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2014 BENTLEY Flying Spur Review

OUR TEST CAR: 2014 BENTLEY Flying Spur 6.0 W12 twin-turbo 8-speed automatic

 
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The Flying Spur's soundtrack reminds us of the Mercedes S63 AMG and perhaps would have made us happy if Bentley had provided an optional sports exhaust. Unfortunately, this treat remains reserved to the Continental GT models.

Since we mentioned the S-Class, we have to explain that it is the S65 AMG that comes closer to the Flying Spur. The Merc laughs in the Bentley’s face when it comes to technology, but all the tech gimmicks in the world couldn’t convince us to choose it over the Bentley. Crewe’s proposal simply looks and feels more lavish. Oh and if we must offer an alternative from the world of more reasonable automobiles, we would select the Audi A8.

Bentley may talk hides and veneers, but the Flying Spur is more like a precious stone - its shine depends on the light you cast upon it. Compared to the Continental GT, we would’ve expected more updates. You know, the little things that can sometime make a difference. Its outdated center infotainment display is an example as good as any.

On the other hand, the car distances itself from the pre-revamp Continental Flying Spur. The old one was perhaps a bit too biased towards the performance part of the Bentley emblem. With the 2014 Flying Spur, the automaker has tipped the scales towards comfort. Alas, Bentley has gone a tad too far, placing a few calibration dents in the car’s perceived performance aura. We shall nominate this as the worst part of the vehicle.

As for the best side of the Bentley Flying Spur, it is the sedan’s character that takes the title. The overall experience, to be more precise. This thing knows how to get under your skin, gifting you with a sort of active luxury lifestyle.

This all obviously comes with a financial burden, as the 2014 Bentley Flying Spur has a starting price of US$ 200,500, plus tax and delivery fees. We obviously have to consider at least an extra US$ 15,000 in terms of options. In Europe, Bentley’s Flying Spur starts at EUR 212,000, including 20 percent VAT.

A truly tempting proposal this Flying Spur. Nonetheless, it is time for Bentley to stop resting on its traditional laurels and come up with something entirely fresh.
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Key Specs
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Engine
W12 5998 cm3
Fuel
Petrol
Power kw
460
Power hp
617
Power rpm
6000
Torque val
590
Torque rpm
1750
Transmission
8 speed ZF Automatic
Traction
All Wheel Drive
Acceleration
4.3
Top speed
200 mph
Length
208.6 in
Width
86.9 in
Height
56.8 in
Wheelbase
120.7 in
Ground clearance
in
Cargo volume
16.6 CuFT
Weight
5456 lbs
Seating
4
Power
460 KW/617 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque
590 Lb-Ft @ 1750 RPM
Engine
W12 5998 cm3
Fuel
Petrol
Power kw
460
Power hp
625
Power rpm
6000
Torque val
800
Torque rpm
1750
Transmission
8 speed ZF Automatic
Traction
All Wheel Drive
Acceleration
4.6
Top speed
322 km/h
Length
5298 mm
Width
2207 mm
Height
1443 mm
Wheelbase
3066 mm
Ground clearance
mm
Cargo volume
470.1 L
Weight
2475 Kg
Seating
4
Power
460 KW/625 HP @ 6000 RPM
Torque
800 Nm @ 1750 RPM
fuel efficiency
mpgOfficialOurs
City10.5-
Highway23.1-
Combined1610.5
fuel efficiency
l/100kmOfficialOurs
City22.4-
Highway10.2-
Combined14.722.4
base price
$
200500
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