2019 Bentley Flying Spur
Starting at $191,725 est
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Overview
If your idea of an entry-level car is one that costs as much as a starter home, observe the 2019 Bentley Flying Spur. The whole car is swathed in leather and built for effortless speed. If that's not enough, consider the optional bespoke crystal champagne flutes. While the all-new 2020 Bentley Flying Spur has been revealed—with a longer wheelbase and substantially updated tech—it won't be available to order until later this year.
Engines, Ride, and Handling
Power comes from a spritely 500-hp V-8 or a stonking 616-hp W-12; the latter of which propelled a Flying Spur to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds at our test track. Both engines are twin-turbocharged and can be had in higher-output S form, bumping the V-8's output to 521 horsepower and the W-12's to 626 horsepower. All-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic are standard. We prefer the V-8 S model, which proved 0.1 second quicker to 60 mph in our testing than the non-S W-12 model. Plus, with less weight under its hood, the V-8 S's handling is noticeably more agile than models with the larger (and heavier) 12-cylinder engine. That's not to say that it's a sports sedan: The Flying Spur has some moves but it's happiest when it's cruising along at extra-legal speeds, cossetting its occupants inside its leather-lined tomb of a cabin.
Interior and Technology
In addition to leather almost everywhere, the 2019 Flying Spur's interior also features genuine wood and real metal accents. Its design is starting to age, but it's still one of the nicest interiors available, with plush and supportive seats and hand-stitched upholstery. A touchscreen infotainment system is standard and other technologies are optional, including onboard Wi-Fi, a digital TV tuner and screen for the back seat, and an 11-speaker Naim sound system. In addition to normal optional add-ons, Bentley allows customers to personalize the Flying Spur to their exact specifications through its Mulliner customization program.
