McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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Bentley news from duPont REGISTRY News, updated as each story breaks, covering the Continental GT, the Bentayga, the Flying Spur and Mulliner's bespoke commissions. Our reporting takes in model reveals, first drives and the auction results that establish what these cars are worth. Bentley Motors news tends to move slowly and matter for years, so we follow how values hold across a generation. This is where the marketplace becomes useful. Many of the Bentleys covered here are listed for sale on duPont REGISTRY, placing the reporting and a genuine asking price side by side. For Bentley news today, and the luxury car market news that surrounds it, begin below.

Bentley Unveils New Design Theme By Mulliner Exclusively For Supersports

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 01, 2026

New Design Theme By Mulliner Revealed For Bentley Supersports

The new Bentley Supersports marks the latest chapter in a century-old legacy. In its latest iteration, the Bentley Supersports gives the ultra-exclusive circle of owners of its 500 examples the most powerful production V8 in a Bentley yet, a twin-turbo V8 with 657 horsepower, all of which goes to the rear wheels. That makes the new Bentley Supersports not only the most extreme and driver-focused Bentley Continental GT yet, but also the first one to ever feature rear-wheel drive, and the first new non-hybrid Bentley in years. Now, a new specification has been unveiled for the new Supersports, further highlighting the performance-oriented bent that the Supersports lends Bentley as a manufacturer, and it employs the pinnacle of Bentley’s bespoke Mulliner craftsmanship to make its most driver-focused tourer a head-turning masterpiece for collectors. That is the new Design Theme by Mulliner, which is excsluively available for the Supersports. Setting new standards for Mulliner’s artisan craftsmanship, the specification features the first paint finish on a Bentley to have a color gradient from side to side. A highlight color is seen on the driver’s side, while the passenger’s side is faded into a darker tone. Other details in the specification include the number 8 on the grille, and pinstriping on the carbon diffusers, fender blades, and sills. <- Gallery -> Three different themes, Dragon, Electric, and Brodgar, are available, and each combines an eye-catchihg exterior with a complementary interior treatment. The interior also features a two-tone layout, surrounding the driver with the bright color, and enveloping the passenger in elegant darkness. Debuting at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, the new Design Theme by Mulliner for the Bentley Supersports takes a car that is already one of the most captivating parts of Bentley’s lineup and gives it an even more expressive visual treatment for its discerning collectors. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 24, 2026

Bentley Takes Over Tokyo With the New Continental GT S and Supersports

The car world and its niches have always been shaped and preserved by a strong sense of community, whether it be the passion and nostalgia of American muscle or the dream driven by poster JDM cars. Nonetheless, manufacturers have caught on to the power of the car community as a whole, honing in on opinions and suggestions to improve and evolve. Bentley Motors recently tapped into one of the world’s iconic car scenes, bringing its latest two-door models to Tokyo for a multi-day city excursion to celebrate the brand’s long-standing presence in Japan. Bentley took the opportunity to take over the Tokyo Tower on Saturday night as part of the regional debut of the new Continental GT S and Continental Supersports. The tower itself was illuminated in Bentley Green with its emblem projected from the viewing deck overlooking all of Tokyo. Below, more than 100 VIP guests gathered to witness the debut of the Bentley ‘Pymkhana’ car that was driven by Travis Pastrana for the Supersports: FULL SEND film.Prior to the exclusive VIP debut, the Supersports made an appearance at Daikoku Parking Area, known famously for transforming into an incredible car meet featuring everything from JDM icons and vintage classics to modern supercars and hypercars. For the occasion, the car was fitted with green underglow that matched its accent color and wheels, giving it a Tokyo-inspired look as it rolled into the meet.The following night shifted to the streets of Shinjuku, where Bentley hosted an event alongside creative director Mai Ikuzawa that welcomed enthusiasts from every corner of Tokyo's car scene. Supercars, classic cars, and one-off builds filled every space while owners traded stories, captured content, and enjoyed live music, food, and drinks. A Continental GT S showed off a special wrap inspired by the Hayabusa Shinkansen, Japan's famous high-speed train connecting Tokyo and Hakodate.With a presence in Japan that now spans over six decades, Bentley Motors has definitely recognized the region as a hot spot for its global distribution, making it a must-stop on future tours and debuts. View all Bentleys for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the button below. All Bentley Inventory Source: Bentley Motors

