New Continental GT Speed is the fastest production Bentley ever – 0-100 in 4.2s, 329 km/h top speed

New Continental GT Speed is the fastest production Bentley ever – 0-100 in 4.2s, 329 km/h top speed

This is the mega performance Speed version of the second-generation Bentley Continental GT, and it’s the fastest production model ever to roll out from Crewe. Orders are being taken now, with deliveries to commence in October.

At the heart of the new Continental GT Speed is an up-rated version of the 6.0 litre, 48-valve, four-cam, twin turbo W12 engine. Here, the W12 makes 625 PS at 6,000 rpm and 800 Nm of torque to deliver thunderous performance. It’s a big, heavy car with every amenity you’ll ever need, but can still do 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 329 km/h.

New Continental GT Speed is the fastest production Bentley ever – 0-100 in 4.2s, 329 km/h top speed

The Speed’s huge power is transmitted via a close-ratio, ZF eight-speed automatic transmission. Gear changes are described as “quick yet imperceptible” to ensure the perfect combination of speed and refinement. The new gearbox also makes a significant contribution to an overall 12% improvement in fuel economy and CO2 emissions. All Continental GTs get permanent AWD and a central Torsen differential.

The GT Speed gets a unique chassis tune that includes uprated steering and suspension systems and a lowered ride height over the standard Conti. The enhanced chassis is complemented by unique 21-inch Speed wheels, available in two finishes, and fitted with fat 275/35 Pirelli PZero UHP rubber.

New Continental GT Speed is the fastest production Bentley ever – 0-100 in 4.2s, 329 km/h top speed

One can spot a Speed by its dark-tinted matrix front grille and lower air intakes and the ‘rifled’ finish of the tailpipes. The hand-crafted cabin of the Speed features the Mulliner Driving Specification as standard, as well as a number of signature Speed design cues.

The Continental GT Speed will make its international debut at the 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed later this month. Modern-day Bentley Boys Juha Kankunnen, Guy Smith and Derek Bell will pilot a pre-production unit up the Goodwood Hill twice a day.

New Continental GT Speed is the fastest production Bentley ever – 0-100 in 4.2s, 329 km/h top speed

The Continental GT was launched in Malaysia earlier this month. Click here for the report and pics.

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Danny Tan

Danny Tan loves driving as much as he loves a certain herbal meat soup, and sweet engine music as much as drum beats. He has been in the auto industry since 2006, previously filling the pages of two motoring magazines before joining this website. Enjoys detailing the experience more than the technical details.

 

Comments

  • sleepwalkerz on Jun 21, 2012 at 1:19 pm

    329kmh??? wow….KL-Penang in 1 1/2 hour, KL-JB in 1 hour

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    • flat_tire on Jun 21, 2012 at 6:14 pm

      having slow drivers on the right lane yg x reti nak ke tepi.. and the many bumps and potholes.. add another hour to that estimate time of arrival..

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  • reltt on Jun 21, 2012 at 2:57 pm

    thought the supersports is the fastest bentley every produced?

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    • jay8393 on Jun 22, 2012 at 9:43 pm

      I second that. The Supersports’ 0-100 km/h is 3.9 seconds while top speed is the same 329 km/h.

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      • Danny Tan (Member) on Jun 22, 2012 at 10:03 pm

        Good one guys. Brits count speed in miles per hour, and this car’s 205mph top speed betters the Supersports’ best effort by 1mph, yes one mile per hour!

        It’s the reason why Bentley calling this GT Speed its fastest ever.

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  • Sean ZX-10 on Jun 21, 2012 at 3:47 pm

    what a dull dashboard

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  • Continental GT Speed or Ferrari FF? Hmmmmmmmm

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  • Proton should rebadge this. I don’t think any one will complain.

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    • Buduroid power on Jun 21, 2012 at 7:46 pm

      Sell it with preve price tag. Sure laku punya. Hehehe

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  • CarManiac on Sep 13, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    i think i should be patient…

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