• Bentley has launched a new Flying Spur with single headlights.
  • The S trim returns with a more powerful plug-in hybrid V8.
  • It joins the more potent Speed and luxurious Azure trims.

Tradition is a load-bearing word at Crewe, which makes the latest Flying Spur more interesting than a midlife refresh has any right to be. Bentley has revealed the newest version of its flagship sedan, and it arrives with a reworked face and a wider choice of powertrains. The driver-focused S trim now slots in alongside the comfort-minded Azure and the range-topping Speed, all sharing a plug-in hybrid drivetrain and a chassis tuned for a sharper edge.

The front end is the headline. The Flying Spur takes its cues from the two-door Continental GT and GTC, ditching the four round headlights in favor of a more conventional arrangement. That undoes a styling signature Bentley sedans have carried since 1962.

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Look past the lights and the rest of the changes are modest. The grille grows slightly, the bumper intakes have been reshaped, and that is close to the extent of it. Most of the bodywork carries over from a car that has gone largely untouched since 2019, technical updates in 2024 notwithstanding. The giveaways that something is new: the front fenders lose their side gills, the tailgate wears a cleaner design, and the LED taillight graphics have been gently reworked.

Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962

Bentley Flying Spur S

Finishing off the exterior makeover is a new Dark Teal metallic finish with subtle green flakes, and a selection of new 22-inch alloy wheels, optionally available for the Azure and S models.

The Return Of The S

The sporty S trim returns to the Flying Spur lineup after a hiatus. The model is visually distinguished by the standard Blackline Specification, swapping chrome for black exterior accents and badges.

Under the hood of the new Flying Spur S lies the High-Performance Hybrid system with a twin-turbo V8 producing a combined 671 hp (500 kW / 680 PS) and 930 Nm (686 lb-ft) of torque. This makes it 128 hp (96 kW / 130 PS) more powerful than the previous-generation non-electrified Flying Spur S, but 100 hp (75 kW / 102 PS) less potent than the plug-in hybrid Flying Spur Speed.

Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962

Bentley Flying Spur S

To make the Flying Spur behave like something smaller than it is, Bentley gives the S a Performance Active Chassis as standard. The package bundles active all-wheel drive, twin-valve dampers, a 48-volt active anti-roll system, torque vectoring, and an electronic limited-slip differential (eLSD) on the rear axle.

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As for performance, the 0-100 km/h (62 mph) sprint is completed in 3.7 seconds (0.2 seconds slower than the Speed) with top speed rated at 307 km/h (191 mph).

More Options Inside

The interior adopts a familiar layout, but Bentley has expanded the available personalization options. Buyers can now select from five seat styles with fluted or quilted patterns, each requiring twelve hours of craftsmanship by Crewe’s upholstery specialists.

Those who have even deeper pockets can choose the new Mulliner Virtuoso Collection, offering three curated interior themes named Soprano, Tenor, and Bass. The collection stands out thanks to bespoke Champagne Gold details inside-out.

Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962
Bentley’s New Flying Spur Drops A Design Tradition It Held Since 1962

Bentley Flying Spur Azure

Furthermore, the Flying Spur is now available with an optional high-end audio system originally developed for the limited-production Batur as an option that costs £25,000 ($34,000) before taxes. The ‘Naim for Mulliner’ has 21 speakers with technology derived from Focal’s flagship Grand Utopia home audio line. The mid-range speakers and tweeters feature a patented single-piece ‘M’ cone without a cover. According to Bentley, this design delivers maximum rigidity and damping while minimizing sound distortion.

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Order books for the new Flying Spur range are now open, though Bentley is keeping pricing to itself for the moment. Production starts in September at Crewe, and the first cars should reach customers in early Q4 2026.