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One of the characteristics that set Bentleys apart from Rolls-Royces is that Crewe's creations manage to be lavish enough to keep a sultan entertained without giving the impression of building a wall between the car and the surrounding world like RRs do.
Well, at the Geneva Motor Show, Bentley has managed to make one of its most luxurious offerings appear even more down to Earth. We're talking about the new EWB (long wheelbase) version introduced with the 2017MY mid-cycle revamp.
Sure, the EWB packs all the polish brought by the facelift, while adding 9.8 inches (250 mm) of extra legroom, but how did Crewe manage to make their range-topping luxury sedan seem less otherworldly than it actually is?
For one thing, Mulliner, the automaker's extra-plush division, has showcased the Bentley Mulsanne Grand Limousine Mulliner in Geneva. Being 39 inches (one meter) longer and 3.1 inches (79 mm) taller than the “standard” car, the six-seater easily one-ups the EWB. Keep in mind that, at least for now, we are talking about a single unit built for a special customer - there's a pic of the car at the end of the gallery below.
Then there's the location of the Mulsanne Elongated Wheelbase, with the vehicle being displayed next to the Bugatti Chiron.
Such details aside, the Mulsanne EWB is still the Bentley of choice for those who want to enjoy extra rear compartment accommodation without having to turn the world upside down for it.
Speaking of which, rear passengers will also get to enjoy the power leg rests and the dedicated sunroof.
Being part of the 2017 Mulsanne line-up, the EWB sports a few delicate exterior changes. It all starts with the revised stainless steel front grille, which is 3.1 inches (80 mm) wider, being flanked by redesigned LED lights.
The front apron now features a one-piece design, while the hood also has a retouched shape. As for the posterior of the Mulsanne, the bumper and the taillights are reshaped.
In the tech department, Bentley has learned a thing or two from Porsche and we're talking about active mechanical organs here. The big novelty comes in the form of active suspension bushes and engine mounts, which will make the ride feel close to a magic carpet. It's just that none of us has ever experienced such floating textiles, but we'll settle for what Crewe has to offer. Especially since the company has also added special foam-gifted tires that reduce cabin noise by four dBA.
The 6.75-liter V8 remains unchanged, which means the rear wheels are treated with 505 hp (512 PS) and 752 lb-ft (1,020 Nm) of twist.
Nevertheless, the ZF-sourced 8-speed auto has been recalibrated, offering both smoother shifting and a new Sport mode for the kind of pleasures chauffeurs dream about on their way back to the garage.
Sure, the EWB packs all the polish brought by the facelift, while adding 9.8 inches (250 mm) of extra legroom, but how did Crewe manage to make their range-topping luxury sedan seem less otherworldly than it actually is?
For one thing, Mulliner, the automaker's extra-plush division, has showcased the Bentley Mulsanne Grand Limousine Mulliner in Geneva. Being 39 inches (one meter) longer and 3.1 inches (79 mm) taller than the “standard” car, the six-seater easily one-ups the EWB. Keep in mind that, at least for now, we are talking about a single unit built for a special customer - there's a pic of the car at the end of the gallery below.
Then there's the location of the Mulsanne Elongated Wheelbase, with the vehicle being displayed next to the Bugatti Chiron.
Such details aside, the Mulsanne EWB is still the Bentley of choice for those who want to enjoy extra rear compartment accommodation without having to turn the world upside down for it.
Speaking of which, rear passengers will also get to enjoy the power leg rests and the dedicated sunroof.
Being part of the 2017 Mulsanne line-up, the EWB sports a few delicate exterior changes. It all starts with the revised stainless steel front grille, which is 3.1 inches (80 mm) wider, being flanked by redesigned LED lights.
The front apron now features a one-piece design, while the hood also has a retouched shape. As for the posterior of the Mulsanne, the bumper and the taillights are reshaped.
In the tech department, Bentley has learned a thing or two from Porsche and we're talking about active mechanical organs here. The big novelty comes in the form of active suspension bushes and engine mounts, which will make the ride feel close to a magic carpet. It's just that none of us has ever experienced such floating textiles, but we'll settle for what Crewe has to offer. Especially since the company has also added special foam-gifted tires that reduce cabin noise by four dBA.
The 6.75-liter V8 remains unchanged, which means the rear wheels are treated with 505 hp (512 PS) and 752 lb-ft (1,020 Nm) of twist.
Nevertheless, the ZF-sourced 8-speed auto has been recalibrated, offering both smoother shifting and a new Sport mode for the kind of pleasures chauffeurs dream about on their way back to the garage.
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