2017 Bentley Continental Supersports Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Every year, Bentley tries to one-up itself by introducing a new Continental model it claims to be the fastest yet. The 2017 Continental Supersports is the latest to join the lineup, boasting the highest top speed and shortest 0-to-60 time of any Bentley at 209 mph and 3.4 seconds.
How did Bentley pull off this performance feat? For the 2017 Continental Supersports, it started with the twin-turbo 6.0-liter W12 engine that’s been integral to the Continental lineup since its launch back in 2004. Bentley then added larger turbochargers, revised intercoolers, and beefed-up engine internals for an end result of 700 hp and 750 lb-ft of torque. The Continental Supersports makes 67 hp and 130 lb-ft more than the Sport, Bentley’s previous Continental top dog. To handle this additional power, it gains a stronger torque convertor for the 8-speed automatic transmission, and an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system helps get the power to the road.
Bentley has made some tweaks to the Continental Supersports’ chassis. The suspension has been slightly lowered and stiffened to improve overall handling, and a brake-based torque-vectoring system makes for tighter cornering. To offset its significant 5,027-pound weight, the Continental Supersports is equipped with a number of lightweight parts, such as special alloy wheels, a set of carbon-ceramic brakes, and an optional titanium exhaust system.
For the exterior, the Continental Supersports boasts a fresh body kit with a carbon-fiber front splitter, side-sill extensions, and a rear diffuser. The various vents and grilles are finished in gloss black, and the headlights and taillights are slightly tinted. For those who want their Continental Supersports to stand out, Bentley will also be offering a convertible version. The convertible is a tick slower than the coupe due to its extra 385 pounds, but it still manages to claim the title of “world’s fastest 4-seat convertible” with a 0-to-60 time of 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 205 mph.
Unsurprisingly, the interior of the Continental Supersports is a treat for the eyes. The cabin features a unique checker-pattern carbon-fiber trim on the dash, drilled aluminum pedals, and a new diamond-quilted design for the seat upholstery. Bentley offers various wood veneers and an endless list of color combinations for the leather and stitching, and if you’re looking for something out of the ordinary, Bentley’s Mulliner division will make your wildest dreams come true. Want your Continental Supersports custom finished in bright green with stone veneers for the interior? Mulliner can pull that off. In terms of options, the Continental Supersports will be available with a reversing camera, a Naim audio system, massaging and ventilated seats, and a carbon-fiber engine cover.
Bentley will send just 250 Continental Supersports over to the U.S. later this fall, making this a rare bird. As for pricing, the coupe will begin at $293,300 and the convertible will be slightly more expensive, with a price tag of $322,600.
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Trims & specs
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
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 30GB · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 440 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 16.5 · Front brake width: 1.57 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brake width: 1.57 · 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 · Headliner trim: leather · Interior accents: faux suede · Shift knob trim: aluminum · Steering wheel trim: suede
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: rear console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: 3 driver · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): three 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: 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
Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Headlamp bezel color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · 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: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Parking sensors: rear · 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
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
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
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side 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 · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 440 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 16.5 · Front brake width: 1.57 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brake width: 1.57 · 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 · Headliner trim: leather · Interior accents: faux suede · Shift knob trim: suede · Steering wheel trim: suede
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): three 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: front seatback · 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
Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Headlamp bezel color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: decklid · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · 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: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: soft top
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
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
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: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic