Bentley Continental GT Speed BSIV

Continental GT Speed BSIV Review

Bentley Motors Limited is acclaimed to be one of the most expensive luxury car brands in the Indian as well as global car markets. This company has a fleet of scintillating luxury vehicles that are flawless and pristine in their design. One of the company’s most recent additions to their unbelievable fleet of luxury cars is the all new Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible, which is being acclaimed as one of the fastest four seater convertible vehicles prevalent across the world. This convertible has some top class and highly sophisticated comfort features that will make the drive a very memorable experience. Apart from these comfort aspects, the company has also fitted this high end luxury convertible, the Bentley Continental GT Speed with a power packed 6.0-litre petrol engine that has a twin turbocharger that can generate incredible power and torque outputs. This commanding petrol mill has been skillfully mated with an 8-speed automatic transmission for smooth shifts. The company has also fitted this luxuriant convertible with top-of-the-line safety aspects as well, for enhanced protection and safety of all the occupants.

Exteriors

The outsides of the Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible are flawless and have been done up with accurate efficiency and skill. The front façade is astutely designed with a lot of chrome treatment and a perforated radiator grille. The signature emblem of the company is embedded at the tip of the bonnet. This radiator grille is flanked by a round shaped head light cluster, which is further surrounded by large fog lamps on either side of the headlights. Below this is the body coloured bumper that has a wide air dam, which helps in cooling the engine. The wheel arches have been fitted with a set of lavish 21-inch alloy wheels that are further covered with tubeless radial tyres of size P275/40 ZR 21 . The rear end has a bright tail lamp cluster with a curvy boot lid. The exhaust is also finished in chrome, which adds to the elegance of this incredible mean machine. The overall dimensions of this convertible can easily accommodate four passengers with ease. The total length of this convertible is 4804mm along with an overall width of 1916mm. The total height of the Bentley Continental GT Speed convertible is 1390mm along with a spacious wheelbase of 2745mm, which provides the passengers with ample leg room along with apt shoulder and head space as well. The approximate gross weight of this petrol engine based convertible is 2800 kg, while it has a cargo volume of close to 370 litres.

Interiors

Along with the exteriors, the company has done up the insides of the Bentley Continental GT Speed convertible with style and enthusiasm. The seating arrangement is very comfortable and the seats are covered with premium leather upholstery, which gives a regal look to the insides of this convertible. The steering wheel, gear shift lever along with the hand brake have also been covered in similar leather upholstery. The doors have fabric inserts and the central console has a sleek finish, which adds to the elegance of this amazing convertible. Apart from all this, the Bentley Continental GT Speed convertible also has quite a few storage spaces such as a large glove box, storage spaces in the doors and also behind both the front seats as well.

Engine and Performance

The company has housed this convertible with a power packed W12, 6.0-litre petrol mill that also has a twin turbocharger . This power plant has the ability to displace 5998cc , which is incredible. This engine can also churn out a monstrous 616bhp at 6000 rpm in combination with a maximum torque of 800Nm at 1700 rpm. The engine has been skillfully mated with an 8-speed automatic transmission for smoother gear shifts along with a permanent all wheel drive system. This 6.0-litre petrol motor has the ability to attain a top speed of 329 kmph , while the engine can propel this convertible beyond the 100 kmph barrier from a standstill in just about 4.2 seconds.

Braking and Handling

This remarkable convertible has been bestowed with one of the most adept braking systems across the globe. The front as well as the rear wheels of this convertible are equipped with a set of vented iron disc brakes with Bentley branded brake calipers , which come in a glossy and lustrous black finish that adds to the elegance of the exteriors. Apart from all these aspects, this convertible also has ABS with EBD along with hydraulic brake assistance, a drag torque control and also a aquaplane detection. The convertible has been integrated with a dynamic suspension system . The front axle is incorporated with a four link double wish bone type of a mechanism, which also has a computer controlled self leveling device along with an air suspension and also an anti roll bar. The air springs and shock absorbers have advanced continuous damping control for better stability and balance on any terrain.

Safety Features

The list of safety features includes central locking along with anti-theft alarm, power door locks, driver, passenger and front airbags for enhanced protection and safety of all the occupants , internal rear day and night anti-glare mirror, a set of efficient seat belts with a seat belt warning notification in the instrument cluster, door ajar warning notification, front and side impact beams, traction control, cruise control, adjustable seats, keyless entry, tyre pressure monitor, a vehicle stability control system and many more such safety aspects.

Comfort Features

The list of comfort features included in this petrol engine based convertible comprises of a 3-spoke multi-functional steering wheel with mounted controls, which add to the comfort and convenience of the driver and also an electric tilt and reach adjustment column, bulls eye shaped air conditioner vents with chrome finished controls that are on the central console, an automatic seat belt presenter, dual front armrests between the driver and the front co-passenger along with storage space, centre and floor console storage spaces with bright illumination, a highly advanced touch screen multimedia system with an 8-inch high resolution screen , integrated HVAC controls along with mobile phone pairing. This MMI is also integrated with the suspension settings and the TPMS features along with voice activation on the infotainment system. This luxury car also has an electronic parking brake with move off assistance, which adds to the comfort level of the driver. Then there is also a multi-zone automatic climate control system with air quality filter for circulating fresh and clean air inside the cabin.

Pros 

Incredible exteriors, sophisticated features, powerful engine.

Cons 

High cost of ownership and mileage can be increased.