Bentley unveils new Flying Spur with hybrid V8, S model, and Virtuoso audio
Bentley Motors has unveiled the latest generation Flying Spur, a handcrafted luxury four-door sedan featuring a V8 hybrid powertrain and a new S model with 680 PS.
680 PS (930 Nm)
3.6 seconds
~20%
What Happened
Bentley Motors today announced the latest generation Flying Spur, a luxury four-door sedan that builds on the brand's class-leading V8 hybrid powertrains. The new design features single front headlamps for the first time since 1962, aligning with the Continental GT family, and cleaner, uninterrupted surfaces. Production will commence at Bentley's Crewe plant in September 2026.
The Flying Spur S returns as a performance-focused derivative, delivering 680 PS and 930 Nm from its High-Performance Hybrid powertrain—nearly 20% more power than the previous S model. It accelerates from 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 191 mph. The S model includes Bentley's Performance Active Chassis with an electronic limited-slip differential for enhanced driving dynamics.
New Flying Spur announced and available to order
Production begins at Crewe
First deliveries to customers
- Single front headlamps (first on a Bentley sedan since 1962)
- Five distinct seat styles, each requiring 12 hours of craftsmanship
- Mulliner Virtuoso Collection with Naim for Mulliner audio system
- New Dark Teal exterior paint color
- 22-inch wheel finishes available on Azure and S models
Why this matters
The new Flying Spur continues Bentley's tradition of combining luxury with high performance, now with a hybrid powertrain that offers both power and efficiency, and a new S model that sets a performance benchmark for the brand.
Terms in This Story
- V8 hybrid powertrain
- A combination of a V8 gasoline engine and an electric motor to improve performance and efficiency.
- eLSD
- Electronic limited-slip differential, a device that distributes torque to wheels with the most traction to improve handling.
- Naim for Mulliner
- A premium audio system developed in collaboration with Naim, featuring high-end speakers and immersive sound.
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