Best Car Models & All About Cars: 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports

2012 Bentley Continental Supersports

What's New for 2012

The 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports receives a a lot of-required infotainment system update. Otherwise, it returns unchanged.

Introduction

You merely can't please everyone repeatedly. This adage has rung true throughout history, and does once more with the 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports. This high-performance variant of the quality Continental GT tries to expand the Bentley appeal beyond driving-oriented luxury consumers to those with a watch for exotic sports cars. The ensuing vehicle would possibly not attract either, however instead might tap into a slim band where the two worlds collide.

For drivers who prioritize performance, the bottom model Continental GT with its four.7-second zero-60-mph sprint and prime speed of 19nine mph will not disappoint. Yet the Supersports proves each quicker and faster, reaching 60 mph in three.8 seconds and topping out at 204 mph. Those numbers don't lie, but neither does this one: $seventy seven,100. That's the premium you may get the Supersports.

Opting for the Continental Supersports requires further sacrifices. A parcel shelf replaces the cramped rear seats, while a firmer suspension compromises ride quality. And operated by hand seats appear out of place during a automobile that costs additional than 1 / 4 of a million greenbacks (that is a huge range, right?). At least for 2012, the Supersports receives the GT's updated infotainment system. The previous unit was a target of ridicule in past models.

The upgraded infotainment unit being the sole important revision for the 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports, patrons might be drawn to additional exotic packages. The Aston Martin DBS is equally priced and additional deftly blends luxury and performance. Ferrari's 458 Italia costs slightly less and offers additional agility, as do the McLaren MP4-12C and Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. And there's perpetually the stalwart Porsche 91one lineup, with a wide spectrum of performance to fit a selection of tastes.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is a 2-seat high-performance version of the Continental GT coupe that's offered during a single, well-appointed trim level.

Customary options embody twenty-inch wheels, carbon-ceramic brakes, a rear spoiler, bi-xenon headlamps, parking sensors, distinctive exterior styling, automatic wipers, keyless ignition/entry, dual-zone automatic climate management, a rear parcel shelf, four-approach manual light-weight front seats (mounted to the owner's most popular driving position), pretend-suede upholstery and trim, sport steering wheel, carbon-fiber trim, Bluetooth and a ten-speaker stereo with 15GB of music storage, an iPod interface and a lifetime satellite radio subscription. A navigation system with Google Map compatibility and real-time traffic is also included.

Compared to the regular GT, the light-weight, performance-oriented Supersports offers fewer options. But choices do embody a power trunk, a rearview camera, multiple two-tone interior color decisions, a fifteen-speaker Naim premium audio system and the option to reinstall the regular Continental GT's seats.

Powertrains and Performance

The 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is powered by a 6.zero-liter W12 that produces a whopping 621 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque. All-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission are customary. In Edmunds performance testing, the Supersports hit sixty mph from a standstill in three.8 seconds on its means to its stated prime speed of 204 mph. Poor fuel economy -- twelve mpg town/19 mpg highway and 14 mpg combined by EPA estimates -- ought to return as no surprise.

Safety

Commonplace safety options for the Continental Supersports include antilock carbon-ceramic disc brakes, stability and traction management and aspect curtain airbags (coupe). In Edmunds brake testing, the Supersports came to a stop from 60 mph in a terribly short 109 feet.

Interior Design and Special Features

Given the Supersports' performance slant, its interior foregoes Bentley's customary wealthy leather and impeccable wood veneers for track-inspired carbon fiber and fake suede materials. Lightweight racing buckets, meanwhile, replace the comfortable front seats. Unfortunately these seats do not feature power changes, nor are they height-adjustable. Bentley will custom match seats to the motive force, although this beautiful a lot of limits who can drive the car (which might not be a dangerous plan considering).

Seat issues aside, the Supersports' interior is as superbly created as any other Bentley. Every element of the cabin, whether or not it's knurled chrome switchgear or expertly laid carbon fiber, looks artfully created by a master craftsman. The trunk is generous by exotic GT standards and the shortage of cramped rear seats will accommodate any cargo overflow.

you choose.

2012 Bentley Continental Supersports