2016 Bentley

2016 Bentley Mulsanne Description

'The new Mulsanne Speed is the car that defines Bentley, as a flagship for driving luxury performance. Our customers don't compromise, and we've adopted the same approach in the design, engineering and crafting of our new flagship. The Mulsanne Speed is distinguished, calm and relaxing, but always wîth a connection to the road and relentless dynamic performance on demand. In this car, every journey becomes a drive.'

At the heart of the Mulsanne Speed is Bentley's iconic 6¾-litre twin-turbo V8 engine, which has been re-engineered for the Mulsanne Speed as well as the signature Mulsanne. A totally redesigned combustion system (including combustion chamber, inlet ports, fuel injectors, spark plugs, and compression ratio) promotes a much faster and more controlled combustion process. Through combining these advances wîth new variable valve timing and optimised turbocharger control, torque output of the engine has been pushed to record levels

The swell of torque from low engine speeds builds to a new peak power output of 537 PS, enough to drive the Mulsanne Speed to a top speed of 190 mph (305 km/h) – an unrivalled figure in the ultra-luxury sector. The 0-60 mph sprint is covered in 4.8 seconds, wîth 0-100 km/h taking just 4.9 seconds.
The new engine is paired wîth a recalibrated gearbox designed to enhance the driving experience of the Mulsanne Speed. The gear strategy is optimised for the new, higher wave of torque, and is designed for instant torque delivery on throttle application. The connection between the car and driver has been the focus, and extensive validation wîth both keen drivers and professional chauffeurs has proven the new setup. A new 'S' mode gives the driver even more control, and maintains the engine speed above 2,000 rpm so that the turbochargers are always ready to deliver instantaneous performance.
An extensive recalibration of the engine management system has yielded benefits beyond increased torque and power. The cylinder deactivation system, that runs the engine as a V4 during light load, has been retuned for smoother transitions between V8 and V4 for even greater refinement. This work combines wîth a new gearbox control strategy and the engine hardware improvements to give a new level of efficiency for the Mulsanne engine.

To deploy the effortless power and acceleration on offer in the Mulsanne Speed, an even more driver-focused Sport suspension mode is included. While the Bentley and Comfort suspension modes provide a comfort-focused and fully compliant chassis setup, the Sport mode stiffens the all-round air suspension for improved body control and adjusts the §teering dynamics for greater feedback and accuracy. The driver can also choose to individually match §teering, chassis and engine tunes according to personal preference through the Custom setting.
Through this new setup, the Mulsanne Speed builds on the abilities of the signature Mulsanne model, being able to switch from a communicative and enjoyable car to drive at pace, to a relaxing, comfortable and exceptionally refined limousine.

The Mulsanne Speed reflects its ground-breaking performance wîth new and more assertive styling features that are marks of distinction for Bentley's pinnacle flagship.
A dark tint finish is applied to the exterior stainless steel matrix grilles, in a process unique in the automotive industry, wîth the radiator grille, lower bumper grilles and wing vents all featuring this exquisite treatment. The distinctive headlights of the Mulsanne show the same dark tint application, and at the rear of the car the taillights retain the 'floating ellipse' design, but are similarly finished wîth a dark tint for a striking appearance, especially at night.
The Mulsanne Speed introduces Bentley's first ever directional style wheel, wîth a design that is handed for the right or left side of the car. The 21' wheels, available in painted, polished and dark tint wîth machined accent finishes, are individually machined from solid forged blanks, before being perfected by hand.
Twin rifled exhaust tailpipes are the finishing touch to the revised powertrain, while solid, polished stainless steel Speed badging adorns the front fender and door tread plate areas.

The cabin of the Mulsanne Speed is a contemporary reinterpretation of the exquisite interior of the Bentley flagship. To create a modern two-tone feel, a new and unique colour split is available, wîth new stitch lines, that balances diamond quilted light-colour hide wîth darker, smooth hide. A new technical veneer option is available, wîth Piano Black veneer panels now including expertly handcrafted carbon fibre inlays. These new, contemporary panels have been especially developed for the Mulsanne Speed and match the rich, lustrous finish of the Piano Black veneer.
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