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Bentley Flying Spur gains desirable V8 engine

Bentley Flying Spur V8
Bentley Flying Spur V8 Bentley Flying Spur V8

BENTLEY has added its highly desirable V8 engine to its Flying Spur luxury saloon, creating an alternative to the mighty W12 unit.

Already used on the smaller Continental GT, the 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged unit produces 542bhp and 568lb ft of torque and can power the Flying Spur from 0-60mph in just four seconds and onwards to a top speed of 198mph.

Some 100kg lighter than the W12 version, the V8-powered Flying Spur offers a 400-mile range thanks to cylinder deactivation tech which helps to improve fuel consumption.

The reduction in weight also allows the Flying Spur to be more agile than the W12 version thanks to improved overall weight distribution.

Torque vectoring, adaptive air suspension and a drive dynamics controller are fitted as standard, while buyers can also fit 48-volt electric active anti-roll bars as an optional extra for an even more composed ride.

Bentley Flying Spur V8
Bentley Flying Spur V8 Bentley Flying Spur V8

The Flying Spur is available in both four- and five-seat configurations, while a special touchscreen allows those sitting in the back to access a range of settings such as the window blinds, rear-seat massage function and rear climate control.

Bentley's rotating display is also available on the Flying Spur, incorporating a revolving display which can be used to relay a variety of different functions back to the driver. Apple CarPlay is included too, bringing easier smartphone integration to the system.

Bentley Flying Spur V8
Bentley Flying Spur V8 Bentley Flying Spur V8
Bentley Flying Spur V8
Bentley Flying Spur V8 Bentley Flying Spur V8