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British manufacturer of super luxury automobiles, slotting above BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz. Bently is known for its comfortable interior amenities and luxurious passenger accomadations. Classic models include the Mulsanne (still on sale) and the R-Type.
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Bentley EXP 9 F SUV Concept, for Rich People in Poor Countries: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
America aside, Bentley’s new SUV concept is an ostentatious look at a future SUV from the prestigious British brand targeted specifically at “emerging markets.” There’s an increasing demand for extra pricey SUVs from countries like China, Brazil and India, as well as some traditional SUV hot spots like Russia and the Middle East. That said, considering…
Bentley Continental GTC V8 Convertible: Geneva Motor Show Preview
The Bentley Continental GTC V8 Convertible will make its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show tomorrow, and will be a drop top version of the GTC V8 we saw in Detroit two months ago. The GTC is powered by a 4.0L twin turbocharged V8 which makes 500 hp and 487 lb. ft. of torque….
Bentley EXP 9 F SUV Concept Gets Mulsanne Looks: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
One of the most highly anticipated debuts at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show is the Bentley SUV Concept which the British luxury automaker has previewed ahead of its official reveal. Dubbed the EXP 9 F, the all-wheel drive luxury SUV is being displayed in concept form at the show powered by a 6.0L, twin-turbocharged W12…
Breitling for Bentley Watch Inspired by V8 Continental
Cars won’t be the only items to debut at the Geneva Auto Show next week, Breitling for Bentley is releasing a new watch inspired by the V8 Continental. The exclusive timepiece features a metallic red inner bezel with the names of 24 global locations. Breitling watches are gorgeous luxury items that always carry a price to match…
Bentley Introduces Executive Interior for Mulsanne
Bentley is adding prestige and personalization to its Mulsanne with a new high class trim level called the Executive Interior, bringing the latest in multimedia connectivity to the English automakers flagship. There are two choices within this high class trim level, either the theater specification or iPad spec executive interior. A Mulsanne takes Bentley workers…
Bentley Plug-In Hybrid SUV Rumored for Geneva Motor Show Debut
It’s already public knowledge that British luxury automaker Bentley will be debuting an SUV concept at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, but now reports are coming in that there’s a slight possibility that concept will be a plug-in hybrid variant. The brand’s first SUV could hit the market within three years if the Volkswagen Group…
Bentley Needs China’s Help to Double Its Sales
Bentley is aiming high with its proposed goal of doubling annual sales by 2017. The English luxury automaker has a long road ahead, but will be helped by the U.S. resurgence in car sales and especially by the boom in China. “I am assuming a robust, double-digit growth for 2012. I expect growth of more…
Most Expensive Bentley Ever to Sell at Bonhams Auction
Dominating Le Mans during the 1920’s with its powerful, rugged, and reliable Bentley Blower, the British automaker from Crewe established itself as one of the earliest names in motorsports. This June, Bonhams’ Goodwood will offer a rare red 1929-32’Bentley 4 1/2-Liter for auction. According to experts, the Bentley is expected to reach bids as high…
Bentley Mulliner Driving Specification Revealed: Geneva Motor Show Preview
Bentley‘s flagship, the Mulsanne, is getting a new sport focused package known as the Mulliner Driving Specification which will debut on the car at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The Mulliner Driving Specification package will add some performance features to the Mulsanne that will give the 6.75-litre V8 luxury touring sedan a new sports car tinge….
