Bentley Supersports

Model Overview

The Bentley Continental GT Supersports serves as the pinnacle performance flagship of the Bentley Continental GT range, positioned as "the most driver-focused model in Bentley's history". The Supersports moniker traces back to 1925, when Bentley introduced the Super Sports variant based on the 3 Litre model; with just 18 units built, it became the marque's first production model to breach 100 mph (approximately 160 km/h). To commemorate the centenary of this iconic nameplate, Bentley officially unveiled the all-new Continental GT Supersports in November 2025, marking the fourth Supersports model following the iterations of 1925, 2009, and 2017. Limited to just 500 units globally, only 38 units have been allocated to the Chinese market. Order books opened in March 2026, with production slated to commence in Q4 2026 at Bentley’s Crewe facility in the UK. Prices start from around £343,900 in the UK, and from RM3,680,000 in China.

Design Language

The all-new Supersports is engineered around extreme lightweighting and aerodynamics. Up front, the fascia boasts the largest front splitter ever fitted to a road-going Bentley, complemented by carbon-fibre canards, front fender air vents, side skirts, a rear diffuser, and a substantial fixed rear wing integrated onto the boot lid. This comprehensive aero package generates over 300 kg more downforce than the Continental GT Speed. Dedicated air ducts on either flank of the front bumper channel cooling air directly to the front brakes and powertrain respectively.

On the weight-saving front, the Supersports ditches both the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) system and the all-wheel-drive (AWD) layout, adopting a carbon-fibre roof (to lower the centre of gravity), a carbon-fibre bonnet, and carbon-fibre wing mirror caps. These are paired with 22-inch forged alloy wheels, carbon-ceramic brakes, and a full Akrapovič titanium exhaust system. By deleting the rear seats, paring down sound-deadening materials and the sound system, and removing non-essential advanced driver assistance features, the kerb weight has been successfully trimmed to under 2 tonnes—nearly 500 kg lighter than the Continental GT Speed and the lightest Crewe-built Bentley in 85 years.

Inside, the Supersports adopts a strict two-seater cockpit layout. The front cabin features newly developed lightweight sports bucket seats that provide a lower hip point and enhanced lateral bolsters, while retaining 11-way power adjustment and seat heating. The rear bench is replaced by a bespoke integrated deck finished in carbon fibre and premium hide. The cabin is extensively trimmed in carbon-fibre inserts, Dinamica microfibre, and top-grade leather.

Powertrain & Performance

The all-new Supersports is driven by a heavily uprated 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 pure-ICE petrol engine, completely free of any electric motor or hybrid running gear. The power unit pushes out 666 PS (657 bhp) and a peak torque of 800 Nm. Power is channelled exclusively to the rear axle via a recalibrated 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT)—making this the first-ever production rear-wheel-drive (RWD) Continental GT in Bentley’s history. The 0-100 km/h sprint is dispatched in just 3.7 seconds, on to a top speed of 310 km/h. A standard-fit full Akrapovič titanium exhaust system delivers a distinctly throatier and more raw crossplane V8 soundtrack.

Chassis & Handling

Under the skin, the Supersports rides on front double-wishbone and rear multi-link independent suspension, featuring air suspension paired with new twin-valve adaptive dampers, with compression and rebound damping individually managed by the ECU. The setup is bolstered by a 48V Bentley Dynamic Ride active anti-roll system capable of deploying up to 1,300 Nm of anti-roll torque in a mere 0.3 seconds. Rear-wheel steering works in tandem with an electronic limited-slip differential (eLSD) and a recalibrated Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system, offering multi-stage settings ranging from fully on, to Dynamic mode, to completely off. Stopping power comes courtesy of massive 440 mm front carbon-ceramic discs clamped by 10-piston callipers, and 410 mm rear discs with 4-piston callipers—among the largest braking hardware ever fitted to a series production car. The 22-inch forged rims, co-developed with Manthey Racing, are shod with standard Pirelli P Zero rubbers, with track-focused Pirelli Trofeo RS semi-slicks available as an option. With these extensive enhancements, the Supersports corners roughly 30% faster than the Continental GT Speed, pulling up to 1.3 G in peak lateral acceleration.

Cabin & Equipment

The cockpit features a fully digital instrument cluster alongside a 12.3-inch central touchscreen infotainment display with full multimedia and satellite navigation capabilities. The audio setup has been pared back to shave weight. Seating comprises lightweight carbon-fibre sports bucket seats, accompanied by a dual-zone automatic climate control system. With the rear seats deleted, the rear cabin transforms into a dedicated luggage space. Owners are offered extensive personalisation, with 24 standard exterior paint choices alongside bespoke shades curated by Bentley’s Mulliner division.

Safety & Driver Assistance

On the safety front, the Supersports is equipped with passive safety systems including front and side airbags for the driver and front passenger. To achieve maximum weight savings, certain non-essential active driver assistance systems have been stripped out. Braking performance is anchored by the front 440 mm carbon-ceramic discs and 10-piston callipers, ensuring monumental stopping power and fade-free resilience. High-performance tyres fitted as standard provide immense mechanical grip.

Market Performance & Overview

With its uncompromising recipe of a pure petrol V8, rear-wheel drive, and a two-seater cabin, the all-new Continental GT Supersports stands out as a unique proposition as Bentley transitions towards full electrification. Automotive critics note that the Supersports moves away from chasing headline top-speed and power figures, pivoting its focus entirely towards driver involvement and sheer handling dynamism. Its primary benchmark is the Porsche 911 Turbo S. With global production capped at only 500 units, its rarity guarantees strong collector appeal. Overall, the Continental GT Supersports revives a centenary-old legend through massive weight shedding, a RWD layout, hardcore aero, and cutting-edge active chassis tech—morphing a quintessential grand tourer into an uncompromised, track-ready weapon that serves as a fitting farewell gift to internal combustion purists.