Continental GT [Spy Shots] New Generation Bentley Continental GT
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tristatez28lt1
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What’s immediately clear is that Bentley’s EXP 10 Speed 6 concept from 2015 was the inspiration for the design. The redesigned Continental GT is adopting a sleeker, more dynamic look than the current model and should prove to be a stunner. A peek inside also reveals some new details like the digital instrument cluster.
This isn’t a production version of the EXP 10 Speed 6 as some have reported, as the car’s size is comparable with the current Continental GT and in some of the shots you can make out a 2+2 seating arrangement. The EXP 10 Speed 6, if approved for production, will be a proper sports car with two seats only.
Underpinning the redesigned Continental GT is the Volkswagen Group’s MSB platform designed for large, rear- and all-wheel-drive cars with engines mounted up front. The platform made its debut in the 2017 Porsche Panamera.
2018 Bentley Continental GT Convertible spy shots - Image via S. Baldauf/SB-Medien
Porsche was in charge of development of the platform, which thanks to increased use of lightweight materials such as high-strength steel and aluminum in its construction should result in significant weight savings for the redesigned Continental GT. The platform will also end up in a redesigned Flying Spur.
Bentley’s redesigned Continental GT should once again offer both W-12 and V-8 engine options. While it’s unlikely we’ll see a diesel engine fitted to the car, a plug-in hybrid option has been confirmed. The W-12 should be the only option at launch. It will be the new twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W-12 with direct fuel injection that made its debut in the 2017 Bentley Bentayga. Factor on an output of at least 600 horsepower, up from the 582 hp found in the latest 2017 model.
The redesigned Continental GT should make its debut soon. It will arrive on the market later in the year as a 2018 model. Shortly after the arrival of the coupe, Bentley will launch a redesigned Continental GT Convertible.
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This isn’t a production version of the EXP 10 Speed 6 as some have reported, as the car’s size is comparable with the current Continental GT and in some of the shots you can make out a 2+2 seating arrangement. The EXP 10 Speed 6, if approved for production, will be a proper sports car with two seats only.
Underpinning the redesigned Continental GT is the Volkswagen Group’s MSB platform designed for large, rear- and all-wheel-drive cars with engines mounted up front. The platform made its debut in the 2017 Porsche Panamera.
2018 Bentley Continental GT Convertible spy shots - Image via S. Baldauf/SB-Medien
Porsche was in charge of development of the platform, which thanks to increased use of lightweight materials such as high-strength steel and aluminum in its construction should result in significant weight savings for the redesigned Continental GT. The platform will also end up in a redesigned Flying Spur.
Bentley’s redesigned Continental GT should once again offer both W-12 and V-8 engine options. While it’s unlikely we’ll see a diesel engine fitted to the car, a plug-in hybrid option has been confirmed. The W-12 should be the only option at launch. It will be the new twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W-12 with direct fuel injection that made its debut in the 2017 Bentley Bentayga. Factor on an output of at least 600 horsepower, up from the 582 hp found in the latest 2017 model.
The redesigned Continental GT should make its debut soon. It will arrive on the market later in the year as a 2018 model. Shortly after the arrival of the coupe, Bentley will launch a redesigned Continental GT Convertible.
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tristatez28lt1
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Rumors suggest the car is ready to launch in September...
Whaaat? It does not have an fwd proportions anymore(thanks God)
Look carefully,bro. Because now it is based on the new MSB platform, which is an RWD platform. Shares it with a new panamera.
The difference is obvious
sako97
Autotechnik Ace
Here we go. Looks nice. This car will be beautiful.
Finally, an all-new interior layout for a Bentley; à la Panamera.
Merc1
Premium
Whaaat? It does not have an fwd proportions anymore(thanks God)
Look carefully,bro. Because now it is based on the new MSB platform, which is an RWD platform. Shares it with a new panamera.
The difference is obvious
The proportions are better for sure, but the shape is still ugly to me. Still hasn't shaken off the FWD look, doesn't matter what platform it's on.
M
The difference is obvious
Sure is, less overhang and the fat has been trimmed down. I think this is going to be one hell of a car, the fact that it's base off the Panamera platform...
Not only will it look better, it will perform.
Wunderkind
Chicane Challenger
It's most probably just a Panamera-twinned coupe. That's why we may never see a new Porsche 928.
tristatez28lt1
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mercpassion
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Looking good, the interior has some old skool British vibe going on for some reason maybe the low placed vents? Which is highly unique btw..
Centurion
Apex Apex Predator
Here we go. Looks nice. This car will be beautiful.
Not quite as futuristic as the EXP Concept but will likely be as stunning as the Continental GT interior was when it debuted.
tristatez28lt1
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First private viewings are happening now. Car is supposedly a major step in the right direction design wise. Can't wait to see it.
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Bentley Motors Limited is a British designer, manufacturer,
and marketer of luxury cars and SUVs. Headquartered in Crewe,
England, the company was founded by W. O. Bentley (1888-1971)
in 1919 in Cricklewood, North London, and became widely known
for winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1924, 1927, 1928, 1929
and 1930. Bentley has been a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group
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