2016 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible

Updates to the Bentley Continental GT Speed for the 2016 model year see the big bruiser earn the title of the fastest production Bentley ever. Yes, Bentley have endowed the GT Speed and the GT Speed Convertible with even more power and torque, boosting the performance of both cars.

The twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W-12 engine fitted to the 2016 Bentley Continental GT Speed has been tuned to deliver 626 horsepower and a massive 607 pound-feet of torque, the latter of which is available from just 1,700 rpm. That’s up from 616 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque in the outgoing model, and sees the 2016 GT Speed reach a top speed of 206 mph. The 2016 GT Speed Convertible will reach a top speed of 203 mph.

A close-ratio, ZF eight-speed automatic transmission handles gear shifts, delivering Bentley's famously smooth ride while also matching the performance of the 2015 GT Speed's uprated engine. Drive goes to all four wheels, helping with traction. Owners can expect the 2015 GT Speed to accelerate to 60 mph from rest in 4.0 seconds flat.

The extra dynamic performance to the Continental flagship model is complemented by a more distinctive visual presence. The most obvious update is the new front bumper, which features a mesh grille over the intakes and a small pair of winglets. A dark tint has also been applied to the light surrounds and wheels, while the brake calipers get a bright red finish. A new exterior paint called Candy Red is also available on the 2015 GT Speed and is exclusive to the car.

The visual changes continue inside the cabin of the GT Speed, starting with a completely new color split reserved exclusively for the Speed models. Starting with a dark mono-tone interior, accent stripes in a contrasting color are applied across the doors, rear panels, fascia wings, inner console and gear lever. Matching contrasting stitching is then sewn to all aspects of the cabin.

Bentley chose to present its 2016 Continental GT Speed for the first time at the2015 Geneva Motor Show today. Bentley is also using the Swiss show to present its 2016 Flying Spur V8 and the rest of the 2016 Continental range, which gets a few minor updates. A rear-view camera and hand-crafted stowage case is now standard and many popular options have been grouped into new packages such as the Premier Specification, Interior Style Specification, GT Classic Specification and Mulliner  Specification, to name a few.

Bentley's 2016 lineup goes on sale this spring.

Bentley Continental GT3 ’Stradale’ 2016

At the 2012 Paris Auto Show, Bentley unveiled the Continental GT3 Concept to mark their return to racing, but their return is not the only bit of good news coming from the luxury automaker. According to British magazine, AutoCar, Bentley plans to build a road-going version of the GT3 to replace the currentSupersports models.

The new Continental GT3 Stradale will be powered by the company’s new twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine that will deliver a total 700 HP, making it a strong competitor for the new Ferrari F12berlinetta, at least on paper. The rear-wheel-drive configuration of the concept will not be utilized as Bentley will stick to the usual four-wheel drive system featured on all current Continental models for the future Stradale.

Unsurprisingly, the concept’s radical look will be toned down for road use, while the interior will boast the same amount of luxury as Bentley’s customers have come to expect, albeit with a few modifications to keep the weight down.

The new Bentley Continental GT3 Stradale will be limited to only 300 units and will be unveiled sometime in 2014-2015.