabia

(Crewe, England), Bentley Motors has announced two single continental model, which was designed and intended exclusively for the Middle East market. These special cars were created in Bentley's Crewe headquarters of both models offer a variety of notable features of the particular order Arab clients.

Middle East markets are today 10 percent of retail sales of Bentley around the world and has doubled its share of the global share of sales over the past five years. This trend has continued despite the recent global downturn.

From Bentley's first dealership in Dubai, the network has become strong nine in 2010, with dealers in Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jeddah, Riyadh and Al Khobar. These two new models were launched specifically for this market.

The Continental Flying Spur and Continental Flying Spur Speed ​​Saudi Arabia to keep all the company's strong performance cylindrical and Continental Flying Spur Speed, the fastest sedan in the world of luxury four-door, but with a range of other features outside and indoor create the ultimate in distinguished and elegant line designed for the Arab market.

Both cars are characterized by some subtle exterior and interior motifs Arabia. These include a wing panel, plate tread and cap badge ashtray - all bearing the signature Arabia.

W12 high-performance, 6-liter engine is in no way diminished. Flying Spur Arabia will be able to reach a potential top speed of 312 km / h and 0-100 km / h sprint takes only 4.9 seconds. The Flying Spur Speed ​​offers a powerful 600 hp Arabic version (610 hp, 449 kW) Bentley's highly acclaimed W12 with 553 Nm (750 Nm) of torque. This is an increase of 9 per cent of production and an increase of 15 percent of couples of its sister model, and will run 0-100 km / h in 4.8 seconds top speed 322 km / h.

Single wheels are available in both models. The Continental Flying Spur Arabia is designed with a diamond wheel alloy 14-spoke style, which has an incredible power over a small area and allows better air circulation possible for the brake discs.

For the Continental Flying Spur Speed ​​Arabia, lively, athletic, bright silver, 10-spoke 20-inch wheels are included, and are also compatible with optional ceramic carbon brakes.

Bentley's ability to add another touch, well-run estate is slotted ventilated seats effectively cool and heat the body, helping the driver and passengers always have to keep warm. Handcrafted features that are synonymous with the name of Bentley also picnic tables in the back of the front seats silver medallion with vanity mirror, chrome rim waistrails the door and carpet deep carpet of fur trim. To the surprise and delight the customer, even the gas cap is designed with jewelry in mind and is designed with bright chrome shield of the famous "B".

Reasons of simplicity, an extra valet key is to offer limited functionality, which allows the car can be driven without hands or glove compartment. This will ensure the safe storage of personal items for the services of valet parking.

Other options that offer the luxury and sophistication of customers include adaptive cruise control "to continue to stop the function, a rearview camera system, iPod interface connected to the infotainment and mobile privacy front and rear car.

Geoff Dowding, Regional Director of Asia and the Middle East, said:

"We created these exclusive new models is also the Arab recognition of the growing importance of customers in these influential customers. Bentley has a long and proud tradition of design and be able to customize the specific design of our car and driving tastes of our Bentleys customers and this special edition to introduce these powers in the Middle East market. "

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THE NEW BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT

For the design of Crewe and crew, the new Continental GT coupe the chance to put a bold and exciting direction for one of the most revered names of Bentley - Continental. The revolutionary and highly successful Continental GT was introduced in 2003 was the first step in Bentley's renaissance, and defined a new market segment. It was a luxury GT, with excellent usability, which has remained faithful to the spirit of Bentley grand touring.

Now, the new Continental GT coupe 4 seater based on the success of its predecessor iconic GT captures the spirit, but with even higher standards of design, engineering, luxury, craftsmanship, performance dynamic, daily practice and refinement.

Beautifully designed a new body to give the GT coupe even more, look more defined. Contemporary interior design offers a new level of cabin comfort and luxury craft. Places, for example, to provide support even more legroom and the back, even more spectacular dash of style and modernity. New infotainment touch-screen navigation system features state-of-the-art, Google Maps and entertainment, while the latest Balanced Mode Radiator loudspeaker technology, and the dimensions Dirac ™ digital sound processing to give a better sound quality .

