Bentley Continental GT S: The new middle ground between comfort and sport

Bentley has unveiled the Continental GT S, a new variant designed to occupy the space between the existing standard GT and the high-performance Speed model. This new offering aims to strike a balance between luxurious comfort and dynamic driving, appealing to enthusiasts who desire both.

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Under the hood, the GT S shares its plug-in hybrid powertrain with the standard Continental GT, delivering a combined output of 680 PS (500 kW) and 930 Nm of torque. While this is 102 PS (75 kW) and 70 Nm less than the GT Speed, it still provides formidable acceleration, capable of propelling the car from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, with a top speed of 308 km/h.

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500 kW (680 PS) and 930 Nm hardly sound like a compromise.

Compared to the GT Speed's 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time and 336 km/h top speed, the GT S is slightly less potent. However, it boasts a pure electric range of 84 kilometers, a marginal improvement over the GT Speed. The article notes that these differences are largely insignificant in everyday driving.

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Compared to the performance spearhead GT Speed, the new S variant loses in the quartet game, but not against many other sports cars.

The GT S utilizes the chassis from the GT Speed, contributing to its sporty character. Despite its considerable weight of 2.5 tons, the car handles with confidence, though it can exhibit slight understeer in tight, fast corners. The combination of the twin-charged V8 gasoline engine and electric motor ensures ample power is available for all driving situations, maintaining Bentley's signature effortless performance.

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The combination of the twin-charged four-liter V8 gasoline engine and electric motor offers ample power in all situations.