Do the Continental with a new V8 option | New Release - Car News Feb 2012

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12:17 Wednesday 09 May 2012

The new V8 engine launched by Bentley at the Detroit Motor Show in January is now available in the Continental GT.

The new engine sees a claimed 40% cut in fuel consumption and emissions, and costs around £13,000 less than existing 12-cylinder Continental. The 500 mile range of the V8 is a 100 mile improvement over the current W12 engine.

A black matrix grille, 21-inch wheels, and figure of eight tailpipes distinguish the V8 Continentals from their 12-cylinder stablemates.

The V8 Continental GT Coupe will cost £123,835, as opposed to £135,760 for the W12 version. The GTC convertible costs £136,250, just over £13,100 less than the 12-cylinder model.

The V8 Continentals have a number of optional extras, including ceramic brakes for £10,000, or special liquid paint for £24,000.

The Continental is Bentley's best selling model, and helped the brand increase its worldwide sales by 37% last year.

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