Bentley Motors has announced full details of its new Mulsanne - the ultimate expression of British automotive luxury.

Handcrafted in Crewe, England, by a team of highly skilled artisans, the Mulsanne is the flagship of the Bentley range, incorporating everything the British brand knows about building the world's most powerful, most luxurious cars.

For the first time, the Mulsanne family now comprises three distinct models, all with their own unique abilities and attributes. The Mulsanne, Mulsanne Speed and Mulsanne Extended Wheelbase (EWB) all share Bentley's unrivalled levels of attention to detail and craftsmanship, while at the same time catering for the needs of individual customers.

The new Mulsanne EWB, for example, has been designed with the rear seat passenger in mind. An additional 250mm of rear legroom, airline-style extending legrests and a rear compartment sunroof combine to create the most relaxing automotive environment in the world. The Mulsanne Speed, meanwhile, is tailored for the driver with 530bhp and 1,100Nm of torque. 

A suite of elegantly executed styling revisions mark the new Mulsanne out from its predecessor. The entire front end style of the car has been completely redesigned. The fenders, bonnet, radiator shell, grilles, lights and bumpers have all been updated, giving the car a more modern and integrated appearance.

On the inside, occupants will find the world's finest handcrafted wood, leather and metal fittings. The new Mulsanne also boasts redesigned seats, new door trims and armrests, unique glass switchgear and an industry-leading palette of 24 exquisite hide colours.

The new Mulsanne range will make its global debut at the Geneva Motor Show, with first customer deliveries beginning in the summer.