New Bentley Continental GT Speed Revealed With 205-MPH Top Speed
As expected, Bentley has announced its newly updated Continental GT Speed model ahead of its official debut at the upcoming Goodwood Festival of Speed.
The new performance flagship for the luxury British automaker will feature 616-hp and 590 lb-ft of torque from an enhanced 6.0-liter, twin turbocharged W12 engine. The result is a sporty coupe that does 0-60 mph in just 4 seconds flat with a top speed of 205 mph. Mated to the engine is a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission that will also improve fuel economy by up to 12 percent compared to its predecessor.
Obviously the GT Speed is built on the updated Continental platform, but features unique 21-inch Speed wheels (available in two finishes), a dark-tinted matrix front grille and lower air intakes, while the exhaust tips get a ‘rifled’ finish. On the inside, the GT Speed will feature the Mulliner Driving Specification as standard in addition to plenty of signature Speed design amenities.
The 2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed will make its official debut on June 28th at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, but Bentley is accepting orders starting now with deliveries beginning October of this year.
GALLERY: 2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed
Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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