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Bentley Flying Spur

The 2025 Flying Spur Speed: four doors, 771 hp, 60 mph in a tested 3.0 seconds.1

Researched November 1, 2026 from 35 sources

At a glance

0400800
500–771 hpPower
0510
3–4.9 s0–60 mph
05001,000
650–1,000 N·mTorque
01,5003,000
2,330–2,732 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.121011

Engine
Twin-turbo 6.0 L W12 or 4.0 L V8; 2.9 L V6 and 4.0 L V8 plug-in hybrids12
Layout
Front engine, all-wheel drive13
Gearbox
Gen 1: 6-speed auto; Gen 2: 8-speed auto; later: 8-speed dual-clutch127
Built at
Bentley Crewe, UK; Dresden Transparent Factory, Germany (1,358 cars; to 2007)2

The story

Bentley gave the Continental GT formula four doors and room for adults in back. Unveiled in 2005 under Volkswagen ownership, the Flying Spur combined a twin-turbo W12 with permanent all-wheel drive.23

2005: Geneva debut for the four-door GT20052008: Speed reaches 322 km/h20082013: Continental name goes; ride softens20132016: W12 S reaches 325 km/h20162019: Porsche MSB brings rear-wheel steering20192020: 333 km/h and a driver's-seat verdict20202022: V6 plug-in Hybrid reaches the street20222024: 771-hp V8 plug-in hybrid arrives20242026: Single headlamps; the S returns2026 Bentley Continental Flying Spur: 2005–2013Bentley Continental Flying SpurBentley Flying Spur (second generation): 2013–2019 200420062008201020122014201620182020202220242026
GenerationsMilestones24
Show the numbers
YearWhat happened
2005–2013Bentley Continental Flying Spur
2013–2019Bentley Flying Spur (second generation)
2005Geneva debut for the four-door GT
2008Speed reaches 322 km/h
2013Continental name goes; ride softens
2016W12 S reaches 325 km/h
2019Porsche MSB brings rear-wheel steering
2020333 km/h and a driver's-seat verdict
2022V6 plug-in Hybrid reaches the street
2024771-hp V8 plug-in hybrid arrives
2026Single headlamps; the S returns
  1. 2005

    Geneva debut for the four-door GT

    The first generation launches with a 552-hp twin-turbo W12 and permanent AWD, reaching 314 km/h.2

  2. 2008

    Speed reaches 322 km/h

    The new Speed delivers 602 hp, a 4.5-second 0–100 km/h sprint and a 322 km/h top speed.2

  3. 2013

    Continental name goes; ride softens

    The second generation drops Continental and gains softer air springs for comfort, plus a 616-hp W12 and a ZF eight-speed automatic.24

  4. 2016

    W12 S reaches 325 km/h

    The second-generation W12 S gets 626 hp and a 325 km/h ceiling, with revised suspension and optional carbon-ceramic brakes.25

  5. 2019

    Porsche MSB brings rear-wheel steering

    Unveiled in June, the third generation moves its front axle about 130 mm forward and adopts an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox.26

  6. 2020

    333 km/h and a driver's-seat verdict

    The W12 records 0–60 mph in 3.5 seconds in testing; its claimed 333 km/h ceiling accompanies a clear preference for driving over being driven.7

  7. 2022

    V6 plug-in Hybrid reaches the street

    The 536-hp V6 plug-in Hybrid brings about 40 km of EV range and power handoffs that feel almost seamless on the road.8

  8. 2024

    771-hp V8 plug-in hybrid arrives

    September's facelift introduces the 2025 powertrain shift; the Speed later records a 3.0-second 0–60 mph run in testing.12

  9. 2026

    Single headlamps; the S returns

    Single headlamps return, while the S rejoins the range with 930 Nm and an electronic limited-slip differential.9

Every generation

  • Bentley R-Type Continental
    Bentley R-Type Continental
  • Bentley Continental Flying Spur
    Bentley Continental Flying Spur2005–2013
  • Bentley Flying Spur (second generation)
    Bentley Flying Spur (second generation)2013–2019

Power over the years

From 552 hp to 771 hp in 20 years.