Bentley Unveils New ‘Bespoke Series By Mulliner’ As Annual Limited Editions

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 16, 2026

Bentley Unveils First New ‘Bespoke Series By Mulliner’

Bentley has long been known for engineering excellence and automotive ultra-luxury. However, personalization and bespoke craftsmanship have become an increasingly important facet of the brand’s appeal. Mulliner, the bespoke and coachbuilding division of Bentley Motors, has increased its operations to include stunning design features, exclusive limited editions, recreations of historic cars, and ultra-exclusive coachbuilt vehicles. It’s reported by Bentley Motors that more than 70 percent of its cars are ordered with Mulliner content, and the constant addition of new Mulliner features and cars to Bentley’s portfolio comes in response to consistently increasing demand for Mulliner’s bespoke craftsmanship. The latest effort is the ‘Bespoke Series by Mulliner,’ a new program of limited-edition cars that will be released on an annual basis. The releases are created to reflect the timing and luxury of collections from luxury fashion houses, and they also embody a similar exclusivity. The first Bespoke Series by Mulliner is limited to just 100 cars worldwide, based on the Continental GT S and Continental GTC S. Their design originates in Bentley’s new Design Studio, where a team analyzes trends in color, material, and form to create a vehicle that captures the essence of its season like art or fashion. <- Gallery -> The first series features black 22-inch wheels, mood lighting, and the Bentley Rotating Display. Dark chrome accents, bespoke seat perforation, and special badging also set the inaugural Bespoke Series apart. Six colorways are available, with the primary color having a contrasting dark tone that is used throughout for added visual interest. Those colors are Salerno Blue, Snow Quartz, Midnight Prism Pearlescent, Spectral Verdant, Manuka Orange, and Bright Ruby Red. With the exclusivity of Mulliner craftsmanship and bespoke design informed by culture, art, and fashion, the new Bespoke Series by Mulliner is an artful take on automotive ultra-luxury that will wow enthusiasts each year. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

Bentley Launches New Spectraflair Finish With Its New Paint Shop

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 11, 2026

Bentley Reveals New Spectraflair Finish

While Bentley Motors can look back on over a century of automotive excellence, including motorsport heroes and ultra-luxury icons, it is also unabashedly looking towards the future. Its current lineup combines classic elegance and artisan craftsmanship with cutting-edge engineering like hybrid powertrains and high-tech features. As Bentley continues to evolve as a manufacturer, one of its latest achievements is inaugurating a new paint shop at its historic home in Crewe, England. The state-of-the-art facility gives Bentley the ability to do more than it’s ever done before when it comes to exterior finishes, and as personalization has become an increasingly important factor in the historic manufacturer’s expression of automotive ultra-luxury, Bentley’s palette of exterior finishes has been steadily increasing to serve its most discerning customers. Recently, Bentley introduced its ‘Ombré’ paint finish, giving cars a stunning and perfectly transitioned color gradient from front to back. The finish requires painstaking paint application and special techniques, and the palette of available colors has recently been expanded. Now, another special exterior finish has been launched along with the start of operations for Bentley’s new paint shop, and it’s called Spectraflair. <- Gallery -> A one-of-one Bentley Continental GT S is the vehicle that launches the new Spectraflair finish, as the Bentley Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur are the first cars to be painted in the new shop, along with the upcoming first battery-electric Bentley that will be unveiled later this year. The Bentayga is set to join the other models in the new paint shop in the near future. The Spectraflair color on the one-off Continental GT S is a reimagination of Bentley’s ‘Verdant’ exterior color, transforming it into ‘Spectral Verdant,’ which showcases a dazzling array of various colors in natural light. Along with the color, the one-off Continental features a Union Flag racing stripe in Ghost White Pearlescent, which was hand-sprayed in a process that took several days. Available as part of the ‘By Mulliner’ extended paint range, customers can opt for a Spectraflair finish, already able to take advantage of the enhanced paint capabilities of Bentley’s new state-of-the-art paint shop, making its ultra-luxury vehicles even more special. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

