- 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 swap 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 yr, however there are many modifications in areas you may’t see, together with past the powertrain.
On the surface, new particulars embody 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 massive 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 time after 20 years. Bentley launched the coachbuilt Batur and Batur Convertible fashions to have a good time 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 computerized 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 due to a 25.9-kwh battery an electrical vary of greater than 45 miles will even 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 must also be higher, due to larger torque and energy ranges all through the rev vary.
To boost the trip and dealing with, Bentley installs as normal a chassis bundle dubbed the Bentley Efficiency Lively Chassis. This consists of 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 person expertise, just like the addition of over-the-air map updates, wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a variety of related providers when a cell phone is paired. These related providers embody helpful objects like distant parking, distant charging standing, and distant cabin pre-conditioning. Bentley mentioned new options will likely be accessible annually.
Bentley additionally makes accessible 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 tissue to make sure they really feel well-rested after an extended drive. Different choices embody 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 will likely be up to date, although it can probably occur quickly. The present Flying Spur was launched within the U.S. for the 2020 mannequin yr 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 be accessible with a standalone twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine, however this selection must 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 top of the road for fashions powered solely by a V-8 engine.
