Updated 10:55 PM,Feb 11,2022
A shared fleet of nine hybrid Flying Spur vehicles covered 10,500 miles over six days in January, with 3,000 miles driven solely on electric power—equivalent to crossing the United States from coast to coast. Each car saved approximately three gallons of fuel daily compared to the Flying Spur V8 model.
A recent Bentley research study found that 70% of customers cite environmental friendliness as the primary reason for choosing a hybrid vehicle, with 98% driving daily using electric power and 83% charging their vehicles daily.
Nonetheless, customers still value the Grand Tourer experience powered by electric mode during the week, while retaining the security of an internal combustion engine for weekend trips—making hybrid models an ideal solution. This demand is already reflected in last year’s sales figures, where one hybrid Flying Spur was sold for every five Bentayga vehicles.
In November 2021, an early engineering prototype of the hybrid Flying Spur traveled over 450 miles across Iceland using a single tank of second-generation biofuel and a battery recharged via geothermal energy, demonstrating real-world long-distance capability with an 80% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to conventional gasoline. The ability to add more than 400 miles of range in minutes through refueling remains essential to Bentley’s commitment to hybrids as part of its Beyond100 strategy toward fully electric vehicle manufacturing.
The hybrid Flying Spur proves that electrification does not compromise luxury or performance. Through a seamless integration of internal combustion and electric generation, comfort and refined quietness are maintained regardless of driving mode or preferred style.
The new powertrain system combines a 2.9-liter gasoline-powered V6 engine with an advanced electric generator, delivering a combined output of 536 horsepower (544 PS) and 750 Newton-meters (553 lb-ft) of torque—95 additional horsepower compared to the hybrid Bentayga. The advanced electric generator is positioned between the transmission and engine, producing up to 134 horsepower (136 PS) and 400 Newton-meters (295 lb-ft) of torque.
The electric generator draws power from an 18.9-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery, which can be charged to 100% in about two and a half hours (depending on region). The vehicle’s power electronics convert high-voltage battery energy to supply the electric generator or support the car’s 12-volt electrical infrastructure.
The luxurious, modern cabin masterfully blends core elements of Bentley DNA with cutting-edge technology and the world’s finest automotive craftsmanship. It features stunning details, sculpted surfaces, and contemporary lines that continually surprise and delight passengers.
Refinement and craftsmanship extend beyond leather alone; when operating in electric mode, the hybrid Flying Spur reduces overall cabin noise by up to 50% compared to the internal combustion engine, delivering a heightened level of luxury and serenity.
