The Continental GT S is powered by a Bentley’s High Performance Hybrid V8 powertrain, which delivers 930 Nm of torque and a maximum power output of 671 bhp. This translates into acceleration from 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds (0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds) and a top speed of 168 mph (270 km/h).
Raw power is only part of the equation, however. The car also features the Bentley Performance Active Chassis, a collection of chassis technologies that together offer the ultimate Bentley driving experience. They include active all-wheel drive, which ensures maximum traction at all times, with the system dynamically redistributing power between the front and rear axles as required. Bentley Dynamic Ride, an innovative 48-volt active roll control system, continuously adjusts the anti-roll bars to reduce body movement especially when cornering.
Torque vectoring, delivered via an electronic limited-slip differential, slows the wheels on the inside of a turn and increases the speed of those on the outside. This enables the car to hold the road more tightly when cornering hard, for a truly thrilling drive.
The sports exhaust system, meanwhile, ensures you get the ultimate roar from the V8 engine when you put your foot down - especially when you are driving the car in Sport mode.
For easier everyday driving, all-wheel steering is also standard. At low speeds, it shrinks the car’s turning circle. But when driving faster, it steers the rear wheels in the same direction as the front wheels, allowing for smoother lane changes and overtaking.
The Continental GT S can be commissioned in an enormous range of colours, comprising the standard paint range, the extended range and the Mulliner range. Together, that gives you a total of more than 80 exterior finishes to choose from.
Carbon ceramic brakes can be added, complete with your choice of black or red callipers. If you commission a car with the standard iron brakes, even more calliper colours are available, including Mandarin by Mulliner and Signal Yellow by Mulliner.
Inside, you can add contrast stitching, contrast piping and hand cross-stitching. For the hard surfaces, meanwhile, there is a wide range of veneer options, including traditional gloss and contemporary open pore wood, as well as more technical finishes. Depending on your choice of veneer, you can further enhance these surfaces with stunning new techniques such as metal inlays or laser etching.
An optional sunroof is available to flood the cabin with sunlight, while technology options include the stunning Bentley Rotating Display.
