Two little “Speed” badges on each side of the front bumpers are the only clues to this car’s incredible speed, and the design seldom changes from year to year save for minor fascia revisions and a few new 22-inch wheel options. The Flying Spur is a new twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 plug-in hybrid with a tall, attractive hood that conceals its thruster. Earlier this year, Bentley completed the manufacture of its legendary W-12, switching to this plug-in hybrid system for the Bentayga, Continental GT, and now Flying Spur.
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A 25.9-kilowatt-hour (net) battery pack and a single electric motor integrated into the eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox enable the Flying Spur to produce 771 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque, thanks to some engineering assistance from Porsche.
This is the most potent Flying Spur the business has ever produced, despite having four less cylinders. The engine produces greater power across the rev range, more torque at lower engine speeds, and a higher peak torque than the prior vehicle. It’s a half-second faster to sixty than the previous vehicle thanks to that more power. Additionally, the Flying Spur’s peak speed of 177 miles per hour is still more than sufficient, even though it can no longer reach 200 mph.
It’s simple to attain unlawful speeds without trying when driving this six-figure super car over the desert. Thanks to the electric motor and a surge of energy from the still-powerful V-8 engine, this car has a ton of power and torque on the low end. The powertrain seems to be tugging you along all the time, even when you’re hardly using the throttle.
With a range of 46 miles on the liberal WLTP cycle in Europe (perhaps closer to 40 miles in the US), the Flying Spur’s pure EV mode operates at up to 87 miles per hour (or 75 percent throttle application). As long as you don’t push too hard, cruising on the highway with electric power is simple. Additionally, it takes less than three hours to fill up with electrons when connected to an 11.0-kilowatt charger.
Choose Sport Hold mode to use that V-8 only if you don’t want any battery power at all. The V-8 is powerful enough to propel the Flying Spur along the road with genuine speed, even if it has 200 less horsepower available. A lovely burble belt emerges from the rear of the dual exhaust tips, and it even sounds fantastic.
When considering a 5,833-pound land yacht, the Flying Spur handles rather well. With four less cylinders in the engine room, there is less bulk over the front. Additionally, the battery tucked beneath the trunk floor transfers weight to the back for better balance. The rear bias of the Flying Spur is somewhat skewed for the first time (48.3 front, 51.7 rear).
Because of this, this vehicle is skilled at navigating Sedona’s roadways, which are bordered with red rocks. The 17.5-foot-long car is made smaller around the driver by a new Performance Active Chassis that includes all-wheel drive, an electronic limited-slip differential, and all-wheel steering. There is no trace of “floatiness,” and the steering is quite responsive. Compared to other Rolls-Royce products, it’s far more pleasant to pedal hard.
| k Specs | 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Speed |
| Engine | Twin-Turbo 4.0-Liter V-8 PHEV |
| Output | 771 Horsepower / 738 Pound-Feet |
| 0-60 MPH | 3.3 Seconds |
| Top Speed | 177 Miles Per Hour |
| Base Price / As Tested | $276,450 / $330,540 |
The ride quality is much improved by the new twin-valve dampers. They resemble those on the off-road-focused Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison and, ironically, are nearly identical to those on the Porsche Panamera. They individually control compression and rebound, resulting in a stronger configuration in Sport mode and the same renownedly luxurious ride experience in Comfort. The ride is flawless, even on the roughest roads; not even a pothole can disturb it.
A sleek and user-friendly 12.3-inch touchscreen in the middle stack is one of the modern conveniences. With a single button push, it can be flipped into the dashboard, revealing a full-length, open-pore walnut dash. It is also compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Very cool. Even the second-row passengers have access to a small tablet that manages standard features like air conditioning, seat settings, and the option to conceal or display the “Flying B” emblem on the car’s nose. Why? since it’s enjoyable.
Purchasing a Bentley of size is a significant financial commitment, as one might anticipate. After options, the 2025 Flying Spur costs $330,540, with a starting price of $276,450 (including the $4,150 destination charge). Among other things, you will need to spend more for the fancy foldable display ($6,955), the gorgeous Neptune Blue metallic paint ($8,665), and a high-end audio system ($9,615).