BENTLEY FLYING SPUR W12 S
The first four-door Bentley to achieve a top speed in excess of 200 mph, the Flying Spur W12 S sets new standards in the world of luxury cars. The engine has been tuned for added power and torque, alongside the introduction of suspension settings that deliver truly dynamic handling, without compromise to the car’s refined ride. With sporting details in evidence inside and out, there is no question that the Flying Spur W12 S is a car for the serious driver. Indeed, for many, it provides all the driving satisfaction of a grand tourer, alongside the range, space for luggage and rear comfort of the world’s finest luxury sedan. This is a flagship model with a darker side.
Road presence: a term that takes on new meaning with the introduction of the new Flying Spur W12 S. Never before has a luxury sedan driven so confidently into territory normally occupied by supercars. And with its striking sporting appearance, the Flying Spur W12 S is impossible to miss. Gloss black metal details adorn its sleek exterior, along with W12 S badging on the rear pillar and the stainless steel W12 S branded treadplates. Dark tint lamps to the front and rear are teamed with a black matrix grille, rear diffuser and 21” 7 gloss black twin-spoke wheels, which can be paired with a choice of either red or black painted brake callipers. The sports front bumper design helps to give the impression of sitting lower to the road, while a gloss black diffuser completes the brooding picture.
A unique seat colour split has been developed to lend the Flying Spur W12 S interior a distinct sporting feel. Contrast stitching catches the eye on both the steering wheel and seat inserts, with unique headrest stitching completing a sleek, stylish upholstery design. Flying Spur W12 S steel treadplates are also standard.
In the Flying Spur W12 S, veneered surfaces have been treated with an irresistible twist on a classic. Bentley has long offered turned aluminium, or ‘engine spin’ as a material in place of wooden veneers. Derived directly from the bespoke car interiors created for the Bentley Boys in the Roaring Twenties, it remains popular among those drivers keen to introduce elements reminiscent of classic early racing cars. But now, it comes with a darker side: black engine spin. Cars can be commissioned with this striking surface throughout – or in combination with carbon fibre, for an even more technical look.
The Flying Spur W12 S features the Mulliner Driving Specification as standard, ensuring that drilled alloy foot pedals, knurled controls and other sports styling features are on show throughout the car’s exquisite interior. Alongside the Sports Plus steering wheel, knurled gear shift paddles and, if desired, carbon fibre inlays to the fascia and doors, it soon becomes abundantly clear to any occupant that this Flying Spur is no wolf-in-sheep’s-clothing. Inside and out, it’s all wolf.
For every Bentley, a wide range of wheel designs are available. And for the Flying Spur W12 S, a unique new wheel finish has been created, unavailable on any other Bentley: the 21” 7 twin-spoke gloss black wheel. As with every aspect of this remarkable car, every available wheel style was designed at the factory in Crewe, to complement its proportions perfectly. The optional 21" Directional sports alloy wheel is also available in either a black or dark tint finish.
With a power output of 635 PS and torque levels of 820 Nm, the 6.0-litre hand-built engine in the Flying Spur W12 S delivers effortless acceleration, taking the car and its occupants from 0-60 mph in a blistering 4.2 seconds. Yet with improved handling and overall responsiveness in every driving situation, there is much more to the Flying Spur W12 S than speed alone. The W12 S also offers a useful 672km range between refuelling stops, enabling the driver to appreciate uninterrupted driving pleasure.
Max power
626 bhp / 635 PS / 467 kW @ 6000 rpm
Max torque
605 lb-ft / 820 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Engine capacity
5998 cc
Fuel type
EU 95 to 98 RON US / ROW 92 to 98 RON
Acceleration
0 - 60 mph 4.2 seconds, 0 - 100 km/h 4.5 seconds
Max speed
202 mph / 325 km/h
CO2 EU Drivecycle
Type Approved
Combined
19.2 mpg, 14.7 litres / 100 km
Urban
12.7 mpg, 22.2 litres / 100 km
Extra urban
27.7 mpg, 10.2 litres / 100 km
CO2 EPA Drivecycle
Type Approved
City driving (US)
12 US mpg
Highway driving (US)
20 US mpg
Combined (US)
15 US mpg
CO2 emissions
335 g/km
Efficiency class
M (UK New Car Tax Band)
Emission Controls
LEV II
Kerb Weight
5456 lb / 2475 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight
6552 lb / 2972 kg
Boot Volume
16.7 cu-ft / 475 litres
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 gallons / 24 US gallons / 90 litres
Dimensions
Overall Length
208.6 in / 5299 mm
Width Across Mirrors
86.9 in / 2207 mm
Width With Folded Mirrors
78.1 in / 1984 mm
Overall Height
58.6 in / 1488 mm
Wheelbase
120.7 in / 3066 mm
Engine
6.0 litre twin turbo-charged W12 engine producing 635 PS & 820 Nm of torque
Brakes
Iron brakes with choice of black or red painted brake callipers
Suspension
W12 S tuned suspension results in better roll control and improved responsiveness, resulting in greater agility
Exterior Features
Exterior Paint
Choice of 17 exterior paint colours
Wheels
21" seven twin spoke alloy wheel - black painted
Radiator Grille
Black gloss front radiator matrix
Lower Bumper Grille
Black lower bumper grille and body coloured 'wing' insert
Exterior Badges
Black 'B' badging on radiator shell, boot lid and wheels
Derivative Badges
'W12 S' D pillar badge with bright 'W12' and black 'S'
Headlights
Dark tint Bi-Xenon headlights incorporating LED main beam support function
Taillights
Dark tint LED taillights
Tailpipes
Twin oval exhaust tailpipes
Fuel & Oil Filler Caps
Jewel fuel and oil filler caps
Interior Features
Colour Split
Choice of mono-tone colour split, or 5 duo-tone colours splits, including unique W12 S colour split
Leather Colours
Choice of 17 premium grade hide interior colours
Emblem Stitching
Embroidered Bentley emblems or W12 S logo to headrests
Headlining
Leather headlining
Veneer
Piano Black veneer with black tint aluminium fascia and door waistrails
Steering Wheel
Sports plus, single tone, 3 spoke, hide trimmed steering wheel
Gear Lever
Knurled sports gear lever with leather
Seat Configuration
4+1 seat system with diamond quilted seat design
Specification
Mulliner Driving Specification, Colour Specification, Comfort Specification
Infotainment System
Front screen infotainment system with 8" high resolution screen
Radio
Satellite radio*
Audio System
8-channel, 8 speaker audio system with Balanced Mode Radiator (BMR) speakers