Bentley has unveiled its new open-top performance
flagship, the Continental GT Speed Convertible, at the North American
International Auto Show, at the same time as the business announces a 22
per cent global sales increase, with the Americas region maintaining
its position as Bentley's number one market.
The new GT Speed
Convertible combines the sensory pleasures of roof-down luxury touring
with the shattering performance of a 625 PS (616 bhp) twin-turbocharged
6.0 litre W12, while delivering a 15 per cent improvement in fuel
efficiency. The close-ratio eight-speed transmission, uprated and
lowered suspension and retuned steering provide exhilarating
acceleration and sharp, communicative handling without detriment to the
renowned ride comfort of Bentley's Continental convertible. Permanent
all-wheel drive ensures optimum traction and power delivery whatever the
road conditions.
