Bentley launches its new state of-the-art luxury sedan

Bentley will be launching its new state-of-the-art luxury sedan at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show on 5th March with the hopes of being the benchmark in its class.

Bentley's styling team has developed an athletic design for the new Flying Spur that combines traditional Bentley styling cues with a sporting stance and contemporary details. The interior designers have created a luxurious, spacious cabin that dresses advanced acoustic and electronic technologies in exquisite hand-crafted leather hides and wood veneers.

Powering the new Flying Spur is Bentley's renowned 6.0-litre, twin turbo W12 engine, coupled to a ZF eight-speed transmission. Developing 616bhp and 800Nm of torque, the new Flying Spur features more power than any other Bentley four-door in history. A 14 percent improvement in the power-to-weight ratio over the outgoing model delivers a breathtaking 0-100km/h time of 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 322km/h.

Weight savings in the body structure and throughout the car mean that the new Flying Spur is 50kg lighter than the first generation car, despite the additional refinement measures, enhanced technology specification and stronger structure.

Driver and passengers alike interface with the car and the outside world through touch-screen infotainment, mobile connectivity including Wi-Fi, a Rear Seat Entertainment suite and a new hand-held Touch Screen Remote which allows rear cabin occupants to control an extensive range of features from the comfort of their seat. 

"Bentley's new Flying Spur is the ultimate luxury performance sedan. Our engineers have worked tirelessly to ensure that the Flying Spur is the perfect combination of power, comfort, refinement and handcrafted quality. Fitted with the very latest technology, the new Flying Spur is equipped both for business and relaxation whilst remaining a car to enjoy from behind the wheel," commented Bentley Chairman and Chief Executive, Dr Wolfgang Schreiber.