Bentley Continental GT

Bentley Continental GT
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The Bentley Continental GT is a four-seat coupé produced from 2003 onwards, powered by a 12-cylinder petrol engine with 5,998 cc displacement delivering 413 kW. It measures 4,807 mm in length, weighs 2,474 kg, and achieves a top speed of 312 km/h with CO₂ emissions of 291 g/km. In Norway, registrations of the Continental GT remained modest between 2019 and 2022, totalling 11 vehicles with a notable peak of 5 registrations in 2022.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerBentley
ProductionFrom 2003
Body typeCoupé
FuelPlug-in hybrid (petrol)
Engine power428 kW (574 hp)
CO₂ (WLTP)74 g/km
Kerb weight2,526 kg
Displacement5,657 cc
Cylinders10
Top speed311 km/h
DrivetrainAll-wheel drive
Fuel economy (comb.)14.9 l/100 km
Dimensions and layout
Length4,855 mm
Width1,963 mm
Height1,405 mm
Seats4
Doors2

Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 24 European countries that registered the Bentley Continental GT in 2025 (609 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations in Norway

Number of Bentley Continental GT registered for the first time in Norway per year.

Bentley Continental GT first registrations in Norway per year
20192
20214
20225
20231
20241
20253

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations by country (2025)

Number of Bentley Continental GT cars registered for the first time across 24 European countries in 2025.

CountryRegistrations
Germany201
Netherlands86
Belgium51
Romania32
Poland29
Spain28
France27
Austria26
Lithuania18
Portugal17
Latvia15
Bulgaria13
Estonia12
Czechia8
Luxembourg8

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Bentley Continental GT (from registration data). 9 variants.

Engine variants for Bentley Continental GT
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
4.0 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic13.1 l/100 km2013–2017
4.0 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic12.8 l/100 km2020–2024
4.0 l · 8-cylPlug-in hybridAutomatic12.4 l/100 km2025–2026
6.0 l · 12-cylPetrolAutomatic18.6 l/100 km2004–2009
6.0 l · 12-cylPetrolAutomatic18.1 l/100 km2010
6.0 l · 12-cylBensin/e85Automatic16.8 l/100 km2012–2013
6.0 l · 12-cylBensin/e85Automatic15.7 l/100 km2013–2015
6.0 l · 12-cylPetrolAutomatic15.7 l/100 km2016–2017
6.0 l · 12-cylPetrolAutomatic15.7 l/100 km2020–2024

Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.

Generations

Other Bentley models

Similar Coupé models

Common problems & reliability

US owners have filed 5 complaints for the Bentley Continental GT, most often about seats, wheels, steering, electrical system. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy. In the UK, 95% of Bentley Continental GTs pass their MOT test first time, based on 2,671 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain), DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

8 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) and 3 in the US-market NHTSA database for the Bentley Continental GT. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (United Kingdom)

    The battery cable may be loose. In very rare cases, the electrical connection can overheat whilst the vehicle is in use and lead to a vehicle fire.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-11-06

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (United Kingdom)

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-12-25

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-09-03

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-05-26

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (United Kingdom)

    This could lead to an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-02-01

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (United Kingdom)

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-06-05

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (United Kingdom)

    If the functions fail, the hazard warning lights and defrost demist functionality of the vehicle will be inoperable, increasing the risk of an accident.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-06-21

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-12-19

  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALUS · NHTSAModel year 2021

    Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga, Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Continental GT Convertible vehicles. The owner's manual incorrectly states that the air bag system will not deploy when the "Passenger Airbag On" symbol is illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Remedy: Bentley will mail new labels to owners. Owners may apply the label themselves or have a dealer apply the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/43 (RC26).

    NHTSA campaign 21V975000 · reported 15/12/2021

  • SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUSTUS · NHTSAModel year 2021

    Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Continental GT/GT Convertible vehicles. During some automated front seat movements, the front seat may trap a rear passenger's legs.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the software for the front seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/26 (RC08).

    NHTSA campaign 21V550000 · reported 21/07/2021

  • SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTORUS · NHTSAModel year 2021

    Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Continental GT Convertible, Continental GT, and 2021-2022 Flying Spur vehicles. The front seat belt assemblies may have been incorrectly installed, resulting in the front passenger seat missing the automatic locking retractor (ALR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the affected seat belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE22/08 (RC34).

    NHTSA campaign 22V177000 · reported 23/03/2022

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Bentley recalls.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of the Bentley Continental GT?
The Bentley Continental GT has a rated top speed of 311 km/h.
How much power does the Bentley Continental GT have?
The Bentley Continental GT produces 428 kW (574 hp).
What are the dimensions of the Bentley Continental GT?
The Bentley Continental GT is 4,855 mm long, 1,963 mm wide and 1,405 mm tall.
How much does the Bentley Continental GT weigh?
The Bentley Continental GT has a kerb weight of about 2,526 kg.
What are the CO2 emissions of the Bentley Continental GT?
The Bentley Continental GT emits 74 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
How many seats does the Bentley Continental GT have?
The Bentley Continental GT has 4 seats.