Bentley Flying Spoor sedan. 2nd generation 2019
Bentley Flying Spur is a luxurious Gran Turismo executive sports sedan produced by British company Bentley Motors since 2013. In 2020, on the Israeli market, it was possible to purchase the second (according to other sources – the third) generation of the flagship model of Bentley 2019 model year.
The 4-door flagship sedan from Bentley 2019/2020 is presented in both 4 and 5-seat versions. The dimensions are 5316 mm in length, 1978 mm in width, 1484 mm in height, and wheelbase is 3194 mm. It is safely to say that the new Bentley Flying Spur is the world’s most advanced luxury sports sedan. This is a completely new car, inheriting from its predecessor only the name, which completely redefines the idea of performance, style, and driving pleasure in its class. The flagship model is a unique combination of the dynamics of a sports sedan and the sophistication of the limousine and is the ideal choice for those who enjoy personal driving, as well as those who prefer to travel with a driver.
Distinctive features
New Bentley Flying Spur has a completely original body, with elegant and dynamic proportions. The sedan for the first time of all Bentleys received a steered rear axle. There have been changes in the all-wheel drive system. In the previous generation, it divided traction between the front and rear axles in a ratio of 40:60, and in the new generation, normal movement involves the supply of 100% traction back and only when necessary. Special grip transfers part of the torque to the front wheels. It made mostly of aluminum and composite materials, the front and rear independent suspensions have three-chamber air bellows instead of springs. This design allows you to tune the suspension for smooth, almost like a limousine, quiet movement, or hard sports ride.
Compared to the previous generation, the front axle of the new Bentley Flying Spoor has shifted forward. This has improved the distribution of static weight on the axles, and together with the new platform, including the new all-wheel drive and full-steering chassis, has made it possible to virtually eliminate understeer. ‘Now the machine changes direction almost at the speed of thought,’ the developers say.
Exterior and interior
Particularly stylish are the B-shaped taillights and the latest matrix headlights at the front. Stylish new 21- and 22-inch wheels emphasize exclusivity and power. In the luxurious interior, smooth trim contours flow from the front into the rear passenger area, creating a fully integrated style. The rear passenger can control the climate system, multimedia, and interior lighting using the touch screen. It can be detached and picked up for ease of use. The main advantages of the new sedan are a view of car from above, night vision, and a head-up display. An optional edge-to-edge panoramic roof with motorized Alcantara shade to match the headlining (15 colors) is available. The number of combinations of basic colors of interior decoration and versions of wood veneer is also huge. There are three audio systems to choose from: ‘650 W, 10 speakers’, ‘1500, 16’ or ‘2200, 19’.
Motors and dynamics
The heart of the car is an updated and improved 6-liter V-12 engine with 635 hp with two turbochargers, paired with an eight-speed preselective transmission with two clutches from ZF. Capable of shifting very quickly, the new Bentley Flying Spur sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds. The top speed is 333 km/h.
