The Flying Spur Speed is the most performance-focused version of Bentley’s Flying Spur luxury sedan family. Its launch expands the model range to mirror the existing Continental GT and Bentayga ranges. The Flying Spur Speed, together with the Flying Spur Mulliner, are the only current Flying Spur models offered with a W12 engine, given that the standard Flying Spur W12 ceased production in May 2022.
The exterior Speed styling cues are apparent with dark tint finishes to the front grille, headlamps and tail lamps, as well as the signature Speed badges on the lower wing. The unique 22” Speed wheel is standard, with finishes including Dark Tint, Gloss Black and silver-painted. Crafted by hand in high gloss carbon fibre, the external styling Specification includes a front bumper splitter, side skirts with metallic Bentley badges, rear diffuser and boot lid spoiler.
The Flying Spur Speed’s 6.0-litre twin-turbocharged W12 engine produces 626 bhp and 900 Nm of torque, that’s an extra 130 Nm more torque when compared to the S model. This translates to a 0-100 kmph acceleration in 3.8 seconds, and a top speed of 333 kmph.
The Flying Spur uses the same 8-speed ZF dual-clutch transmission as the Continental GT for smooth and refined acceleration, quicker gearshifts and improved fuel economy. Faster gearshifts are achieved by pre-selecting the next gear, shortening the interruption of torque to the wheels and so improving performance.
The standard Electronic All-Wheel Steering is designed to enhance 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. This has the effect of shortening the wheelbase, reducing the turning circle, increasing agility and making parking noticeably easier. During high-speed manoeuvres, the system steers the rear wheels in the same direction as the front wheels, increasing stability and making overtaking and lane changes more assured.
The Bentley Dynamic Ride System, also standard, is designed to improve both handling and ride comfort. A 48-volt system controls an electronic actuator unit which manages the stiffness of the anti-roll bar, changing the stiffness on demand to combat cornering forces and keep the Flying Spur level.
The driver’s information panel features new performance infotainment graphics that are inspired by luxury chronographs. The luxury theme continues with front and rear seat comfort specification as standard, including a 24-way adjustment for the front seats and a 14-way adjustment for the rear seats. The cabin also includes sports pedals, Speed fascia badges and emblems, along with illuminated Speed inner and outer treadplates.
“The phenomenal Flying Spur Speed combines Bentley’s iconic W12 engine and innovate dynamic ride system, providing drivers in the UAE with one of the fastest four-door cars in the world,” said Joseph Tayar, Director of the Prestige Division at Al Habtoor Motors, Bentley’s dealers for the UAE. He added: “Delighting the passengers and exciting the drivers, the Flying Spur Speed remains one of the most comfortable and luxurious cars, and one that is likely to be popular across the UAE.”
