Automotive
The 2025 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed represents a groundbreaking fusion of opulence and eco-conscious performance, setting new standards for four-door supercars. This latest edition marks a significant departure from its predecessors, which were renowned for their powerful W12 twin-turbo engines. Now, the vehicle boasts an advanced plug-in hybrid system, making it the most potent and swift automobile ever produced in Crewe, UK.
Visually, the Flying Spur Speed masterfully blends Bentley’s traditional elegance with contemporary supercar aesthetics. Its front features prominently with large, round Matrix LED headlights adorned with diamond-like patterns, flanking a substantial split grille with a distinctive rhomboidal mesh. Round corner lights add character, while a formidable air dam with a trapezoidal intake and side scoops enhances its aggressive stance.
The profile showcases a classic cab-rearward design, highlighted by a raked windshield, a swept-back roofline, and forward-sloping C-posts. The rear features sculpted “coke-bottle” styling, a nod to classic design in a modern context. B-shaped vents and Speed badges adorn the front fenders, while the rear presents large corner-mounted LED taillights and dual oval exhausts, emphasizing its performance capabilities.
Inside, Bentley’s commitment to luxury is uncompromising. The cabin is a sanctuary of refined craftsmanship, featuring sumptuous leather upholstery with 3D diamond quilting that extends to seats, door panels, and B-pillars. The driver is greeted by a digital instrument cluster encased in leather-trimmed surrounds, while the center stack houses the iconic Bentley Rotating Display, offering a choice between a 12.3-inch touchscreen, analog dials, or a handcrafted veneer.
Powering this luxurious beast is a potent plug-in hybrid setup, shared with the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid and Bentley Continental GT. Combining a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 with an electric motor, the system delivers an impressive 771 horsepower (782 PS). With 592 horsepower (600 PS) from the combustion engine and 187 horsepower (190 PS) from the electric motor, the Flying Spur Speed can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds, proving that luxury and performance can indeed coexist harmoniously.
