2017 Bentley Flying Spur Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Flying Spur name was first used on the Mulliner-bodied Continental saloons of the 1950s, and for the past 10 years the moniker has been used once more on 4-door Continentals. The 2006-13 Continental Flying Spur was essentially a stretched 4-door version of the Continental GT, and while the redesign that came in 2014 is still heavily related to the Continental GT, the model is now known simply as the Flying Spur. Changes don’t come quickly at Bentley, so don’t expect anything revolutionary for 2017. A big addition, though, is a V8 S trim that was introduced in Geneva this year. This S adds power and tightens up the suspension for better handling, while distinguishing features on the outside include a blackout grille, rear diffuser, and wheels as well as dark-tinted exterior lights and two-tone leather for the interior.
The standard V8 AWD Flying Spur is still extremely expensive and exclusive, at $200,000, and it’s got bags of performance, despite being a massive 5,500-lb luxury barge. The 4.0-liter V8 is borrowed from Audi and makes 500 hp and 487 lb-ft of torque, enough to scoot to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and on to a 183-mph top speed. The new V8 S, meanwhile, ups power to 521 hp and 502 lb-ft and correspondingly drops the 0-60 time to 4.6 seconds and raises top speed to 190 mph. The big money, however, will go for the range-topping W12 trim. While it’s actually only 20 grand more expensive than the standard V8 trim, the W12 has 616 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque. Directing power to all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic, the W12 Flying Spur will get to 60 in 4.3 seconds, on the way to to 200 mph. Obviously, a car with this many cylinders firing and this many pounds to lug around isn’t going to be frugal when it comes to fuel. Even with cylinder deactivation, the 8-cylinder cars only manage 14 mpg city/24 highway/17 combined. The W12, which weighs 300 lbs more, will do 12/20/15.
While the Flying Spur is certainly fast in a straight line, it’s also quicker on its feet than it looks--even if it isn’t exactly a Porsche--and the new S has reworked damping and stability control systems that stiffen things up and allow the driver to get a little more squirrely in the corners. Ceramic brakes are also optional on the S, and adaptive dampers are standard on all Flying Spurs. The torque bias on the all-wheel-drive system is 40/60, although it can shift 65% to the front or 85% to the rear depending on conditions.
It’s not always easy to see why Bentleys are so expensive, but when you get inside one it starts to make sense, as that’s where all that hand-built English extravagance is at its best. The fit and finish for the 2017 Flying Spur are of course top notch, and with the range of trim and color choices available, it’s easy to personalize your car to a certain degree. All seats are heated and ventilated as well as 14-way power-adjustable with memory settings. Infotainment, meanwhile, is centered on a large LCD screen that can even be operated by rear seat passengers via a remote control. Not that rear passengers will worry much about what’s going on up front, as there are 10-inch flatscreens in the back of the front seats to keep them entertained.
For audiophiles, a Naim 1,100-watt audio system is an available option, while the Mulliner Driving Specification package adds yet another level of class with diamond-pattern quilted seats, drilled alloy pedals, a knurled shifter, a jeweled filler cap, and two-piece alloy wheels measuring 20 or 21 inches. The new S trim also adds some personality to the interior with Piano Black wood veneers and two-tone leather upholstery.
Very expensive cars like the Flying Spur don’t typically get crash tested, but the sheer mass of this Bentley will keep its occupants okay in most crashes, and these cars are typically driven carefully. While the Flying Spur doesn’t have the suite of high-tech safety features that most new cars on the road today seem to have, it does offer a reassuring number of front and rear airbags as well as traction and stability control.
Still as much a status symbol and sign of success as it’s always been, the current Flying Spur range is entering its third year. There’s a new performance-oriented submodel, but overall, Bentley remains one of the top names in ultra-luxury cars, albeit with a bit more liveliness for the driving enthusiast than the equivalent Rolls-Royce.
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2017 Bentley Flying Spur Pricing
Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 30GB · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Remote control: audio · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 440 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 15.9 · Front brake width: 1.42 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.2 · Rear brake width: 0.87 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 2.85 · Limited slip differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 190 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: soft close · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: power adjustable headrests · Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14
Rear Seats
Lumbar Support: power adjustments · Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 30GB · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Remote control: audio · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 440 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 15.9 · Front brake width: 1.42 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.2 · Rear brake width: 0.87 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with pass-thru · Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Headliner trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Sunshade: power side window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 2.85 · Limited slip differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 190 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: chrome accents · Rear trunk/liftgate: soft close · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: power adjustable headrests · Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14
Rear Seats
Lumbar Support: power adjustments · Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: with wind deflector · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 30GB · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Remote control: audio · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 440 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 15.9 · Front brake width: 1.42 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.2 · Rear brake width: 0.87 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: dual front · Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Headliner trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power side window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 2.85 · Limited slip differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 190 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: chrome accents · Rear trunk/liftgate: soft close · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: power adjustable headrests · Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14
Rear Seats
Lumbar Support: power adjustments · Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: with wind deflector · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Hard Drive: 30GB · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Remote control: audio · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 440 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 15.9 · Front brake width: 1.42 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.2 · Rear brake width: 0.87 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: dual front · Cargo area floor mat material: carpet · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: aluminum · Door sill trim: stainless steel · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: alloy · Headliner trim: leather · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power side window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 2.85 · Limited slip differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 190 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Headlamp bezel color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: chrome accents · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: black
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: power adjustable headrests · Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14
Rear Seats
Lumbar Support: power adjustments · Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt/slide · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: two-tone
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear · Wheel spokes: multi-spoke
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse