Powertrain & Performance
- 4.0 L twin-turbo V8 + electric motor: Combined output is 771 bhp (782 PS) and 738 lb‑ft (1,000 Nm) of torque
- 0–60 mph in about 3.1 seconds (some publications say 2.8 s in launch control)
- Top speed: Around 208 mph (335 km/h)
Hybrid System & Electric-Only Capability
- Battery: 25.9 kWh lithium-ion unit (usable ~22 kWh), mounted behind rear axle
- EV range: Up to 30–50 miles (~80 km) on electric power alone, at speeds up to ~87 mph .
- Onboard AC charging: Up to 11 kW; full charge takes ~3 hours .
🛠 Drivetrain & Chassis
- All-wheel drive with eLSD, active torque vectoring, and rear-wheel steering
- Suspension: Dual-chamber air springs, dual-valve dampers, and 48 V active anti-roll bars
- Brakes: Standard ventilated steel; optional carbon-ceramic discs with 10‑piston calipers
🛋 Design & Luxuries
- Exterior: Classic GT silhouette with redesigned single headlights (first since the ’50s), updated LED lighting
- Interior: Hand-crafted luxury, 20-way adjustable seats with massage, rotating 12.3″ infotainment display, optional high-end audio (Naim 2200 W)
- Technology: Cabin ionizers, over-the-air updates, remote climatization, advanced driver assists, and app integration
Efficiency & Real-World Usage
- Fuel efficiency: ~46 mpg‑e combined (fuel + electric), ~35 mpg in real-world scenarios
- Emissions: Around 29 g/km CO₂ (WLTP) when charged
- Weight: Approximately 2,495 kg (~5,500 lb), nearly 50:50 front/rear weight distribution
Driving Impressions
- Delivers W12-level or better performance, with blistering straight-line speed and refined yet powerful chassis dynamics .
- Electric mode offers serene cruising up to high speeds (~87 mph), ideal for silent city driving
- Some reviewers note slight regenerative braking quirks, though manageable via settings
Why It Matters
The 2025 Continental GT Speed Hybrid is Bentley’s most powerful road car ever. It transitions luxury performance into the electrified era by blending visceral V8 power with significant EV capability and modern efficiency—without losing the opulence and on-road presence that define the marque