Bentley Offers Hosted Tours At Its Crewe Visitor Center

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 10, 2026

Bentley Opens Crewe Visitor Center To The Public

Bentley Motors is known for combining longstanding tradition with bold innovation in the pursuit of the ultimate automotive opulence. With over a century of history, Bentley boasts a design language, craftsmanship, and bespoke customization offerings that highlight classic luxury and artisan craftsmanship, but its commitment to environmental sustainability throughout its operations and the electrification of its lineup simultaneously embrace the future. At the center of Bentley’s unique ethos is its home in Crewe, England, where its factory carries decades of history and has also evolved to accommodate a futuristic generation of ultra-luxurious automotive masterpieces. For the first time, Bentley is offering the public the opportunity to visit its visitor experience center, CW1 House, which is next to the factory, as part of an initiative to share the magic of Bentley’s Crewe home with the world. The front-of-house area features a display of modern and heritage Bentleys that constantly changes, and also provides access to the Bentley Boutique, featuring items from the merchandise range available for purchase. However, the new addition of guided tours for sale gives visitors access to the public to see some of the most incredible historic cars in Bentley’s Heritage Collection. <- Gallery -> The new bookable experience gives the public the opportunity to see cars that were previously only available to Bentley customers, and a guided tour brings groups of up to 12 to see not only cars, but also artifacts of Bentley history. Bentley’s heritage exhibition, Lineage, is also a part of the tour, with a digitally immersive experience and rotating displays of some of Bentley’s greatest cars. About the new experience, Wayne Bruce, Director of Visitor Experience and Heritage at Bentley Motors, said, “Opening our doors to a wider audience marks an exciting new chapter for Bentley. CW1 House and Lineage have been created to offer a truly immersive experience of our brand, from our rich heritage to our vision for the future. We are delighted to now welcome members of the public to Crewe, giving them the opportunity to explore our world of craftsmanship, innovation and luxury first-hand.” Available on selected weekdays, tours must be booked in advance, and start at £20 per person. The introduction of public tours is part of a wider effort to introduce the world of Bentley to a broader audience, celebrating its cherished heritage and British craftsmanship. Currently, members cannot access the main site, but access to it is planned for the next phase of sharing the Crewe home of Bentley with the world. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 09, 2026

The Bentley Foundation Partners With The Royal Academy Of Music

The charitable foundation of Bentley Motors, The Bentley Foundation, is celebrating its third anniversary since its establishment, and it has spent those three years doing award-winning community work. This includes funding 21 projects across 15 countries and reaching well over 600,000 people globally with its impact in total. Recent partnerships with the Bentley Foundation include The Queen’s Reading Room and the National Portrait Gallery, and as the organization celebrates its third anniversary, its latest flagship partner has been announced: the Royal Academy of Music. Reinforcing its commitment to arts, culture, and education, The Bentley Foundation’s partnership with the Royal Academy of Music supports the Glover Edwards Conducting Program, which addresses underrepresentation among conductors and orchestral leaders. Founded in 2018, the Glover Edwards Conducting Program has impacted the industry significantly with the conducting talent it has fostered. The Royal Academy of Music is Britain’s oldest conservatoire, bringing students together from over 50 countries, offering education, performances, and public concerts. Support from the Bentley Foundation for the academy will contribute to the Glover Edwards Conducting program, help fund postgraduate conducting scholarships for women, and support flagship performances by the Academy Symphony Orchestra. A major public performance, Ryan Bancroft conducts the Academy Symphony Orchestra, will be part of the partnership. <- Gallery -> About the partnership, Sian Edwards, Head of Conducting at the Royal Academy of Music, said, “The Glover-Edwards Programme continues to make great strides, and we can see the impact that it has had in addressing gender imbalance in postgraduate conducting course applications, and by extension, the profession. With the Bentley Foundation now partnering with us to help continue the Programme, as well as supporting vital scholarships and Symphony Orchestra performances, I have great confidence that we can continue to make even more progress in the coming years.” As part of its broader Beyond100+ strategy, The Bentley Foundation’s partnership with the Royal Academy of Music is an example of Bentley’s commitment to growing and nurturing culture, art, and education, alongside reshaping the automotive industry with its highly innovative, luxurious, elegant, and timeless creations. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

