Bentley retires its iconic 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine
16 May 2024|70 views
Bentley have confirmed the retirement of its current generation 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine for the Continental GT, Continental GTC and Flying Spur model lines. While the iconic V8 will first be departing from the U.K., Europe and Southeast Asia, we can expect their departure from other regions soon.
The V8 internal combustion engine has played a key role for the brand over the last 75 years. The first L-Series V8 engine was introduced in the Bentley S2 in 1959, producing a total output of 180bhp. Today's V8 produces three times as much power with just two thirds of the capacity.
The modern V8-powered Bentleys offer compelling power and torque figures alongside a characterful engine note, greater range between fuel stops, and a reduction in CO2 emissions when compared to the firm's iconic W12 unit. It produces a peak power of 542bhp, alongside a maximum torque of 770Nm at 2,000rpm, maintaining this as a flat plateau through to 4,500rpm.
Bentley have confirmed the retirement of its current generation 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine for the Continental GT, Continental GTC and Flying Spur model lines. While the iconic V8 will first be departing from the U.K., Europe and Southeast Asia, we can expect their departure from other regions soon.
The V8 internal combustion engine has played a key role for the brand over the last 75 years. The first L-Series V8 engine was introduced in the Bentley S2 in 1959, producing a total output of 180bhp. Today's V8 produces three times as much power with just two thirds of the capacity.
The modern V8-powered Bentleys offer compelling power and torque figures alongside a characterful engine note, greater range between fuel stops, and a reduction in CO2 emissions when compared to the firm's iconic W12 unit. It produces a peak power of 542bhp, alongside a maximum torque of 770Nm at 2,000rpm, maintaining this as a flat plateau through to 4,500rpm.
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