Bentley has rolled out the fourth-generation Flying Spur, starting with the performance flagship trim called Speed. Sure, the ultra-posh sedan might look nearly identical to the last one, but it brings some important changes beneath the surface, including a new plug-in hybrid V8 powertrain that replaces the old W12.
At first glance, the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Speed seems like a carbon copy of its predecessor. But take a closer look and you’ll spot a new grille pattern, some slightly reworked bumper intakes, and a shiny set of new 22-inch alloy wheels. The interior is also largely carried over, with the exception of a new “Precision Diamond” quilt pattern on the seats, and matching 3D inserts on the door cards.
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So why is Bentley calling this a new generation instead of what it really is—a facelift? The answer lies in the “Ultra Performance Hybrid” powertrain, which lets the Crewe brand boldly dub the new Flying Spur Speed its first “four-door supercar.” Here are the five things you really need to know about Bentley’s latest—and supposedly fiercest—rival to the Rolls-Royce Ghost.
#1 Bentley’s Fastest Sedan Yet
The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Speed trades the old-school 592hp 6.0-liter W12 of its predecessor for a new-age plug-in hybrid twin-turbo V8, proving that even the most traditional luxury brands can embrace electrification when it means more power. This electrified Brit cranks out 771 hp (575 kW / 782 PS) and 1,000 Nm (738 lb-ft) of torque, putting it right up there with its Continental GT Speed sibling and the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid.
All this grunt comes courtesy of a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine churning out 592 hp (600 PS) and a single electric motor adding 187 hp (190 PS), marking a 19 percent power bump over the retired W12. That extra juice pays off where it counts—getting this heavyweight to 62 mph (100 km/h) in a mere 3.5 seconds, shaving 0.3 seconds off the old model’s time. Bentley might call it progress; we’d just call it fast.
#2 Pure EV Mode
The electrified nature of the new Flying Spur Speed isn’t just about more power—it’s also about stretching those miles. The 25.9 kWh battery offers a zero-emission range of 76 km (47 miles) on the WLTP cycle, with a full charge taking 2 hours and 45 minutes. In EV mode, drivers can tap into 187 hp (140 kW / 190 PS) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque, although the top speed is capped at 140 km/h (87 mph)—a reminder that even Bentley EVs have limits.
With both a full battery and a full tank of gas, the Flying Spur Speed can cover up to 829 km (515 miles), easily outpacing the previous V6-powered PHEV, which was introduced in 2021.
#3 All-Wheel Steering
In true Speed fashion, Bentley has loaded the new Flying Spur with plenty of sophisticated chassis tech. Standard equipment includes the Bentley Performance Active Chassis, complete with all-wheel steering, Bentley Dynamic Ride suspension, active torque vectoring, and an electronically-controlled Limited Slip Differential
This setup promises to deliver sharp handling when you’re in the mood to push it, and “significantly improved” ride comfort when you’re not—depending on whether you dial in Comfort, Bentley, or Sport mode.
#4 Billions Of Ways To Personalize
Bentley customers love variety, and the company certainly knows how to indulge them. That’s why the new Flying Spur boasts “tens of billions of configuration possibilities” before even dipping into the endless bespoke and coachbuilding options from the Mulliner division. If you can dream it, Bentley will build it.
The options are dizzying: 101 exterior colors right off the bat, plus a bespoke paint-matching service for those who need something even more unique. Inside, there are 22 primary hide colors, 11 secondary shades, and four color splits, resulting in 700 leather combinations. Then there are eight wood veneers and three technical finishes to choose from, letting customers craft their Flying Spur just the way they want it.
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Bentley is also known for offering some of the best sound systems out there. The ultimate option for the Flying Spur is a 2,200-Watt 19-speaker system from Naim, featuring Active Bass Transducers embedded in the front seats.
#5 Wellness Seating For All
Every new Bentley must have cool features that will intrigue deep-pocketed buyers, and the Flying Spur Speed doesn’t disappoint. For the first time, the optional Wellness Seating Specification is available on all four seats, ensuring every passenger remains relaxed and refreshed. This setup, paired with Postural Adjust and Seat Auto Climate, keeps occupants in peak comfort by optimizing body temperature and “soothingly and seamlessly” adjusts muscle pressure to stave off fatigue during those endless drives to the country club.
The air conditioning system goes a step further with air ionizers, a particulate matter filter, and smart integration with the navigation system to keep the cabin air pristine—even when barreling through a grimy tunnel. On the tech front, improved connectivity offers Remote cabin preconditioning straight from the owner’s smartphone. And because even Bentleys need to keep up with the times, over-the-air updates will bring new features, like “green traffic light prediction,” to help you glide effortlessly through urban environments.
