More power, more torque, and Bentley’s so-called Performance Active Chassis. The Continental GT S features a 671-horsepower hybrid V8 with improved acceleration and sharper handling.
Highlights include a more aggressive chassis setup, Blackline exterior details, and exclusive two-tone interior choices. Pricing has not been announced, but expectations point to roughly $350,000 before options.
If the standard Continental GT somehow feels too restrained and the Conti GT Azure leans too heavily into luxury, the ideal middle ground in Bentley’s coupe lineup may well be the new Continental GT S.
The GT S delivers more output than its W12-powered predecessor, producing 671 horsepower and 686 lb-ft of torque from Bentley’s High Performance Hybrid system.
This setup pairs an electrified 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with a flat-plane crank. Compared to the old model, that’s an increase of 128 horsepower and 118 lb-ft of torque. While those figures match the regular Continental GT and Continental GTC and fall short of the GT Speed, the S badge brings something different: a quicker, more driver-focused grand tourer.
The standard Continental GT accelerates from 0–60 mph in 3.5 seconds and tops out at 168 mph. The GT S improves on both numbers, cutting the sprint to 3.3 seconds and pushing on to a 190-mph top speed. A sport exhaust enhances the soundtrack as speeds rise, while the hybrid system can operate in electric-only mode for up to 50 miles if a quieter drive is preferred.
Another major upgrade for the GT S is the inclusion of Bentley’s Performance Active Chassis, carried over from the more exclusive GT Speed and GT Mulliner. This brings an active all-wheel-drive system that allows some rear-axle slip in Dynamic mode.
With the electronic stability control fully disabled, “the cornering stance can be balanced on-throttle by the driver.” In Bentley’s typically understated British phrasing, that means the GT S can be slid, though likely not with the same ease as the rear-wheel-drive GT Supersports.
The chassis package also incorporates twin-valve dampers, front-to-rear and side-to-side torque vectoring, Bentley’s 48-volt Dynamic Ride active anti-roll system, and, making its debut on the GT S, an electronic limited-slip differential along with all-wheel steering.
The Continental GT S is distinguished from the standard Conti GT by numerous gloss black details included in the Blackline Specification. These begin with the front lower spoiler and extend to the matrix grilles, wing badges, and the BENTLEY wordmark.
Gloss black trim also frames the lower side intakes and surrounds the glasshouse, while the chrome strips along the lower body, continuing into the rear bumper, are now finished in gloss black.
The mirror caps, rear diffuser, and sill extensions are painted in Beluga black, and the LED matrix headlights are tinted, mirroring the look of the GT Speed. The taillights and exhaust tips receive similar darkened finishes. Standard wheels are 22-inch silver ten-spoke alloys, but buyers can opt for two-tone designs with black paint and machined faces or go all-in with full gloss black wheels.
Inside, the Continental GT S and Continental GTC S feature a unique two-tone upholstery layout exclusive to the S models. Dinamica faux suede is used on the steering wheel, gear selector, seats, and door inserts to emphasize the car’s sportier character, while Piano black trim finishes the cabin surfaces.
As expected, Bentley’s extensive customization options remain available, including carbon fiber trim and dark-tinted chrome for interior metal accents. For those prioritizing luxury over sportiness, full leather upholstery can also be specified.
Unfortunately, Bentley has yet to release official interior images, though a brief look is visible in the accompanying video. Pricing has not been announced, but prospective buyers should plan on a starting point of around $350,000 before adding optional extras.
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