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The new Bentley Continental GT V8 coupe will make its official public debut at the 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition.
The British automaker will reveal its four-litre, twin-turbo Continental GT V8 and its convertible counterpart the Continental GTC V8 in front of thousands in China.
Since the launch of the original GT in 2003, 50 000 W12-engined Continentals have been sold. Now, in 2012, the new model range receives a new engine as well as interior and exterior style updates.
B-BADGE UPDATE
Under the bonnet, the new V8 is capable of 373kW at 6000rpm and an awesome amount of torque at 660Nm from 1700-5000rpm. The engine is mated to an eight-speed auto and is capable of sprinting from 0-100km/h in 4.8 seconds with a top speed of 303km/h.
The powertrain sees a 40% improvement in fuel efficiency (10.5 litres/100km) and CO2 emissions (246 g/km).
The new Continental V8 models are distinguished by a gloss black grille, chromed highlights and a red enamel Bentley badge.
At the rear, the new model sports chromed "figure eight" tail pipes and a red enamel B-badge on the bootlid. The new models can be specified with 20" alloy rims or an optional 21", six-spoked design.
The interior gets an update with dark wood veneers and an optional two-tone leather console.
Wolfgang Dürheimer, chief executive of Bentley Motors, said: “With the new four-litre V8 we are widening the appeal of the latest generation of Continentals, introducing a completely new driving experience.
"The new engine has all the exhilarating power, drama and performance you would expect from a V8 sporting the Bentley wings, effortlessly delivered with our characteristic 'wave of torque'. This is complemented by innovative powertrain technology that delivers exceptional fuel-efficiency and emissions."
Click here for vehicle specifications
For more on the 2012 Beijing auto show, click here.
The new Bentley Continental GT V8 coupe will make its official public debut at the 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition.
The British automaker will reveal its four-litre, twin-turbo Continental GT V8 and its convertible counterpart the Continental GTC V8 in front of thousands in China.
Since the launch of the original GT in 2003, 50 000 W12-engined Continentals have been sold. Now, in 2012, the new model range receives a new engine as well as interior and exterior style updates.
B-BADGE UPDATE
Under the bonnet, the new V8 is capable of 373kW at 6000rpm and an awesome amount of torque at 660Nm from 1700-5000rpm. The engine is mated to an eight-speed auto and is capable of sprinting from 0-100km/h in 4.8 seconds with a top speed of 303km/h.
The powertrain sees a 40% improvement in fuel efficiency (10.5 litres/100km) and CO2 emissions (246 g/km).
The new Continental V8 models are distinguished by a gloss black grille, chromed highlights and a red enamel Bentley badge.
At the rear, the new model sports chromed "figure eight" tail pipes and a red enamel B-badge on the bootlid. The new models can be specified with 20" alloy rims or an optional 21", six-spoked design.
The interior gets an update with dark wood veneers and an optional two-tone leather console.
Wolfgang Dürheimer, chief executive of Bentley Motors, said: “With the new four-litre V8 we are widening the appeal of the latest generation of Continentals, introducing a completely new driving experience.
"The new engine has all the exhilarating power, drama and performance you would expect from a V8 sporting the Bentley wings, effortlessly delivered with our characteristic 'wave of torque'. This is complemented by innovative powertrain technology that delivers exceptional fuel-efficiency and emissions."
Click here for vehicle specifications
For more on the 2012 Beijing auto show, click here.
