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Bentley's 2027 Supersports: A Century-Old Legacy Meets Modern Track Performance
automotive1 month ago

Bentley's 2027 Supersports: A Century-Old Legacy Meets Modern Track Performance

Bentley showcased its new 2027 Supersports and a 1926 historical model at Monterey Car Week, highlighting a century of performance evolution. The modern car is a lightweight, rear-wheel-drive V8 with 657 horsepower, while the 1926 model, nicknamed 'Smoky,' was a racing car capable of 100 mph when average cars topped out at 40 mph.

Bentley Continental Supersports: The Lightest, Track-Focused Bentley in 85 Years
automotive1 month ago

Bentley Continental Supersports: The Lightest, Track-Focused Bentley in 85 Years

The 2027 Bentley Continental Supersports is a limited-edition, rear-wheel-drive coupe that sheds over 1,000 pounds compared to the GT Speed. It features a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 producing 657 hp, massive carbon-ceramic brakes, and advanced aero to achieve 1.3g lateral acceleration. Priced near $490,000, the 500-unit run is already sold out.

Bentley's 2027 Supersports: A 500-Unit, Track-Focused Coupe That Is Already Sold Out
automotive1 month ago

Bentley's 2027 Supersports: A 500-Unit, Track-Focused Coupe That Is Already Sold Out

Bentley has launched the 2027 Continental Supersports, a limited-run, rear-wheel-drive coupe designed for track performance. By removing the hybrid system, front axle, and rear seats, the car sheds over 1,000 pounds compared to the Continental GT Speed, weighing under 4,400 pounds. It features a 657-horsepower V8, carbon-ceramic brakes, and advanced aerodynamics. Only 500 units will be produced, and all are already sold despite a base price near $490,000.

Bentley Hypes Supersports With Travis Pastrana Gymkhana Video
technology8 months ago

Bentley Hypes Supersports With Travis Pastrana Gymkhana Video

Bentley’s Continental GT Supersports trades elegance for thunder, packing 657 hp rear‑drive performance and a drift‑ready setup. To prove its hooligan potential, Bentley teams with Travis Pastrana for a gymkhana‑style short film, “Full Send,” filmed at Crewe with brake‑throttle software tweaks and a hydraulic handbrake. The video features Bentley heritage cameos and teases an upcoming electric SUV, while noting the new car will be rarer (500 units) and slightly less powerful than the outgoing 700‑hp W12.