0200400600800 20052010201520202025 hp 2005 · 552 hp · Original W122008 · 602 hp · Speed2013 · 616 hp · Second-generation W122014 · 500 hp · Second-generation V82016 · 521 hp · V8 S2016 · 626 hp · W12 S2020 · 626 hp · 2020 W122022 · 536 hp · V6 plug-in Hybrid2022 · 542 hp · V8 (2022 range)2023 · 626 hp · W12 Speed2025 · 771 hp · Speed V8 plug-in hybrid2026 · 670 hp · S High Performance Hybrid 771 hp Speed V8 plug-in hybrid 552 hp Original W12
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YearHorsepowerModel
2005552Original W12
2008602Speed
2013616Second-generation W12
2014500Second-generation V8
2016521V8 S
2016626W12 S
20206262020 W12
2022536V6 plug-in Hybrid
2022542V8 (2022 range)
2023626W12 Speed
2025771Speed V8 plug-in hybrid
2026670S High Performance Hybrid

Versions

11 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Continental Flying Spur W12

    Standard

    Continental Flying Spur W12

    2005–2013

    552 hp
  • Flying Spur Mulliner

    Standard

    Flying Spur Mulliner

    2021–present

  • Continental Flying Spur Speed

    Performance

    Continental Flying Spur Speed

    2008–2013

    602 hp
  • Flying Spur V8 S

    Performance

    Flying Spur V8 S

    2016–2019

    521 hp
  • Flying Spur W12 S

    Performance

    Flying Spur W12 S

    2016–2019

    626 hp
  • Flying Spur Speed

    Performance

    Flying Spur Speed

    2023–present

  • Performance

    Flying Spur S

    2026

    670 hp
  • Flying Spur Odyssean Edition

    Special

    Flying Spur Odyssean Edition

    2021

  • Special

    Flying Spur Virtuoso Collection

    2026

  • Flying Spur First Edition

    Limited

    Flying Spur First Edition

    2019–2020

    626 hp

  • Limited

    Flying Spur Design Series by Mulliner

    2017

How to spot one

Look for

  • First generation: full-length side creases, without the Continental GT coupe's pronounced rear haunches.23
  • Third generation: vertical grille vanes over mesh and rear lamps with B-shaped motifs.217
  • 2026 refresh: single front headlamps and smooth fenders, with badges behind the front wheels.9

Year by year

  1. 2009

    A more upright grille, larger front-bumper intake and reshaped rear bumper mark the first-generation refresh.1218

  2. 2020 model year

    Front wheels sit farther forward under a long hood; the grille gains vertical vanes and the rear lamps gain B motifs.26

  3. 2025

    A revised grille, reshaped bumper and new wheel designs accompany the V8 plug-in hybrid.1

  4. 2026

    Single headlamps and a bumper-integrated grille arrive; front-fender vents disappear and badges move behind the front wheels.9

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a Bentley Flying Spur
    Flying Spur
    Photo of a Bentley Continental GT
    Bentley Continental GT

    Bentley Continental GT

    Count the doors: the Continental GT is a two-door coupe, while the Flying Spur has four.2

  • Photo of a Bentley Flying Spur
    Flying Spur
    Photo of a Bentley Mulsanne
    Bentley Mulsanne

    Bentley Mulsanne

    The 2020 Flying Spur has a lower, sleeker silhouette than the Mulsanne.7

  • Photo of a Bentley Flying Spur
    Flying Spur
    Photo of a Rolls-Royce Ghost
    Rolls-Royce Ghost

    Rolls-Royce Ghost

    Look for the Ghost's rear-hinged rear doors and wheel centers that keep their double-R logos upright.19

