2 minute read - 17th September 2024
Bentley Motors begins production of new Continental GT
Bentley Motors has begun production of the fourth-generation Continental GT at its Pyms Lane factory in Crewe.
The first new Continental GT, built to coincide with the 136th birthday of Walter Owen Bentley, will begin its life as a UK press fleet car, before joining Bentley’s Heritage Collection where it will be retained indefinitely. The car will be followed off the production line by the first customer cars, each one specified in one of the 46 billion configurations possible through Bentley’s standard options list.
Bentley’s Heritage Collection now consists of 45 cars from the oldest Bentley in the world (a 1919 3-Litre EXP2) through to the latest generation Continental GT (from 2024), representing every decade of the company’s 105-year history.
Bentley Motors has begun production of the fourth-generation Continental GT at its factory in Crewe / Picture: Bentley Motors
Andreas Lehe, Bentley’s member of the board for manufacturing, said: “The fourth-generation Continental GT is a true masterpiece. The vivid launch colour of Tourmaline Green is a modern interpretation of the notable Bentley Green, designed and painted by our in-house craftspeople. The vehicle completed a staggering 92 assembly stations throughout the production process and we’ve also pushed the boundaries of our interior vehicle design, with three-dimensional leather textures, modern quilting, and dark chrome finishes. Our artisans in Crewe have truly outdone themselves, ensuring every detail exudes luxury.”
Bentley says the Continental GT Speed redefines the ultimate blend of supercar performance, handcrafted luxury and everyday usability. The new model displays a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign. Performance is brought by an all-new Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain with 782 PS and 1,000 Nm, from a 4.0-litre V8 working in tandem with a 190 PS electric motor. The result is 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds, with the benefit of 50 miles of usable electric-only range (on the EU drive cycle) and a total range of 534 miles – creating an everyday supercar.