By Tyler Rampersaud – June 05, 2026

Bentley Takes Over FAT Mankei

Bentley made its way to Austria’s iconic Großglockner High Alpine Road to continue its partnership with the iconic FAT International brand. The third activation in 2026 to come from the partnership, Bentley took over FAT International’s Mankei base for a day. The takeover included incredible display cars, dynamic demonstration cars, and a display of Bentley’s latest lineup. Outside, Bentley icons flanked the terrace: the Speed 8, which won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2003, and the Bentayga X Concept, which turned heads earlier this year as a highly off-road capable reimagination of the Bentayga which the brand says could preview a future production Bentley. Meanwhile, all three of Bentley’s Pikes Peak cars were gathered together at FAT Mankei, including the 1,000 bhp 2021 Pikes Peak Continental GT3 loaned by its owner, the Pikes Peak Bentayga, responsible for setting the production SUV record at Pikes Peak in 2018, and the Pikes Peak Continental GT, which broke the production class record at Pikes Peak the next year. The roadgoing Pikes Peak cars were used throughout the day, with Bentley guests and enthusiasts experiencing their incredible performance and dynamics on the thrilling Großglockner High Alpine Road. <- Gallery -> The Joe & The Juice Bentley Bentayga provided guests with fresh espresso, a unique concept that turns the ultra-luxurious and elegant Bentayga into a pink coffee machine on wheels. The third joint event between Bentley and FAT International in 2026, following the two FAT Ice Races that took place in Zell am See and Montana, Bentley Motors says that more joint activations are going to come forth in 2027. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

By Khris Bharath – June 02, 2026

2027 Bentley Flying Spur Revives Single Headlamp Design, Unveils Most Powerful S Model Yet

The ultra-luxury sedan market is shrinking, and with Bentley discontinuing the Mulsanne and the W12 engine gone, the Flying Spur now carries the entire British marque’s sedan legacy on its own, competing in a segment being steadily absorbed by luxury SUVs. Announced earlier today, this latest iteration of the fourth-gen Flying Spur introduces the most significant exterior refresh the model has seen in years, brings back the performance-focused S variant, and adds the Naim for Mulliner audio system through the new Virtuoso Collection. The full range spans five variants: Flying Spur, Azure, S, Speed, and the flagship Mulliner. But it is the Flying Spur S that leads the new model that continues to be powered by the brand’s class-leading V8 hybird. Its High Performance Hybrid powertrain produces 671 horsepower and 686 pound-feet of torque, which Bentley claims is nearly 20 percent more than any previous Flying Spur S. From a standstill, it can hit 60 mph in 3.6 seconds and tops out at 191 mph. Bentley's Performance Active Chassis combines Active All-Wheel Drive, twin-valve dampers, torque vectoring across all axes, the 48V Bentley Dynamic Ride active anti-roll system, and, for the first time on a Flying Spur S, an electronic limited-slip differential. <- Gallery -> The most visually significant exterior change on this fourth-generation model is the move away from the pre-facelift Flying Spur’s distinctive twin oval headlamps to a single "focused eye" unit on each side, a design detail absent from a Bentley sedan since 1962 that brings the Flying Spur's front end in line with the current Continental GT coupe. Each headlamp is an oval form with a sharply defined straight upper edge and crystalline LED detailing inside the housing. The radiator grille now integrates into the front bumper, the wing vent detail has been dropped in favor of a cleaner front wing, and badging now sits further down, behind the front wheel. At the rear, revised tail lamps illuminate to display a sharper Bentley "B" graphic. A new color, Dark Teal, joins a palette now exceeding 80 finishes. Both the Azure and S models can be specified with new 22-inch wheel finishes as an optional extra. Inside, five seat styles are available, each requiring 12 hours of hand craftsmanship. The Touchscreen Remote, a removable wireless rear tablet, gives rear passengers independent control over audio, climate, and massage functions. The Virtuoso Collection's Naim for Mulliner audio system features 21 speakers derived from Focal's Grand Utopia technology, originally developed for the coachbuilt Batur at £25,000 (~$32k). The modern-day Flying Spur was introduced in 2005 and once held the title of fastest sedan in the world during the W12 era. This fourth generation makes that argument on hybrid power alone, and does so convincingly. Bentley has not released U.S. pricing for the refreshed model at the time of publication. However, the outgoing model carried a starting MSRP above $250,000, providing a reasonable baseline for where this generation is likely to land. That positions it above the Mercedes-Maybach S 680 at around $215,000 and below the Rolls-Royce Ghost Black Badge at approximately $380,000. For those who find SUVs too obvious and the sedan market too sparse, the new Flying Spur continues to make a strong case for itself. Customers can configure the car today, with first deliveries scheduled for early Q4 2026 and production beginning at Bentley's Crewe factory in September. View All Bentley Flying Spurs for Sale Images: Bentley