Against its rivals

  • Mercedes S600

    Flying Spur vs Mercedes S600

    Top speed

    Flying Spur314 km/h
    Mercedes S600249 km/h
    3

  • Flying Spur vs Rolls-Royce Ghost (2011)

    0–97 km/h lower is better

    Flying Spur4.3 s
    Rolls-Royce Ghost (2011)4.7 s
    19
  • Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid

    Flying Spur vs Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid

    Power

    Flying Spur626 hp
    Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid680 hp
    6

Prices

Value today $19.5K–$163.5K1526

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$100K$200K$300K$400K 20052010201520202025 Value today: $19,500–$163,512 2006 · $171,285 · US base, Continental Flying Spur2010 · $208,795 · US base, Speed2010 · $229,855 · US Speed, as tested2014 · $206,225 · US base, W122017 · $208,725 · US base, V8 S2017 · $234,905 · US V8 S, as tested2020 · $223,925 · US base, W122020 · $284,270 · US W12 First Edition, as tested2025 · $276,450 · US base, Speed2025 · $348,830 · US Speed, as tested 2006 · $171,285 · US base price, 2006 model year 2025 · $60,500 · 2017 W12 Mulliner, BaT2025 · $41,500 · 2011 Continental Flying Spur Speed, 16k miles, BaT2025 · $50,000 · 2015 V8 Mulliner, 40k miles, BaT2025 · $76,500 · 2017 W12 Mulliner, 20k miles, BaT2026 · $163,512 · 2020 W12 First Edition, 3,200 miles, BaT2026 · $40,500 · 2006 Continental Flying Spur, April sale, BaT2026 · $19,500 · 2006 Continental Flying Spur, 11k miles, BaT2026 · $56,000 · 2016 V8, 16k miles, BaT2026 · $235,000 · 2024 Speed Edition 12, 7k miles, BaT2026 · $18,300 · 2006 W12, 53k miles, BaT2026 · $133,500 · 2022 Hybrid, 16k miles, BaT $235.0K BaT, 2026
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Show the numbers
YearPriceAmountDetail
2006Launch price$171,285US base price, 2006 model year
2006Price when new$171,285US base, Continental Flying Spur
2010Price when new$208,795US base, Speed
2010Price when new$229,855US Speed, as tested
2014Price when new$206,225US base, W12
2017Price when new$208,725US base, V8 S
2017Price when new$234,905US V8 S, as tested
2020Price when new$223,925US base, W12
2020Price when new$284,270US W12 First Edition, as tested
2025Price when new$276,450US base, Speed
2025Price when new$348,830US Speed, as tested
2025Auction sale$60,5002017 W12 Mulliner, BaT
2025Auction sale$41,5002011 Continental Flying Spur Speed, 16k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$50,0002015 V8 Mulliner, 40k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$76,5002017 W12 Mulliner, 20k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$163,5122020 W12 First Edition, 3,200 miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$40,5002006 Continental Flying Spur, April sale, BaT
2026Auction sale$19,5002006 Continental Flying Spur, 11k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$56,0002016 V8, 16k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$235,0002024 Speed Edition 12, 7k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$18,3002006 W12, 53k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$133,5002022 Hybrid, 16k miles, BaT
2026Value today$19,500–$163,512

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 11 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 13 stories from its legend
    • “2:58 around an ice-covered circuit”
    • “Reacher's Bentley felt like a private jet”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 3 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

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  29. 16k-Mile 2016 Bentley Flying Spur V8 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $56,000 on August 27, 2026 (Lot #259,963) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  30. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $18,300 on May 20, 2026 (Lot #243,451) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  31. No Reserve: 2024 Bentley Flying Spur Speed Edition 12 for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $235,000 on September 2, 2026 (Lot #261,016) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  32. 2022 Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $133,500 on February 23, 2026 (Lot #231,071) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  33. 20k-Mile 2017 Bentley Flying Spur W12 Mulliner for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $76,500 on March 12, 2025 (Lot #183,405) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
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