Bentley’s Supersports trims weight for track-ready luxury

Bentley is producing 500 Supersports, the lightest Bentley in 85 years, by stripping rear seats and using weight-saving aero and chassis tweaks. It rides on a revised 4.0L twin-turbo V8 that makes 657 hp and 590 lb-ft, powers only the rear wheels, and is stabilized by 48V active anti-roll bars, rear-wheel steering, and an electronic limited-slip diff. With a carbon roof, a bold aero kit, and a large rear spoiler, it weighs under 4,407 lb and aims for strong track performance while remaining road-legal. The interior uses carbon bins instead of rear seats, and Bentley plans to build 500 units starting at about $486,200; two cars have been shown at Laguna Seca so far.