Bentley’s lineup goes via a revolution of hybridization, and the Flying Spur is subsequent because the Crewe group simply revealed the newest iteration of its four-door sedan. Particularly, we’re trying on the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Pace, which Bentley is labeling the fourth technology of this mannequin. It’s so assured within the automotive’s efficiency, too, that Bentley claims it to be the corporate’s “first four-door supercar.”
The brand new powertrain is Bentley’s “Extremely Efficiency Hybrid” we’ve talked loads about earlier than. It consists of a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, electrical motor and an eight-speed dual-clutch automated transmission. An enormous 25.9 kilowatt-hour battery pack is claimed to supply as much as 47 miles on the optimistic WLTP cycle, so anticipate far much less when put towards the EPA check. Whenever you unleash its full energy (in Sport mode), the Flying Spur Pace places out a mixed 771 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque. That’s adequate for a 0-60 mph dash of simply 3.3 seconds, a half second faster than the outgoing W12 mannequin. When you’re angling to drive round in EV mode, Bentley says its high velocity is 87 mph because of the 187-horsepower electrical motor. The battery will be recharged by way of the engine whereas driving or when plugged in – the declare is 2.75 hours from empty to full on an 11 kW charger.
The journey high quality of the brand new Flying Spur is improved by way of new twin-valve dampers that preserve the sporting nature of earlier than however add much more consolation because of separate management of the rebound and compression. Its new hybrid system adjustments the burden stability to be extra rear biased with a 48.3:51.7 front-to-rear bias. Plus, a brand new technology of stability management is claimed to allow a wider vary of driving kinds with out reducing in.
You’ll comprehend it’s the brand new Flying Spur on the skin because of a brand new grille, entrance bumper, lights, rear diffuser and wheels. Bentley additionally notes that almost all brightware is now completed with a darkish tint and likewise paints extra bits in physique coloration (or optionally in carbon fiber). LED puddle lamps within the doorways be a part of the occasion, and as at all times, the record of colours you’ll be able to spec the automotive in is countless.
The Flying Spur’s inside largely appears to be like the identical as earlier than, although Bentley notes it’s utilizing new seats that now function 3D diamond quilting and a brand new perforation sample. There’s a brand new darkish chrome specification for inside trim, and the tech enjoys an enormous improve. Bentley says the infotainment affords wi-fi Apple CarPlay or Android Auto now alongside over-the-air map updates. You may as well use the automotive’s app to watch the automotive’s cost standing, remotely park it or start a cabin pre-conditioning program. Bentley says its “Wellness Seating Specification” is now accessible for all 4 seats (auto local weather and postural adjustment). A brand new local weather ionization system additionally comes customary that takes benefit of an improved particulate matter filter.
Additional driver help programs be a part of, too, together with the inexperienced site visitors mild prediction seen in different VW Group autos and a driving monitor that shows a projection of the site visitors round you within the semi-assisted freeway driving mode. Bentley guarantees additional updates because the years go on, too, which is all made attainable by a brand new electrical structure underpinning this technology Flying Spur.