Bentley acclaimed 6-liter 12-cylinder twin-turbo transmission now raised 575PS power (567bhp/423kW) and 700Nm (£ 516 ft) of torque, and this is coupled with a new transmission Quickshift, allowing the double staircase. Thanks to advanced technology FlexFuel can also be used as standard unleaded petrol (gasoline) and a sustainable bio-ethanol (up to E85) or a combination of these two.

At the end of 2011 a brand new engine, high-power 8-cylinder can also be ordered. This advanced power unit to provide 40 per cent reduction compared to the W12 engine, and offers world-class CO2 emissions, the relationship between power, performance and refinement, where Bentley.

Both engines are coupled to a drive on four wheels with sport 40:60 partial rear pair (compared to the original bias of the Continental GT 50:50), which reduces understeer in the corners and allowing the driver experienced for the control of the car line and balance the throttle with precision.

"The new Continental GT is a car a work of art, an excellent professional and elegant design. It drives like a supercar, but without the usual sacrifices for the race, or practicality. It 's a car that can be enjoy every moment of every day. "

Dr. Franz-Josef Paefgen, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

New Continental GT Coupe - Overview

Sculptural exterior styling

- Production techniques, such as aluminum Super Formation (fenders front and rear hatch), allowing for a more sculptured body and a sharp "power lines"

- Unique gems LED headlamps, daytime running lights

- Add to erect a matrix radiator grille with a horseshoe and a new double "back profile of the next event is the highlight - Bentley Mulsanne

Contemporary, cottage craft

- New interior with dashboard bold, sweeping and finish instrument panel skin soft to the touch skin

- "Cobra" Marked seat designs for comfort and improved rear cabin space

- A new touch screen infotainment system introduces 30 GB satellite navigation with advanced dynamic guidance, the seven-digit Zip entry and Google Map for compatibility (specific market)

- Audio playback systems, wide range of frequencies Balanced Mode Radiator Speaker Series

- Dimensions revolutionary Dirac ™ DSP for exceptional sound quality (for premium audio Naim Bentley).

W12 more powerful V8 and a new high-performance engines with flex-fuel

- 6-liter W12 twin-turbo engine produces 575p (567bhp/423kW) and 700 nm (£ 516 ft) of torque.

- 0 to 60 km / h in 4.4 seconds (0 to 100 km / h in 4.6 seconds)

- 0 - 100 mph in 10.2 seconds (0-160 km / h in 10.2 seconds)

- The maximum speed of 198 mph (318 kmh)

- Weight gain of 65 kg in general (143 pounds) of the previous

- New high-performance, high-performance V8 engine which will be published in late 2011.

Bentley driving experience dynamic

- Transmission ZF 6HP28 with "Quickshift", which cuts 50% of the variation in time and allows you to double downshifts

- New 40:60 torque distribution between rear-biased system for all-wheel drive reduces understeer in corners and gives a better differentiation of the lineage and the attitude of "gas control"

- Increased front and rear tracks enhance traction and stability

- Advanced ESC system fully exploits the potential of the more powerful engine and improved chassis W12

- 20 "(optional) 21" wheels

OUTSIDE sculptural integrity breathes quality and design

Inspired by the famous Bentley's past, the design team led by Bentley Design Director Dirk van Braeckel created a thoroughly modern, sculpted body is built with advanced production technology to ensure the most high standards of quality and integrity of the body.

Aluminum Super Design Technology is used to create the front fenders and tailgate. This heats up the aluminum panels to almost 500 degrees before the formulation of the atmospheric pressure. Using a single piece of aluminum without seams or welding is required.

With the construction of the plant technology to produce sharp, well-defined property lines and the shape of each area of ​​appearance. Familiarity with power lines and the rear legs - the echoes of the 1950 original R-Type Continental - now even more rays to create a very different surface, that seems like a really large machine laughing a new coupe.

The new face of the GT coupe is bolder than ever. The radiator grille is classic Bentley vertical array, while the design of new projectors, four lamps in traditional format, has exquisite jewel detailing especially catchy lamps, LED daytime.

In the back, "floating" LED lamps Bentley signature extending around the corners of the wings, with emphasis on the width of the new coupe and proactive. The track is wider by 41 mm front and 48 mm in the rear than the previous model. The trunk has a pattern of powerful design "double horseshoe," the new Bentley Mulsanne, while elliptical flared exhaust pipes enhance the powers of the new GT sports.

