It's been a long time coming but thanks to some co-
development and co-operation from sister company
Porsche, Bentley has released its first new Continental
GT in 15 years.
Porsche's contribution is not immediately visible but
the new Continental rides on a modular platform that's
shared among the VW Group's front-engine with rear
or all-wheel drive combo cars and was first seen last
year under the new Porsche Panamera. We will see it
pop up next, supporting the Bentley Flying Spur.
For now, it forms the benchmark for a truly remarkable
Grand Touring coupé that's lighter, more luxurious,
more technically advanced and more spacious than
the model it replaces.
Under the hood resides a 626bhp, six-litre W12 twin-
turbo engine that appears familiar but is very different
from those used in previous Bentleys.
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