New Bentley Continental GT speed Convertible revealed
Bentley has revealed a drop-top version of the just recently introduced Continental GT Speed. The British brand states it’s the most driver-focussed convertible in the car’s line-up, thanks to a hold of chassis enhancements as well as a much more potent version of its trademark W12 engine.
Like all of Bentley’s Speed-badged models, the Continental GT Convertible in speed trim is powered by a tuned version of the company’s twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre W12, which sends drive to all four wheels through dual-clutch eight-speed automatic gearbox.
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The engine creates 650bhp as well as 900Nm of torque, which is 23bhp much more than the basic W12 unit. Bentley states it’s sufficient for a 0-62mph time 3.7 seconds as well as a top speed of 208mph.
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Buyers likewise get a four-wheel steering system, a recalibrated version of the basic car’s traction manage software application and, just like the GT speed coupe, an digitally managed limited-slip rear differential.
Combined with the basic four-wheel drive system, the tech can now send a higher proportion of the engine’s power to the rear axle, with the new diff assisting to enhance agility as well as handling.
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Bentley has likewise provided the GT’s adaptive air suspension as well as 48-volt active roll stabilisation systems a comprehensive reworking, setting both up for maximum cornering ability. In the firmest setting, the latter system can provide 1,300Nm of force in 0.3 seconds to counteract body roll as well as keep the vehicle flat. The active anti-roll system can likewise be deactivated for much more comfortable cruising.
To assist rein-in the additional performance, Bentley provides the Continental GT speed Convertible with an optional carbon-ceramic brake package, which adds 10-piston calipers on the front axle, four-piston calipers at the rear as well as much more fade-resistant discs.
As with the Coupe, this convertible speed receives cosmetic tweaks that mark it out as the flagship. purchasers get dark chrome exterior trim as well as matching 22-inch alloy wheels, in addition to Speed-specific side skirts, illuminated treadplates as well as some discreet ‘Speed’ badging for the front wings.
The high-end GT’s material soft top is provided in a option seven colours, including a contemporary handle conventional British tweed. It’s much better insulated than the previous GT Convertible’s as well as can likewise be deployed or retracted in just 19 seconds, while moving at speeds of as much as 30mph.
Inside, the GT speed Convertible features a similar variety of performance-minded tweaks, such as an Alcantara steering wheel, diamond-quilted sports seats, sports pedals as well as a turned aluminium centre console.
The rest of the dash can be completed in a option of four veneers at no extra cost, although Bentley does offer a even more three choices as paid extras.
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