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Thursday, June 30, 2011

2011 Bentley Continental GTC Speed ​​Convertible


2011 Bentley Continental GTC Speed ​​Convertible Review

2011 Bentley Continental GTC Speed ​​is a premium four-seater convertible luxury is offered in a single, well-appointed trim level. Standard equipment includes alloy wheels 20 inches, an air suspension sport electronically adjustable with four settings, a power folding soft top, bi-xenon headlights with washers, front and rear fog lights, rear spoiler, wipers, power door locks, a power open and close the trunk, and sensors front and rear parking.
 

A long list of features continues inside, cruise control, keyless ignition / entry, full leather upholstery with a choice of skins first and second in 17 colors, diamond-stitched interior, piano black and burr walnut trim, dual -zone automatic climate controls for rear seat, 14-piece heated front seats with memory function, power tilt and telescopic steering wheel, Bluetooth, navigation system, satellite radio and 12-speaker stereo and glove box mounted CD changer for six.

Options include carbon-ceramic brakes (only available with optional 20-inch wheels), adaptive cruise control, heated steering wheel, 1100-1114 Watt speaker Naim audio system with two subwoofers, an interface to the iPod, massage front seats, upgraded interior veneers, ash, wool carpets and a rearview camera.

New for 2011 is 80-11 Edition package options. This group is limited to only 80 copies, and cosmetic enhancements, such as 20-inch wheels, metallic dark gray soft top, Mulliner alloy fuel cap, three-spoke steering wheel, pedals, wheels, special materials for interior packages interior and exterior badging and compact.
 

Engines and performance

Power Bentley Continental GTC Speed ​​is a 6.0-liter twin-turbo engine with 12 cylinders arranged in a unique formation of the Volkswagen Group W. W12 This powerhouse produces an impressive 600 hp and 553 pound-feet of torque. Even more remarkable is that all that torque is only a 1700 RPM mixer. Six-speed automatic transmission levers on the steering column is the only transmission, and sends power to all four wheels.

Despite its curb weight 5478 pounds heavier, the speed of the Continental GTC shakes from zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds, according to Bentley. The maximum speed is related to an impressive 200 mph with the top. As expected, fuel economy is decidedly low, registering an EPA estimated 10 mpg city/17 highway.

Security

Safety Standard Features 2011 Continental GTC Speed ​​includes stability control, traction control, front side airbags and seat anti-lock disc brakes, Brake Assist. There is also a rollover protection system, which introduced automatically behind the rear seats. The optional carbon-ceramic brakes, stops GTC Speed ​​60 mph entered 105 feet, supercar level performance is all the more impressive given the enormous weight of GTC Speed.
 

Interior Design and Special Features

Even with the high expectations that come with all Bentley Continental GTC Speed ​​is inside does not disappoint. Metal accents and leather upholstery and rich wood soft is blameless, with the charm of the old order until push-pull, a Breitling watch and the metal contacts and handles. Unfortunately, the infotainment and navigation is old world and Bentley has not changed since the 2004 Continental GTC in the introduction, and his age shows on the screen too small and non-intuitive interface. Fortunately, the iPod interface option is easier to use.

These passengers will probably be satisfied with their leather-wrapped thrones, but in the back seat is another story - there is room for two passengers short, but only if those in front are in a generous mood. Trunk capacity of 9.2 cubic feet is impressive given the GTC Speed ​​is magnified proportions, but it is sufficient to accommodate a standard golf bag with the wood removed.

Driving Impressions

Despite the weight of the 2011 Continental GTC Speed ​​stout and larger dimensions, is surprisingly well-mannered performance. The acceleration is allowed - as it should, with 600 horsepower on tap. The lowered ride height, suspension settings and partially adjustable rear wheels at all can lead more excited than you ever expect in a huge vehicle.

Calculate the beautiful lined with soft top, wind deflector formed by folding the rear seat, raise the windows and wonder how little noise and air to infiltrate the cab of Bentley. 75 mph, you will spoil your hair more than if the air conditioning was turned up.

Remains comfortable ride, despite suggestions to shake rough asphalt cap. The control is lightweight and does not offer any communication, that some other exotic convertible facts, but in the end, GTC Speed ​​is what most expect it to be: sharp, sophisticated convertible bonds tour level of performance has not found a regular GTC.

Price $ 236,100

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