Celebrating 100 years since the first “Super Sports,” Bentley unveils the new Continental GT Supersports a 666 PS, rear-wheel-drive masterpiece focused purely on the thrill of driving.
A Century-Old Legacy, Reimagined
One hundred years after the debut of the original 1925 “Super Sports,” Bentley revives its most evocative nameplate for the fourth time. The new Continental GT Supersports is not only the lightest and most agile Bentley of the modern era but also the first rear-wheel-drive Continental GT ever built.
Strictly limited to 500 individually numbered examples, the Supersports combines a 666 PS (657 bhp) twin-turbo V8, rear-wheel drive and a curb weight below two tonnes a configuration designed entirely around driver engagement rather than outright top speed.
Bentley CEO Dr Frank-Steffen Walliser described it as “the most daring Bentley yet a return to the brand’s boldest spirit, blending sculptural craftsmanship with true mechanical purity.”
666 PS and 800 Nm: A New Power Benchmark
At the heart of the Supersports lies an extensively re-engineered 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8. With a strengthened crankcase, uprated cylinder heads and larger turbochargers, the engine delivers 800 Nm of torque, channeled to the rear wheels through an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Acceleration from 0–100 km/h (62 mph) takes 3.7 seconds, while top speed stands at 310 km/h (192 mph). The engine breathes through a full-length Akrapovič titanium exhaust system, tuned for an authentic, unfiltered cross-plane V8 soundtrack free from artificial sound enhancement.
The Lightest Bentley in 85 Years
The new Supersports weighs under 2000 kg, nearly half a tonne lighter than a Continental GT Speed. Weight reduction extends to a carbon-fibre roof, deleted rear seats, reduced sound insulation and the removal of non-essential driver-assist systems.
Aerodynamics follow a “form-follows-function” philosophy: a massive front splitter, carbon dive planes, fender blades, side sills and a fixed rear wing combine to generate 300 kg more downforce than the GT Speed.
Developed with Manthey Racing, the forged 22-inch wheels are wrapped in optional Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres, boosting cornering performance by 30 % and achieving 1.3 g of lateral grip.
Project Mildred: Inspired by a Record-Breaking Woman
The Supersports project began in September 2024 under the codename “Project Mildred.” A small team of engineers secretly developed a prototype to explore how a sub-two-tonne, rear-drive Continental GT might perform.
The name honors Mildred Mary Petre, a pioneering racer who in 1929 drove a Bentley 4½ Litre solo for 24 hours at Montlhéry, averaging 90 mph an extraordinary feat for her time. Her fearless spirit became the guiding inspiration for the new Supersports.
Racing-Inspired Two-Seat Cabin
The interior is a study in performance-focused luxury. The two-seat cabin replaces the rear area with a carbon-fibre and leather bulkhead, emphasizing lightness and structural rigidity.
New lightweight sports seats offer 11-way electric adjustment, enhanced bolstering and integrated carbon elements. Surfaces blend leather, Dinamica microfibre and gloss carbon-fibre veneers, while bespoke embroidery and numbered plaques underline exclusivity.
Each Supersports will be individually numbered and crafted by hand at Bentley’s Crewe headquarters.
Design Themes: Nightfall & Daybreak
Bentley’s design team created two striking themes:
- Nightfall: Anthracite Gloss exterior with Camel lower striping and Bronze cabin accents.
- Daybreak: Jetstream Matte with Arctica and Portofino highlights, paired with a Damson interior featuring Light Blue and Pillar Box Red accents.
Customers can choose from 24 exterior paints, 22 main hides, and a new tri-tone interior option unprecedented in a Bentley road car.
Production Timeline
The new Supersports will make its cinematic debut in Dubai in January 2026, with orders opening in March and production commencing Q4 2026. Deliveries will begin in early 2027 across select global markets including the UK, Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the Middle East.
Piston Heads Comment
With the Supersports, Bentley bridges heritage and hardcore performance like never before. A rear-drive chassis, 666 PS of raw power and the lightest construction since pre-war Bentleys make it a modern purist’s GT not just a luxury car, but a declaration that Bentley still knows how to thrill the driver.
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