Bentley Continental GT V8: New Photos
The new Bentley Continental GT and GTC V8 still doesn’t have a scheduled release date, but that hasn’t stoped the British automaker from releasing more photos of the two upcoming models to whet our appetite. The new V8-powered Continental features a 4.0L, twin-turbo engine with 500-hp and 487 lb-ft of torque with an eight-speed automatic…
Bentley W12 Engine Improved to Avoid Replacement
It seems that with the release of the Bentley twin-turbo V8 powerplant, the W12 could be rendered a useless dinosaur. The British automaker however, still has plans to make the W12 more efficient and a viable engine in Bentley’s lineup. The new 4.0L V8 from Bentley pushes out 500-hp, impressive when compared to the larger,…
Bentley Continental V8 Makes Dramatic Debut in Munich [Video]
Bentley turned to the skies to make its new Continental V8 debut one to remember out in Germany. The new 4.0L V8 Continental GT coupe went flying (literally) above downtown Munich thanks to a very sturdy harness and excellent helicopter pilot. Obviously a marketing and publicity stunt more than anything else, Bentley also needed a…
Bentley SUV Rumored for Geneva Auto Show Debut
Although Bentley already confirmed its newest SUV will be coming to market, we still have no details on when the luxury automaker will release the specifics to the public. The newest update from Autoweek says that Bentley is scrambling to get together a working concept to debut at the 2012 Geneva Auto Show. The new…
Birdman Gives Away a Rolls-Royce and Two Bentleys
Defining the one percent is messy math business that we’re far from doing, but maybe you can reach this stellar status by demonstrating your wealth through gifts. If that is the case, hip hop entertainer Birdman certainly made the cut in the video below where he gave away a Rolls-Royce Ghost and Bentley Mulsanne —…
Bentley Introduces Driving Program For North America [Video]
Taking their first Le Mans victory in 1924, the Bentley Brothers and their powerful, heavy, rugged, and reliable Bentley Blower dominated motorsports in the 1920s, outclassing rival Bugatti and its more elegant, lightweight, but considerably more fragile machines. Despite Volkswagen ownership and the passing of many decades, Bentley cars still retain this trait today. Since…
Bentley Continental GT Goes Skijoring in Switzerland [Videos]
Bentley recently found an interesting way to prove the all-wheel drive capabilities of its Continental sports car, taking to the sport of skijoring out at the Switzerland Alpine passes. Skijoring, a winter sport that usually involves a person on skis being pulled by a horse or dogs, can sometimes be seen with a motor vehicle,…
Bentley ‘Power on Ice’ Driving Event for the Adventurous One Percent
Race circuits crafted from Finland’s finest snow and ice await the one percent next month as Bentley announces its 2012 Power on Ice Adventure. We strongly suggest attendance if you can get past the almost $11,275 dollar starting price without having an aneurysm. That said, it sure will be fun. It’s not every day you…
Bentley Takes Aim at Maybach’s Super Rich Clients
In addition, Bentley Chief Executive Wolfgang Durheimer also talked of creating a “specific welcome zone inside our brand,” which includes inviting clients for VIP tours of the brand’s production facilities in Crewe, Cheshire, United Kingdom.
Bentley Plug-In Hybrid and Upcoming SUV Detailed
Car and Driver recently sat down with Bentley Chief Wolfgang Dürheimer to get some details on the British automaker’s plug-in hybrid and upcoming SUV. Dürheimer told the publication that we shouldn’t expect to see the plug-in hybrid until the next generation of Bentleys are unveiled and that a final decision on their SUV will be made in…
Cher’s 2005 Bentley Continental GT To Hit Auction Block
Listen up Cher fans – if you want to make your Cher shrine complete, you’ll want to bid on the diva’s 2005 Bentley Continental GT. Set to hit the auction block on January 23 in Los Angeles on as part of the Bonhams Entertainment event, the Bentley is expected to bring in $80,000 to $120,000….
Bentley Continental GT V8 Targets the Two Percent: 2012 Detroit Auto Show
Very few car companies can lay claim to have a twin-turbo charged, 500-hp, V8 as their entry level vehicle, but Bentley can. At the 2012 North American International Auto Show, the Bentley Continental GT V8 made its World premiere. While the original W12 version continues in production, this new V8 will be offered at a…
Bentley SUV Confirmed, Lamborghini To Follow
Thanks to Bentley‘s strongest sales performance since 2008, the gentlemen of Crewe are looking to expand their line-up with the introduction of a new luxury SUV by 2014. Known for its generous application of wood and leather, Bentley does not intend to compete against the likes of Cayenne or Range Rover. Instead, Bentley aims to…
Bentley Sales Spike by 37% in 2011, US Still Largest Market
The recession has not been kind to most luxury car manufacturer’s. After all, with the economy on a downturn, even those who can still afford luxuries shy away from frivolous spending. While the recession was the final nail in Maybach‘s coffin, Bentley has soldiered on and managed to survive the tough economic climate. Not only…
Volkswagen to Reach Goal of World’s Largest Automaker Ahead of Schedule
The Volkswagen Group, which consists of Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini and Porsche brands in America, are looking to become the number one seller of vehicles in the world by 2018. That’s a bold proclamation as they’re currently sitting in the number three position behind Toyota and General Motors. As of last year, the VW…