Form a new GT coupe body is also more aerodynamic result of detailed analysis in the wind tunnel. Along with various improvements to the large platform (such as the wheel arches and exhaust aerodynamic aids) GT 0.33Cd coefficient of drag has been reduced and lift the front and rear has been reduced to create a high-speed stability.

The new GT is defined by 20-inch alloy wheels as standard, and that the first family of Continental, the option to upgrade to 21-inch models. Three wheel styles are offered - a version of 20-inch five-spoke 21-inch and two changes and sport stylish split-rim, which come in various chrome and painted finishes.

"The new GT coupe is a sporty yet stronger than ever. It is an unusually refined and comfortable Grand Tourer 2 +2, but with heart, soul and watch a supercar."

Dirk van Braeckel, design director

CONTEMPORARY hand with Bentley ADVANCED CAB FAMA

With an interior made entirely by hand, puts new standards Continental GT car in the sophistication and luxury to create an elegant space where up to four people can relax in total comfort.

The dashboard and instrument flying wings Bentley subtly echo pattern and is shaped by the highest leather quality soft touch. New touch screen technology and chrome rings bezelled are housed in this dynamic cockpit, which passes the center console in the form of dramatic rises "wing" foothills.

The removal of seats and unique design "Cobra" are very comfortable with the introduction of the last body, auxiliary materials, which use foam to make complex soft at first touch, but with good support on long journeys.

Additional ventilation can be defined on the front seat and high, massage in which 10 individual cells and individual side airbags are standard on all passengers. The front seatbelts have electrically powered automatic presentation, the instability-up effortlessly. driver's knee airbag are standard installation.

The new GT offers great ease of use everyday. The new slim-line seats with heavy ridges also a further 46mm of legroom for rear passengers and easy access to the rear of the cabin.

No other Grand Tourer delivers unparalleled levels of sophistication with advanced noise cancellation technology including acoustic glazing, floor panels and shields hidden anti-vibration in the cabin.

The interior is lined with soft leather, a wide range of wood veneers, metal and cool-touch deep carpets - all unbeatable workshops Bentley factory in Crewe, England. The attention to detail extends even to apply a UV stabilizer to protect the bleaching of wood veneers, ensuring that they can enjoy the novel for decades to come.

Each leather hide sewn again under the watchful eye Bentley and highly skilled craftsmen and women. By inserting a smart, angular "ramps" on the back leather, interior designers have created a strong, well-defined style of lines, while maintaining soft.

Other features include a simple and practical start as standard brake supply, electronic parking assist away and a new design, leather-lined storage compartment doors with integrated bottle holder.

Perhaps the newest storage device and elegant in the new Continental GT is the refined design, case folding, removable containing items such as keys and pens, and can also be stored in a pocket or purse. Fact sheet to match the interior of the coupe, if (available as an option at extra cost) is finished with inlaid Bentley wings, satin chrome and leather-wrapped, and is in a place above the holders Dual beverage in the center console.

. "The new GT Coupe interior combines form, functionality and innovation Our task was to translate the original sketches for the interior - which was quite extreme, almost revolutionary for a Bentley -. In the final design result is a moving carrier Continental GT to the next generation. "

Darren Day, Senior Designer

infotainment systems advanced class

In addition to its modern cabin, the new Continental GT also has new advanced touch technology with rich images and a map of 30 GB hard disk.

8-inch screen of the car audio system, telephone, ride and comfort settings, and the latest radio-navigation system that uses a car as well as hard-disk and a DVD player to use the route information. It also uses a dynamic navigation to guide you in the areas of destinations heavy traffic States using geo-tagged photos on SD memory card and is compatible with Google Maps (specific market).

Infotainment system with input postal code to 7 digit uses a combination of touchscreen controls and a classic knurled rotary switch to provide immediate feedback on usability and clear. A graphical display user interface has been designed to ensure the home for the graphics are fully compatible with the style of furniture. Look carefully and you will see that the thumb changes the display is a "virtual" echoed around the knurled switch.

Continental GT, a new infotainment system offers the best car audio entertainment. Eight-speaker sound system is offered as standard uses the latest technology Balanced Mode Radiator. These compact speakers single plate, exceptional clarity in a wide range of frequencies.

