The 2025 Bentley Continental GT Speed has officially been unveiled, marking a significant step in the brand's evolution. This model features innovative eFuels and hybrid powertrains, reflecting Bentley's commitment to sustainability without compromising performance. The Continental GT Speed retains the luxury and design that defines the brand while integrating advanced technology to reduce its carbon footprint. With these enhancements, Bentley aims to appeal to a new generation of drivers who value high performance and environmental responsibility. This debut signals a pivotal moment for Bentley as it adapts to the changing automotive landscape and the growing demand for greener alternatives in the luxury segment.
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The Continental GT Speed has set a new record as the brand's most powerful vehicle to date. It has a formidable 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 plug-in hybrid engine and can run exclusively on synthetic eFuels. To highlight this feature, Bentley organised a road trip in Switzerland, inviting 157 members of the media to participate and employing a fuel mixture, consisting of 75% eFuel and 25% conventional gasoline. The group navigated renowned routes such as Sustenpass, Grimselpass, Nufenenpass, and St. Gotthard Pass. The driving route featured over 4,500 hairpin turns and a total elevation gain of 14 lakh feet. Despite this, Bentley managed to reduce carbon emissions per guest by 30% compared to similar past events.
What are eFuels?
The eFuel used during the event is a synthetic fuel created by Highly Innovative Fuels (HIF) Global, with support from Porsche. It is manufactured at the Haru Oni pilot plant in Chile, where biogenic CO2 from brewing processes is combined with hydrogen obtained through water electrolysis to produce methanol, which is then processed into gasoline. For the event, Bentley utilised a blend consisting of 75% eFuel and 25% regular gasoline, significantly lowering emissions. The plant aims to produce 100,000 litres annually, showcasing the potential of eFuel technology. The objective is to ensure that burning the fuel generates no more CO2 emissions than what was initially produced, working towards full well-to-wheel sustainability. Bentley is also exploring alternative fuels, including bio-derived options and eFuels, as part of its broader electrification efforts.
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2025 Bentley Continental GT Speed: Powertrain
The new Continental GT Speed features a hybrid powertrain, with its 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine producing an impressive 591bhp. Additionally, it includes a single electric motor integrated into the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, which contributes another 187bhp, drawing power from a 25.9kWh battery. Altogether, this elegant model achieves a remarkable total output of 771bhp and 1,000Nm of torque.
The Continental GT Speed is now open for orders, with deliveries anticipated to begin early next year. It has received certification for emitting 29g/km of CO2 and can achieve up to 92.26km/l according to WLTP driving cycle standards.
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