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Thanks: FC Motors 2024 Bentley Continental GT Starting at $ Highs: Artful exterior design, the cabin is a delight to the senses, world-class ride and handling balance. Lows: Fuel efficiency isn't a priority, few driver-assistance features are standard, arm-and-a-leg price tag. Verdict: Yeah, it costs a lot, but the Continental GT is a two-door grand tourer that's worth every penny. Overview What's New for 2024? Styling tweaks for the 2024 Continental GT include new 22-inch wheel options for the Azure trim, dark gray exterior detailing on the Speed model, and a new optional dark-tinted finish for the aluminum grille trim. Inside, the Azure models come with lofted quilting on the seats and door panels. All models also come with plusher floor mats made from wool. Those wool floor mats now lie on top of carpeting made from recycled nylon. A new A trim slots in just below the Azure in the lineup this year and wears some of that model's styling elements, including the waterfall grille. At the top end of the range is a new Speed Edition 12 variant of both the coupe and convertible that will be built in limited quantities to celebrate the end of the line for Bentley's W-12 engine, which is set to be phased out after 2024. Pricing and Which One to Buy Coupe: $245,850 A Coupe: $262,450 Convertible: $270,150 S Coupe: $277,150 A Convertible: $284,750 Azure Coupe: $294,450 Speed Coupe: $303,150 S Convertible: $304,450 Mulliner Coupe: $318,950 Azure Convertible: $323,450 Speed Convertible: $333,150 Mulliner Convertible: $339,150 Speed Edition 12 Coupe: $339,150 Speed Edition 12 Convertible: $370,350 Engine, Transmission, and Performance Updated versions of the existing V-8 and W-12 engines that powered the previous-generation Continental GT provide muscle-car performance. Our testing revealed that the V-8, which makes 542 horses, can launch the 4926-pound coupe to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds. The more expensive W-12 engine produces 626 horsepower in non-Speed models and can motivate a coupe to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds. The same engine has been tuned up to 650 hp in the Speed model, and we estimate it can reach 60 in as little as 3.1 seconds. Both engines work through an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that snaps off quick, smooth shifts. Customers can order the coupe or convertible with either engine. And all Continental GTs come with an all-wheel-drive system standard, which helps put their prodigious power to the road absent any drama. We used a Bentley Continental GT Speed as part of a 0-to-150-to-0 speed test where it reached its top speed quicker than a Porsche 911 GT3 RS, but its weight required significantly more stopping distance. Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG When a twin-turbo V-8 is the most fuel-efficient offering in a particular model, you know that efficiency is not top of mind for the carmaker—or its customers, for that matter. The EPA rates the Continental V-8 at 16 mpg city and 26 highway. In our real-world testing, we averaged 28 mpg in a V-8 model during our 75-mph highway fuel-economy test. For more information about the Continental GT's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. Interior, Comfort, and Cargo We expect a luxurious cabin from anything wearing the Bentley badge, and this two-door is no different. The interior is swathed in luscious, aromatic leather and fine wood veneers, and nearly everything about the Continental GT is customizable—for a price, of course. Bentley's designers thought every design detail through, and each time behind the wheel reveals a surprising detail, such as expertly knurled control knobs and double-stitched diamond-pattern seat trim. Although the Continental GT technically has seatbelts for four occupants, we'd suggest you avoid using the rear seat for hauling adult-size people since both leg- and headroom are limited. In our testing, we were able to fit five carry-on suitcases in the Continental's trunk—plenty of space for a weekend away with your favorite travel companion. Read More 📌 Instagram ▶ 📌 Tiktok ▶ @cartvpress
