The Blackline Specification, meanwhile, turns the exterior chrome detailing black, for a darker, more stealth-inspired aesthetic. If you also consider the extended range and the Mulliner Paint range, your choice grows to more than 80 colours in total – including the stunning new metallic finish, Topaz Blue. You can choose from a core selection of paint colours selected by the Bentley design team. From the Pirelli Noise Cancellation System to the three-chamber adaptive air suspension, the Continental GT is fine-tuned for comfort, for confidence and for a truly thrilling drive. An active all-wheel drive system enables you to enjoy rear-wheel drive when conditions beneath the tires are good – yet benefit from the extra traction of all-wheel drive, the moment the car detects the slightest wheel slip. In all models, the engine sits largely behind the front axle, to optimise weight distribution and dynamic handling. To see the ultimate Grand Tourer in action, watch the video above. The W12 engine takes performance to the next level: 650 bhp, taking you to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and on to an incredible top speed of 208 mph. Models fitted with the V8 engine deliver 542 bhp, resulting in acceleration from zero to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 198 mph. Choose from two powerful, twin-turbocharged petrol engines: a 4.0 litre V8 or a 6.0 litre W12. The Continental GT is built for effortless acceleration and a truly thrilling drive.

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