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it home reported on september 10 that bentley released a new flying spur model. the new car abandoned the brand's legendary w12 engine and adopted the same electrified power system as the continental gt.

the new car's plug-in hybrid system combines a 592 horsepower (bhp) 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged v8 engine with a transmission-mounted electric motor for a total of 738 lb-ft of torque and a total power of 771 bhp, 145 bhp more than the discontinued w12 engine, making it bentley's most powerful four-door sedan to date.

the new flying spur can also run in pure electric mode, with a maximum speed of 87 miles (it home note: about 140.01 kilometers) / hour. the car is equipped with a 25.9 kwh battery pack and has a maximum pure electric range of 47 miles (about 75.64 kilometers). it can be charged at a rate of up to 11 kilowatts in charging mode via a charger or the engine. bentley says the car can achieve a combined range of 515 miles (about 828.81 kilometers) with a full battery and tank of fuel. the company claims this is the most efficient bentley to date, but has not yet released any fuel consumption data.

bentley says the new car, while 209kg heavier than the old w12 model, has changed weight distribution, with 52 per cent of the car’s mass now over the rear axle, compared with 47 per cent before, which helps improve traction.

the chassis has also been improved, with new twin-valve shock absorbers that improve comfort on bumpy roads in comfort mode while maintaining body control in sport mode. the electronic stability control software has also been updated to keep the car stable in a wider range of scenarios.

exterior changes include a squared-off lower air intake dam and redesigned adas sensors, with the speed ​​model getting a custom grille, front bumper and rear splitter. the car's infotainment system now offers wireless apple carplay and android auto, and can receive ota map updates.

the new flying spur will begin delivery at the end of this year, with an estimated starting price of around 220,000 pounds (currently around 2.048 million yuan).