2019 Bentley Flying Spur Spotted in Traffic, Gets Closer to Production

The four-door incarnation of the GT, which no longer uses the Continental particle since the last revamp, is currently in its advanced development stages, with the lavish sedan set to make its debut next year.

A prototype of the 2019 Flying Spur was recently spotted cruising in German traffic, with the saloon having been caught on camera in Stuttgart.

Sure, the test car is covered in heavy camouflage, but the bewildering appearance of the coupe means we can expect one of the most impressive looking sedans on the market.

Keep in mind that the 2018 Conti GT brings the first all-new incarnation of the model since the 2003 original. This means the Flying Spur will also make full use of the fresh platform.

We're talking about the MSB architecture shared with the second generation of the Porsche Panamera. As far as the numbers go, the architecture will bring a modest scale footprint drop, along with an increase in torsional rigidity.

Nevertheless, the more important changes have to do with the weight distribution and the positioning of the wheels. From the shorter front overhang to the engine being situated further away from the nose of the car and lower, the newcomer will bring benefits on both the handling and the cabin space fronts.

The debut engine for the 2019 Flying Spur will be Bentley's latest generation of the twin-turbo 6.0-liter W12, delivering 635 hp and 900 Nm (664 lb-ft), but a twin-turbo V8 engine will obviously follow.

And, once the Bentayga Hybrid kicks off the gas-electric revolution for Crewe, we'll also see the Flying Spur going green - even if you're not that concerned about saving the planet, the silence delivered by the all-electric mode should float your boat.