Luxury, Comfort, and Thrilling Performance

We got behind the wheel of the Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid, the luxury British brand’s powerful sedan.

In May this year, Bentley Bahrain hosted an exclusive two-day test drive event at the picturesque Bahrain Harbour giving us an opportunity to experience the latest models from the British luxury car brand.

Headlining the showcase and offering car enthusiasts a scenic drive around Bahrain Bay was the Flying Spur Hybrid. In many ways, it is the quintessential British luxury sedan promising an exhilarating performance, effortless power, and British hand craftsmanship.

Available with a twin-turbocharged 4.0 litre Bentley V8 engine or a 2.9 litre V6 Bentley hybrid, it offers a choice between three driving modes to shift between Comfort, Sport, and Custom delivering a unique experience, whether you sit behind the front seats or at the wheel.

The twin-turbocharged 4.0 litre V8 engine with a power output of 542 bhp and 770 Nm of torque propels you from zero to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds. The more efficient 2.9 litre V6 hybrid delivers the power for which Bentley is known.

The car can achieve top speeds of 177 mph powered by its 100 kW electric motor, driving at speeds of up to 87 mph on electric power alone.

The intelligent navigation system, unique among luxury hybrid cars, enables the car to automatically switch between its three modes - EV, Hybrid, or Hold at any point in the journey to maximise efficiency.

The cut crystal-style jewelled headlamps and the polished chrome quad oval tailpipe finishers at the rear give the Flying Spur an instantly-recognisable Bentley identity. However, buyers have the opportunity to personalise the Flying Spur inside and out. n visit the Bentley website: www.bahrain.bentleymotors.com or call +973 17459111

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