These are standard specifications for the 2008 Bentley Continental GT, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | AWD |
| Production Years for Series : | 2003 - 2010 |
| Weight : | 5258 lbs | 2384.989 kg |
| MPG City : | 12 |
| MPG Highway : | 19 |
| Introduced At : | 2002 Paris Motorshow |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 4.6 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 198 mph | 318.582 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| W 12 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6000 cc | 366.1 cu in. | 6.0 L. |
| Power : | 552 HP (406.272 KW) @ 6100 RPM |
| Torque : | 479 Ft-Lbs (649 NM) @ 1600 RPM |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
6 Automatic
Handling
Recall
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BENTLEY MOTORS LTD |
| Mfr Report Date | 20040314 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 08V217000 |
| Summary | BENTLEY IS RECALLING 13,420 MY 2004-2008 CONTINENTAL GT, CONTINENTAL GT SPEED, CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR, AND CONTINENTAL GTC VEHICLES. THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR ROAD SALT TO CORRODE THE OUTER SURFACE OF THE FUEL FILTER. THIS COULD LEAD TO THE FILTER HOUSING BECOMING POROUS WITH A CORRESPONDING FUEL LEAK. |
| Consequence | A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILTER AND REPOSITION THE RETAINING CLIP ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BENTLEY AT 1-800-777-6923. |
| Notes | CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bentley Motors, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20060701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 13V484000 |
| Summary | Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur vehicles, manufactured from July 2006 through June 2010 and equipped with carbon ceramic brake discs. In the affected vehicles, the stainless steel screws that secure the brake rotors may fail after being exposed to salty conditions. |
| Consequence | Failure of the securing screws may result in a reduction of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the screws, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2013. Owners may contact Bentley at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this campaign is RE13/14. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2008 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $27,958 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $57,000 |
| Avg. Home : | $238,880 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.39 |
2008 Bentley Continental GT FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2008 Bentley Continental GT?
Q: How fast is the 2008 Bentley Continental GT? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental GT has a top speed of 198 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2008 Bentley Continental GT? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental GT has a wheelbase size of 108.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2008 Bentley Continental GT? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental GT has a length of 189.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2008 Bentley Continental GT? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental GT has a width of 75.40 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2008 Bentley Continental GT have?A: The 2008 Bentley Continental GT has 37.00 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2008 Bentley Continental GT have?A: The 2008 Bentley Continental GT has legroom of 42.30 inches.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2008 Bentley Continental GT? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental GT was offered as a Convertible, Coupe.Q: What engine did the 2008 Bentley Continental GT have? A: The engine powering the 2008 Bentley Continental GT was a W 12 (6000 cc | 366.1 cu in. | 6.0 L.) with 552 HP (406.272 KW) @ 6100 RPM and 479 Ft-Lbs (649 NM) @ 1600 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 2008 Bentley Continental GT have? A: The 2008 Bentley Continental GT had a 6 speed Automatic gearbox.