Bentley Introduces New Mulliner Features In 2026 Personal Commissioning Guide

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 27, 2026

Bentley’s New Mulliner Features For 2026

While Bentley has long been known for its opulent British luxury vehicles, the manufacturer’s bespoke division, Mulliner, has become an increasingly important fixture for the brand. More Bentley customers than ever are opting to include Mulliner features in their cars, and Mulliner is also responsible for bespoke commissions, exclusive limited editions, rare coachbuilt models, and even revivals of historic Bentleys. Bentley reports that over 70 percent of its customers include some level of Mulliner bespoke craftsmanship in their vehicle orders, whether that be a one-off paint, custom embroidery, or a completely coachbuilt car. As customers continue to look for individualization options and unique craftsmanship, Bentley has evolved its production facilities and capabilities to accommodate new features, and even more finishes and options have been announced as part of the 2026 Mulliner personal commissioning guide. Ombré by Mulliner, a stunning gradient paint finish first seen at last year’s The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, was initially offered with three color combinations, a carefully designed finish requiring 56 hours of effort to execute the seamless transition between the colors. Now, the available finishes have expanded from three to eight, adding Alpine Green into Verdant, Cricketball into Black Velvet, Pale Brodgar into Brodgar, Portofino into Marlin and Grey Violet into Damson to the original group of Topaz Blue to Windsor Blue, Sunburst Gold to Orange Flame, and Tungsten into Onyx. Matching piano veneers are also available, showcasing the same color transition from the fascia to the door waistrails. <- Gallery -> A racing stripe is now an available option for the Continental GT, Continental GTC, and the Bentayga, highlighting the performance-focused character of Bentley’s sportier offerings. The stripe features two colors; a broad central stripe is flanked by two thinner stripes, and the stripe extends from the Bentley wings on the hood to the rear spoiler, extending across the roof with the exception of the Continental GTC’s soft top. Mulliner interiors are known for being some of the most opulent in the automotive industry, with options like wafer-thin stone veneers, open-pore wood, and the new Ombré piano veneers. However, a new technical finish is also coming to the Mulliner palette, available for the Continental GT and GTC. Called ‘Wave,’ the finish incorporates a metal intertwined ribbon motif in the center console of the grand tourer. Customers can also have their own motifs or designs laser-etched on the fascia, while maintaining the smooth finish and natural look. The option is available for open-pore wood and high-gloss veneers, as well as satin-finish carbon and technical finishes. Two new Mulliner welcome lamp animations are also available in the new 2026 Mulliner personal commissioning guide, but bespoke welcome lamp animations are also available to customers. With an incredible level of bespoke luxury, Mulliner is continuing to raise the bar for bespoke craftsmanship, dazzling individualization, and the meaning of Bentley ownership. View All Bentley For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

Bentley & The Gstaad Guy Unveil The New Bentayga EWB Chalet Edition

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 13, 2026

New Bentley x Gstaad Guy Bentayga EWB Chalet Edition Unveiled

Over a century of history has cemented Bentley’s position in the automotive industry as a manufacturer of some of the world’s most luxurious, beautiful, powerful, and exclusive cars, with impressive engineering, opulent design, and bleeding-edge innovation. After roughly a decade on the market, the Bentley Bentayga has become one of the most popular and celebrated Bentley models, and the Bentayga itself has evolved over the years, with an available hybrid powertrain and an extended-wheelbase variant. The Bentley Bentayga EWB serves as the basis for Bentley’s latest creation, which was made in collaboration with social media personality the Gstaad Guy. Known for his videos with a humorous perspective on luxury lifestyles, the new collaboration is the Bentley Bentayga EWB Chalet Edition, a Bentley Mulliner creation designed to capture the ideal alpine aesthetic as an everyday companion for a Swiss luxury lifestyle. A limited edition collection of the Bentayga EWB Azure, the Chalet Edition features a four-seat layout, focused on providing maximal comfort and a wellness-focused experience. Saddle leather upholstery, tweed details, diamond quilting, Liquid Amber open-pore wood veneers, and other stunning details make the interior of the Chalet Edition a sumptuous oasis with a decidedly Alpine style. The Gstaad Guy’s emblem and other details related to his social media presence are subtly placed throughout. <- Gallery -> Meanwhile, the exterior is finished with Light Tudor Grey paintwork, which is hand-applied over 60 hours of work. Bronze and Fireglow accents add to the bespoke craftsmanship in the commission. Available exclusively through Bentley Mulliner, the new Bentley Bentayga EWB Chalet Edition is a perfect intersection of Bentley’s ultra-luxury legacy and The Gstaad Guy’s unique perspective on alpine opulence. View All Bentley Bentayga EWB For Sale Image Source: Bentley Motors

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