A 11-speaker Naim for Bentley system - designed exclusively for fans of British Continental GT Naim - Dimensions ™ uses revolutionary Dirac digital signal processing. The technology industry first creates a real "sound field" regardless of the speaker configuration to provide concert hall quality sound reproduction for each occupant, wherever they sit.

GT Coupe also receives phone connectivity and music player, digital television (if possible) and playback of DVD movies. Music can be played and controlled directly from an iPod ® and a six-disc CD changer, SD card reader or directly from the drive the car hard drive that can store up to 15 GB of music .

MORE POWERFUL NEW V8 W12 high efficiency high

Continental GT will be a choice of two very special high-performance engines. In addition, the new version of the famous Crewe W12 575PS 6.0-liter powertrain, a new high-performance 4.0-liter V8 option will be introduced towards the end of 2011.

The new 4.0-liter V8 engine delivering on its commitment to the environment to provide a Bentley engine that achieves an improvement of 40 percent of CO2 emissions. The new V8 has been specifically designed by Bentley's engineers to provide all the power and torque exciting synonymous with the brand. The new engine built at Crewe will also offer a ruling class CO2 output ratio.

At launch, the new Continental GT Coupe is powered by the latest developments in Bentley acclaimed 12-cylinder biturbo engine of 6 liters and is calibrated to deliver even greater performance due to increased power, torque and fuel efficiency.

Designed in a unique configuration "W", it is the most compact and high-tech 12-cylinder engine in the world. Four camshafts and 48 valves allow the engine to breathe better and help create the wave that Bentley torque. It is also capable of running on petrol (gasoline), E85 ethanol or any mixture of both - from a single reservoir.

In 2008, Bentley has announced wide-ranging environmental program, which included a 15 percent improvement in efficiency of the engine unit and the adoption of the range Bentley and FlexFuel technology by 2012. Bentley FlexFuel models are able to provide the CO2 reduction potential of up to 70 percent "well-to-wheel" basis - the CO2 released from the fuel production (well) through the introduction of its products (the bike).

To ensure that the power and torque is constant (regardless of fuel), an advanced sensor fuel quality monitors the relationship between fuels. Then guides the Engine Control Unit to adjust the engine stalling. This allows an even dispersal of Bentley motors are known, and ensures that there is no compromise on performance when using fuels that emit less CO2.

In addition, changes in the new GT coupe with the engine are low friction and light elements, which allow you to format W12 engine more freely, but the most recent control system and engine life, low inertia turbocharger optimized to reduce minimizing turbo lag.

Overall, the GT coupe is 65 kg lighter than its predecessor, thanks to deduct all parts of engines and cars through new places. His power off 15PS and torque of 50 Nm - and 575PS (567bhp/423kW) and 700Nm (£ 516 m) - the result of an improvement of 6 percent of the power of the new GT to weight ratio, making it able to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds (0-100 km / h in 4.6 sec), a top speed of 198 mph (318 km / h).

More power and torque delivered through a system of four-wheel drive system for improved transmission Quickshift six-speed transmission, which halves the transition time (only 200 milliseconds). Renewed change also has the ability to produce dual scale (sixth fourth gear, for example), and improves acceleration throughout the range of gear. To cope with the increased power and torque of planetary gear set of a ZF six-speed gearbox has been confirmed.

positive torque when downshifting reached by the engine and transmission interact electronic controller for the gas booster and injection of excess fuel, hand throttle again "blips" to match exactly rev. When transmitting high gear, fuel and ignition cut for a while to give more rapidly altering the timing of mechanical torque reduction could also improve the ride quality and durability.

"The extra power and torque W12 and provide transmission Quickshift new GT supercar performance with instant access to all complete systems. At the same time, innovative use of technology FlexFuel Bentley underscores our continued commitment to the environment" .

Brian Gush, Director, chassis and powertrain engineering

All-wheel drive for RIDE AND HANDLING OPTIMIZED

Both engines are state-of-the-art, four-wheel drive system uses advanced Torsen differential. This ensures a safe yet dynamic sports car handling on all road conditions and in all weather conditions.

