the new Bentley Flying Spur has 4-litre, twin turbocharged V8 engine with an output of
550 PS and 770 Nm of maximum torque
acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h or 62 mph happens in 4.1 seconds
top speed is 318 km/h or 198 mph
the V8 can shut down four of its eight cylinders under light-load conditions
when engine speed is below 3000 rpm
the V8 is 100 kg lighter than the 12 cylinder engine
making the vehicle feel more responsive and agile
Adaptive Air Suspension, Torque Vectoring by Brake,
Drive Dynamics Control, and Electric Steering are standard features
the V8 Flying Spur is equipped with front and rear hollow lightweight anti-roll bars for exceptional handling
the Dynamic Ride system controls ride comfort and lateral roll
cushioning passengers from excessive movement through decoupling of the wheels across the axles
the optional Electronic All-Wheel Steering enhances both stability
at highway speeds and manoeuvrability around town
during low-speed manoeuvres the system steers the rear wheels in the opposite direction to the front wheels
during high-speed manoeuvres the system steers the rear wheels
in the same direction as the front wheels increasing stability
there are seven standard Bentley paint colours to choose from
customers can also specify their vehicle from the additional extended paint range of over 60 colours
including Mulliner and personal commission
standard exterior features include a 20-inch 10-spoke painted alloy wheels
a V8 wing badge and quad exhaust pipes
the new Flying Spur, available in both four-seat or five-seat configurations
innovative Bentley Rotating Display is also available on the new Flying Spur V8
when the engine start button is pressed
the veneer section rotates to reveal a touchscreen
displaying three customisable digital tiles
the second side of the display reveals three analogue dials
showing outside temperature, a compass and a chronometer
a complete digital detox can be selected on the third side
to simply enjoy the seamless wood veneer fascia
there are seven veneer species to choose from plus a High Gloss Carbon Fibre technical finish
dual veneer finish can also be specified in all veneer types