A New Horizon of Performance and Elegance
Bentley, synonymous with luxury and performance, has just unveiled a new and intriguing facet of its iconic Continental GT and Flying Spur: the Black Edition. This limited series, with only 400 examples available, is destined for collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. Its dark and sophisticated aesthetic merges seamlessly with potent hybrid power.
For the first time in the brand's history, the legendary 'Winged B' emblems and the Bentley inscription at the rear are cloaked in an elegant gloss black. This new visual identity, complemented by imposing 22-inch ten-spoke wheels in the same deep tone and the Blackline treatment that bathes the exterior details in lustrous black, bestows upon the Black Edition models an air of contained power.
The aesthetic boldness is further underscored by the no-cost option of brake calipers in a vibrant Mandarin color, creating an electrifying visual contrast. Discreet Black Edition badges on the front fenders seal the exclusivity of this edition.
The true essence of the Black Edition lies in the symbiosis between its distinctive design and its cutting-edge mechanics. These pioneering models embrace Bentley's new High Performance Hybrid system, a union of a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with a high-performance electric motor. The result is a combined output of 680 PS and a colossal torque of 930 Nm, catapulting performance to levels that were once the exclusive domain of the Speed versions.
The icing on the dynamic cake is the inclusion of the Bentley Performance Active Chassis, an active chassis technology until now reserved for top-of-the-range models. This intelligent system allows the driver to explore a surprisingly wide range of dynamic behaviors, from the sublime comfort of the Bentley and Comfort modes to the agility and surgical precision of the Sport mode. In the latter, the ability to send up to 100% of the power to the rear wheels promises to transform the driving experience with a more direct steering calibration and more assertive body control.
The contrast stitching, chosen by the owner, adds a touch of individuality. Elements such as ambient lighting, the innovative Bentley Rotating Display, the sports pedals, and the Mood Lighting specification elevate the onboard experience to a new level of luxury and personalization.
With the Black Edition, Bentley not only expands its range but also redefines the boundaries of the combination between impactful design and cutting-edge hybrid performance.
These 400 exclusive examples, produced at Bentley’s Dream Factory, represent a new chapter in the brand's history, where the shadow of power meets the light of innovation, creating automobiles that are true works of art in motion.