5 things you need to know about the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Speed

Bentley’s most powerful sedan ever, with new 771-horsepower plug-in hybrid V8 engine that accelerates to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds

Bentley has unveiled the fourth generation of the Flying Spur, and the first model is the performance flagship Speed. Sure, the ultra-luxury sedan may look almost identical to its predecessor, but it has some important cosmetic changes, including a new plug-in hybrid V8 powertrain that replaces the old W12.

At first glance, the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Speed ​​appears to be a carbon copy of its predecessor. But look closer and you’ll spot a new grille pattern, some slightly redesigned bumper air intakes and a set of shiny new 22-inch alloy wheels. The interior is also largely unchanged, save for a new “Precision Diamond” patchwork pattern on the seats and matching 3D inserts on the door cards.

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So why is Bentley calling it a new generation model, rather than a true facelift? The answer lies in the “ultra-high performance hybrid” powertrain, which has allowed the Crewe brand to boldly call the new Flying Spur Speed ​​its first “four-door supercar.” Here are five things you need to know about Bentley’s newest – and Rolls-Royce Ghost’s toughest – rival.

#1 Bentley’s fastest sedan yet

The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Speed ​​swaps the previous generation’s 592-hp 6.0-liter W12 for a new-age plug-in hybrid twin-turbo V8, proving that even the most traditional luxury brands can embrace electrification when more power is needed. With 771 hp (575 kW / 782 PS) and 1,000 Nm (738 lb-ft) of torque, the British electric sports car is on par with its Continental GT Speed ​​sibling and the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid.

All that power comes from a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine that pumps out 592 horsepower (600 PS) and an electric motor that adds 187 hp (190 PS), or 19 percent more power than the retired W12. The extra power makes a difference—it accelerates this heavyweight to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 3.5 seconds, 0.3 seconds quicker than the old car. Bentley might call that progress; we call it speed.

#2 Pure Electric Vehicle Model

The electric nature of the new Flying Spur Speed ​​is not just about more power, but also about longer range. The 25.9 kWh battery provides 76 km (47 miles) of zero-emission range on the WLTP cycle, and a full charge takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. In EV mode, the driver can make use of 187 hp (140 kW / 190 PS) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque, but the top speed is limited to 140 km/h (87 mph) – a reminder that even Bentley electric vehicles have limits.

With both the battery and the fuel tank fully charged, the Flying Spur Speed ​​can travel 829 km (515 miles), easily surpassing the previous generation V6-powered PHEV launched in 2021.

3. All-wheel steering

In true Bentley style, the new Flying Spur has been equipped with a host of advanced chassis technologies. Standard features include Bentley Performance Active Chassis with all-wheel steering, Bentley Dynamic Ride Suspension, Active Torque Vectoring and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential.

This setup promises responsive handling when you want to accelerate, and “significantly improved” ride comfort when you don’t – depending on whether you select Comfort, Bentley or Sport mode.

#4 Billions of ways to personalize

Bentley customers love variety, and the company certainly knows how to satisfy them. That’s why the new Flying Spur has “tens of billions of configuration possibilities,” even before the Mulliner division offers endless customization and coachbuilding options. If you can dream it, Bentley can build it.

The options are dizzying: There are 101 exterior colors in total, plus a custom paint matching service for those who want a more unique look. Inside, there are 22 primary leather colors, 11 secondary shades, and four color combinations, for a total of 700 leather combinations. There are also eight wood finishes and three technical finishes to choose from, allowing customers to create their own Flying Spur.

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Bentley is also known for offering some of the best sound systems on the market. The ultimate option for the Flying Spur is Naim’s 2,200-watt, 19-speaker system, which features active bass transducers embedded in the front seats.

#5 Healthy seating for everyone

Every new Bentley has to have cool features to attract wealthy buyers, and the Flying Spur Speed ​​doesn’t disappoint. For the first time, an optional Wellness Seat specification is available on all four seats, ensuring every occupant can stay relaxed and refreshed. This setup, combined with posture adjustment and seat auto-climate, keeps passengers in optimal comfort by optimising body temperature and ‘soothingly and seamlessly’ regulating muscle pressure to relieve fatigue during those long journeys to the country club.

The air conditioning system has gone a step further, with an air ioniser, a particle filter and smart integration with the navigation system to keep the air fresh even when travelling through dirty tunnels. On the technology side, improved connectivity offers remote in-car pre-conditioning straight from the owner’s smartphone. And, because Bentley also needs to keep up with the times, over-the-air updates will bring new features such as ‘Green Traffic Light Prediction’ to help you navigate through urban environments with ease.

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