Bentley Mulsanne’s Funeral Delayed By The Coronavirus Pandemic

Bentley was supposed to send off the Mulsanne and the 6.75-liter V8 engine with the aptly named Mulsanne 6.75 Edition by Mulliner.

However, the luxo-barge’s demise has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic and restrictions imposed globally. The Crewe automaker should complete the build of the 30-unit limited edition before the end of the year, marking the end of an era with it.

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Meanwhile, since their hands are tied, they have released a short film that celebrates the life of the Mulsanne, from the 2010 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance unveiling to the 190-mph (306 km/h) run on the salt flats of Bonneville. The clip also covers the introduction of the Mulsanne Speed in 2015 and the ultra-exclusive models based on it, while offering a glimpse into the assembly process.

Based on the Mulsanne Speed and powered by the 6.75-liter V8 engine that’s rated at 523 HP (530 PS / 394 kW) and 811 lb-ft (1,100 Nm) of torque, the Mulsanne 6.75 Edition by Mulliner brings black and bright chrome details on the outside, as well as 21-inch five-spoke alloy wheels.

Bentley Mulsanne 6.75 Edition by Mulliner

It features an engine number plaque signed by CEO Adrian Hallmark and another plaque on the center console that reads ‘6.75 Edition’, ‘Celebrating 60 Years of the L Series V8 engine’ and ‘One of thirty hand built in Crewe by Bentley Mulliner’. The four upholstery options, silver accents and grey seat piping complete the design of the car.

Subsequent to the demise of the Mulsanne, the Flying Spur will take its place as the new flagship sedan. The range could be expanded to include an even more luxurious SUV than the Bentayga, but further derivatives of the latter are not excluded either.