Bentley
redefines the fastest ultra-luxury driving experience in the world with a new
pinnacle flagship.
The new Mulsanne Speed is tailored for the driver, with 537
PS (530 bhp / 395 kW), 1,100 Nm (811 lb.ft) and selectable sports suspension
and steering on demand.
The
pinnacle of performance
At the
heart of the Mulsanne Speed is Bentley’s iconic 6¾-litre twin-turbo V8 engine.
A totally redesigned combustion system promotes a much faster and more
controlled combustion process. Through combining these advances with new
variable valve timing and optimised turbocharger control, torque output of the
engine has been pushed to record levels – 1,100 Nm (811 lb.ft) from 1,750 rpm.
The swell
of torque from low engine speeds builds to a new peak power output of 537 PS,
enough to drive the Mulsanne Speed to a top speed of 190 mph (305 km/h) – an
unrivalled figure in the ultra-luxury sector. The 0-60 mph sprint is covered in
4.8 seconds, with 0-100 km/h taking just 4.9 seconds.
Designed to
enhance the driving experience of the Mulsanne Speed, Bentley created a
recalibrated gearbox to optimise instant torque delivery on throttle
application. Moreover, a new “S” mode gives the driver even more control, and
maintains the engine speed above 2,000 rpm so that the turbochargers are always
ready to deliver instantaneous performance.
To deploy
the effortless power and acceleration on offer in the Mulsanne Speed, an even
more driver-focused Sport suspension mode is included. While the Bentley and
Comfort suspension modes provide a comfort-focused and fully compliant chassis
setup, the Sport mode stiffens the all-round air suspension for improved body
control and adjusts the steering dynamics for greater feedback and accuracy.
Through
this new setup, the Mulsanne Speed builds on the abilities of the signature
Mulsanne model, being able to switch from a communicative and enjoyable car to
drive at pace, to a relaxing, comfortable and exceptionally refined limousine.
Assertive
design
The
Mulsanne Speed reflects its ground-breaking performance with new and more
assertive styling features that are marks of distinction for Bentley’s pinnacle
flagship. With its dark tint finish applied to the exterior stainless steel
matrix grilles, the radiator grille, lower bumper grilles and wing vents, the
Mulsanne looks like a “floating ellipse”.
For the
first time, Bentley introduced a directional style wheel, with a design that is
handed for the right or left side of the car. Twin rifled exhaust tailpipes are
the finishing touch to the revised powertrain, while solid, polished stainless
steel Speed badging adorns the front fender and door tread plate areas.
Four new
exterior paint colours are introduced for the Mulsanne and Mulsanne Speed:
Spectre, Candy Red, Camel and Marlin. The “standard” paint range covers 25
shades, including Marlin, while the optional extended range features over 100
colours. A fully bespoke paint-matching service is available on request.
The cabin
of the Mulsanne Speed is a contemporary reinterpretation of the exquisite
interior of the Bentley flagship. To create a modern two-tone feel, a new and
unique colour split is available, with new stitch lines, that balances diamond
quilted light-colour hide with darker, smooth hide. A new technical veneer
option is available, with Piano Black veneer panels now including expertly
handcrafted carbon fibre inlays.
Customers
choose from 24 different hide colours, in six different colour splits, and ten
different veneers (seven as cost options) when specifying their Mulsanne Speed.
Finally,
on-board technology and connectivity are discreetly integrated beneath the
finest materials, created with unrivalled craftsmanship and exquisite
handcrafted details: 60 GB on-board hard
drive, electrically-operated tables, with recesses and connections for iPads,
on-board Wi-Fi, a 2,200 watt Naim for Bentley premium audio system and two 8”
screens and Bluetooth headphones.
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