- An up to date Bentley Flying Spur Velocity is the newest recipient of the British model’s Extremely Efficiency Hybrid powertrain
- The powertrain replaces Bentley’s venerable W-12 and consists of a V-8 plug-in hybrid setup
- The powertrain is tuned to ship 771 hp within the Flying Spur Velocity
Bentley is presently transitioning from its venerable W-12 engine to a V-8 plug-in hybrid powertrain, and the newest to make the change is an up to date 2025 Flying Spur Velocity.
Unveiled on Tuesday, Bentley’s up to date Flying Spur Velocity might seem like the mannequin that is been on sale because the 2023 mannequin 12 months, however there are many adjustments in areas you may’t see, together with past the powertrain.
On the surface, new particulars embrace a revised grille and entrance fascia, a rear diffuser, a 22-inch wheel choice, and a darkish tint for the brightwork. And for the inside, there are new diamond patterns for the seat trim in addition to on the door linings and B-pillars.
The large information is the brand new powertrain, referred to by Bentley because the Extremely Efficiency Hybrid powertrain. It debuted in June in an up to date Continental GT Velocity, and replaces Bentley’s twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W-12 which ceased manufacturing this summer season after twenty years. Bentley launched the coachbuilt Batur and Batur Convertible fashions to rejoice the W-12’s run.
The Extremely Efficiency Hybrid powertrain combines a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 with a single electrical motor. The electrical motor is built-in with an 8-speed dual-clutch automated transmission that directs the drive torque to all 4 wheels through an all-wheel-drive system.
Peak output for the Flying Spur Velocity is 771 hp, which matches the output the powertrain delivers within the Continental GT Velocity. The output represents a rise of 145 hp over the outgoing Flying Spur Velocity’s peak energy, and because of a 25.9-kwh battery an electrical vary of greater than 45 miles may also be doable. That vary estimate is calculated utilizing the WLTP check cycle used abroad and can probably be decrease when measured utilizing the stricter EPA cycle.
Bentley Extremely Efficiency Hybrid powertrain
With the additional grunt, Bentley estimates the up to date Flying Spur Velocity will hustle to 60 mph from relaxation in simply 3.3 seconds, down from 3.7 seconds within the outgoing mannequin. Passing energy also needs to be higher, because of greater torque and energy ranges all through the rev vary.
To reinforce the journey and dealing with, Bentley installs as normal a chassis package deal dubbed the Bentley Efficiency Lively Chassis. This contains an digital anti-roll system (Bentley Dynamic Journey), rear-wheel steering, an digital limited-slip differential, and a suspension with new twin chamber air springs and dual-valve dampers. The dampers allow adjustment of each rebound and compression, leading to a wider bandwidth between consolation and dealing with management.
Up to date Bentley Flying Spur Velocity
Bentley mentioned it additionally launched a brand new electrical structure with the replace, permitting for brand new options that enhance the consumer expertise, just like the addition of over-the-air map updates, wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a spread of linked providers when a cell phone is paired. These linked providers embrace helpful gadgets like distant parking, distant charging standing, and distant cabin pre-conditioning. Bentley mentioned new options can be obtainable every year.
Bentley additionally makes obtainable a Wellness Seating Specification for all 4 seats. This adjusts the local weather settings to assist keep the perfect physique temperature whereas additionally various the stress on the occupants’ muscle groups to make sure they really feel well-rested after an extended drive. Different choices embrace a 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system and a 19-speaker Naim system with transducers within the entrance seats.
Up to date Bentley Flying Spur Velocity
Bentley hasn’t mentioned when the common Flying Spur can be up to date, although it would probably occur quickly. The present Flying Spur was launched within the U.S. for the 2020 mannequin 12 months and acquired its first hybrid powertrain for 2022. That hybrid system prioritizes gasoline effectivity over efficiency, and pairs a turbocharged 2.9-liter V-6 with a single electrical motor, delivering a mixed 536 hp.
The present Flying Spur can also be obtainable with a standalone twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine, however this feature needs to be changed by a detuned model of the Extremely Efficiency Hybrid powertrain within the up to date vary. In Might, Bentley revealed particular Version 8 variations of the Continental GT, Continental GTC, and Flying Spur to commemorate the tip of the road for fashions powered solely by a V-8 engine.
