- The 2026 Bentley Supersports is a rear-wheel-drive variant that removes hybrid components and all-wheel drive, creating a lighter, more dynamic Continental GT.
- The Supersports loses 1,000 pounds by ditching AWD and hybrid systems, weighing under two tons — Bentley's first car under that weight in decades.
- Power comes from a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 delivering 657 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels only.
- The aerodynamic package includes the largest aerodynamic splitter ever fitted to a road-going Bentley, plus cooling channels, stacked wings, blades, a fixed rear spoiler, and an integrated diffuser, together adding more than 300kg of downforce.
- CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser said the Supersports signifies a return to more extreme cars that combine extraordinary breadth of ability with true driver engagement, and that it is a statement of Bentley’s intent.
- The limited 500-car run is designed to shift perspectives about the 107-year-old brand and rekindle the experimental and pioneering spirit the marque was founded on, paving the way for the future.
- The Supersports arrives at an odd moment as the industry adds batteries, and Bentley’s first electric car is due in less than a month; the Supersports removes the hybrid system and costs an additional £140,000.
- Weight savings come from carbon fiber bodywork, a titanium exhaust, and forged aluminum wheels.
- The Supersports retains advanced chassis tech: all-wheel steering, electronic limited-slip differential, twin-valve dampers, Bentley Dynamic Ride, and electronic stability control.
- The 48-volt anti-roll bar provides 958 lb-ft of torque to resist body roll without spoiling suspension compliance.
- Braking is handled by 440-mm carbon-silicon-carbide front rotors and 10-piston front calipers, contributing to confidence at track speeds.
- The Supersports is limited to 500 units, all personalized by Mulliner, with a starting price of $486,600.
Bentley’s new Supersports marks a significant shift for the luxury automaker, featuring a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 that produces 657 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque, exclusively powering the rear wheels. This model is a departure from the hybrid system of the Continental GT, emphasizing performance and driver engagement.3
The Supersports is 1,000 pounds lighter than its predecessor, making it the first Bentley car to weigh under two tons in decades. This weight reduction was achieved by removing hybrid components and all-wheel drive, alongside the use of carbon fiber and titanium in its construction.
CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser stated, “[Supersports] signifies a return to Bentley making more extreme cars, ones that combine extraordinary breadth of ability with true driver engagement.” The car features a large aerodynamic splitter and a fixed rear spoiler, enhancing its performance and visual appeal.
Despite the shift away from hybrid technology, Bentley aims to rekindle its pioneering spirit with this limited 500-car run, priced starting at $486,600. All units are already sold, showcasing the brand's commitment to performance and exclusivity.12
The Supersports is designed to challenge perceptions of the 107-year-old brand while paving the way for future innovations, as Bentley prepares to launch its first electric vehicle soon.
“The 500-car run, all personalized by Mulliner, starts at $486,600 and is already sold out. CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser said the model signifies a return to more extreme cars, combining extraordinary breadth of ability with true driver engagement.”
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