Vehicle Description
TRIBUTE TO AN ENGINEERING ICON: BENTLEY SPEED EDITION 12
To celebrate the remarkable W12 engine that has powered its
performance flagships and indeed the brand since 2003, Bentley has
created the limited-edition Speed Edition 12. Powered by the most
successful 12-cylinder engine of the modern era, the Speed Edition
12 models are a fitting farewell to an extraordinary engineering
achievement.
Based on the Speed specification Bentayga, Flying Spur, Continental
GT and Continental GT Convertible, the Edition 12 package features
many unique design enhancements. These include Edition 12 badging,
numbered engine plaque, Edition 12 embroidery, colour graduated
seat contrast stitching, and a fascia in Grand Black veneer with
the engine firing sequence etched alongside an inlaid Edition 12
badge.
Only 120 of each of four models will be produced, ensuring that the
Speed Edition 12 will become a rare and sought-after tribute to an
engine that has powered the company's cars - and its fortunes - for
two decades.
The Bentley W12
In 2003, Bentley's W12 engine heralded a new era for the company as
the powertrain for the first all-new model under Volkswagen Group
ownership, the Continental GT. The unique W-formation of the
6.0-litre twin-turbocharged W12 enabled it to be 24 per cent
shorter than an equivalent V12 with no compromise in power,
efficiency, or refinement. Ever since, continuous evolution has
seen a 37 per cent increase in power and a 54 per cent increase in
torque, along with a 25 per cent reduction in emissions. In the
Speed Edition 12 models, the W12 now develops up to 659PS (650 bhp)
@ 5000-6000 rpm, while the famed Bentley 'tidal wave' of torque
sees a peak of 900Nm reached at just 1500rpm and continuing
unabated through to 5000 rpm.
Exterior: understated distinction
The external features of the Speed Edition 12 models are subtle yet
carefully curated, making it instantly recognisable to those in the
know. Among the distinctive details are silver brake callipers,
which are not available for any other Bentley model. Continental GT
and Convertible models feature Speed Edition 12 badging on the
front fender while Bentayga and Flying Spur models carry Edition 12
badges on the rear quarter together with the existing Speed badge.
Opening the bonnet reveals a numbered Edition 12 plaque in pride of
place on the engine's cover.
Other exterior features include Blackline specification exterior
brightware, 22" black painted Speed alloy wheels, and
self-levelling wheel badges. A new paint colour, Opalite, is
available as an option: a light grey-green, it has a subtle copper
effect that glows in bright sunshine.
Interior: craftsmanship masterclass
Edition 12 welcome lamps and illuminated treadplates greet driver
and passengers to an interior of hand-crafted individuality.
Unique features of this limited edition include seats with Mulliner
Silver piping and embroidered Edition 12 namestyle. The upper seat
areas are quilted, and contrast stitched in a graduated
three-colour 'fade' from Anthracite through Porpoise to Stratos.
Quilted door panels are contrast stitched.
The organ stop air vents are also unique, featuring the numeral
'12' machined from solid on the face of the control. As another
delightful detail, the Grand Black veneer facia facing the front
seat passenger features the firing sequence of the W12 engine
etched alongside an inlaid Speed Edition 12 badge.
Commemorative 15% scale model W12 block
As a final touch, customers will receive a precise 15 per cent
scale model of the Bentley W12 block as a commemorative artefact
for display on desk, cabinet or shelf. The scale model W12 engines
are cast using aluminium taken from a full-size W12 engine block
and will serve as a permanent memento of one of Bentley's most
significant and powerful engines.
Highlights:
The limited 'Speed Edition 12' represents the very last chance to
own the mighty W12 engine
Production of W12 to end April 2024 - the most successful
12-cylinder engine of the modern era
Only 120 Speed Edition 12 Continental GTs to be produced
52 miles on odometer
Optionally available with a sophisticated new paint finish,
Opalite
Unique design features include Edition 12 badging, treadplates,
seat embroidery, fascia inlays, and numbered engine plaque
Blackline specification and black 22" Speed wheels with silver
brake calipers accentuate a performance focus
6 Litre Twin Turbocharged W12
8 speed Dual Clutch Transmission
Active All Wheel Drive
Unique Opalite exterior
Beluga and Linen leather interior with contrast stitching
Commemorative 15 percent scale W12 engine block
Sold with original MSO