In the new coupe, with powers shared bias 40:60 back for a much sportier feel in terms of handling and acceleration to mid-turn. But it can immediately adjust the flow distribution between the front and rear wheels depending on available grip. In addition, an upgraded electronic stability control (ESC) provides additional security and grabbed what your driving style.

The chassis of the new GT offers the optimal route and the balance of the car. The large front and rear promote performance and agile handling, while the amounts forged aluminum monoblock high rigidity of the front suspension and rear cast aluminum gravity in collaboration with an anti-roll springs and redesigned and tweaked dampers. The result is better response and stability at any speed.

Continuous Damping Control (CDC) constantly monitors the car's attitude and confidence. By adjusting the suspension settings hundreds of times per second that can provide a very smooth ride at low speeds and increase the control rates climb. It may also lower the car in a "V-Max" to improve the stability of the fastest.

Summary

Throughout the history of Bentley, hikers wrought great iconic brand's reputation. In the 1950s the great R-Type Continental has set new standards of performance and style. In 2003, the Continental GT has revolutionized the luxury coupe market, combining performance and supercar dynamics with remarkable everyday practices.

Now the new Continental GT coupe sets even higher standards in all areas of design, craftsmanship and technology.

"We distilled nearly 90 years of engineering excellence in the new Continental GT coupe. It represents all that is synonymous with Bentley. Impressive performance, quality design and unique comfort and luxury"

Dr. Ulrich Eichhorn, Member of the Board, Engineering

SPECIFICATIONS

MOTOR

Type: 6-liter twin-turbo W12

Maximum power: 567bhp / 423kW / 575PS @ 6000 rpm

Maximum torque: 700Nm / 516lb/ft @ 1,700 rpm

TRANSMISSION

6-speed automatic with paddle wheel and ZF Quickshift

Transmission: Continuous all-wheel drive (40:60 rear bias)

Key figures

The first. 4.17

2e. 2.34

3e. 1.52

Quarto. 1.14

5e. 0.87

6: 0.69 e

Final drive: 3,526

BODY BUILDING

Steel monocoque

BRAKES

Front: 405mm ventilated discs (420 mm silicon carbide Optional carbon, Cruz drilled)

Rear: 335 mm ventilated discs (356 mm optional carbon carbide, cross-drilled)

WHEELS AND TYRES

9.5 J x 20 "(optional 9.5 J x 21")

275/40ZR 20 (optional 275/35 ZR21 includes an option for wheels)

BRANCH

Type: Rack and pinion, steering, speed-sensitive Servotronic ZF

Turns lock to lock: 2.6 turns

Turning radius: 11.3 million

SUSPENSION

Front: Four-link double wishbones, computer-controlled self-leveling air suspension, anti roll bar.

Rear: Multi-arm trapezoid self-leveling air suspension controlled by computer with rollbar.

Attenuation: continuous damping control, the dynamic performance tuned.

DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase 2746 mm / 108.1 in

Total length 4806 mm / 189.2 in

Width (whole body) 1944 mm / 76.5 in

Width (including mirrors) 2227 mm / 87.7 in

Height 1404 mm / 55.3 in

Fuel tank capacity 90 liters / 20 liters / 24 gallons

Boot volume of 358 liters / 12.6 cubic feet

Curb weight (EU) 2320 kg / 5,115 GBP

Gross vehicle weight 2,750 kg / 6,063 GBP

PERFORMANCE

Maximum speed: 198 mph (318 km / h)

0-60 mph: 4.4 seconds (0 to 100 km / h: 4.6 sec)

0-100 km / h: 10.2 seconds (0-160 km / h: 10.2 seconds)

30-50 mph (50-80 km / h): 1.7 seconds

50 to 75 mph (80 to 120 km / h): 2.9 seconds

FUEL CONSUMPTION (EU cycle) *

Urban 11.1 mpg (25.4 litres/100 km)

Suburban 24.9 miles per gallon (11.4 litres/100 km)

Combined 17.1 miles per gallon (16.5 litres/100 km)

CO2 emissions of 384 g / km

Fuel consumption (EPA cycle) **

City driving 12.0 mpg (U.S.)

Driving on the highway 19.0 mpg (U.S.)

Combined 14.0 mpg (U.S.)

Emission Control

* The fuel consumption figures are provisional and subject to approval. ** The fuel consumption figures are provisional and subject to EPA certification.

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