Bentley has taken the wraps off the new Continental GT Supersports, the most driver-focused version of the grand tourer yet and the fourth model to wear the Supersports badge in 100 years.
The new edition brings major changes: rear-wheel drive for the first time on a road-going Continental GT, a big drop in weight, and a new 657hp V8 engine. Only 500 units will be built, with orders opening in March 2026.
- First rear-wheel-drive Continental GT
- 657hp twin-turbo V8 and new aero package for sharper performance
- Limited to 500 units; production starts late 2026, deliveries in 2027
Bentley Continental GT Supersports exterior
New aero package adds huge downforce and sharpens the GT’s stance.
The Supersports gets the most aggressive aero package ever fitted to a road-going Bentley. Up front, there’s a larger splitter, a wider bumper and carbon-fibre dive planes to improve stability. New side sills, reshaped fender blades and a rear diffuser work with a fixed rear wing to add over 300kg of extra downforce compared to the Continental GT Speed.
A carbon-fibre roof panel cuts weight further and lowers the centre of gravity. Lightweight 22-inch forged wheels, developed with Manthey Racing, are standard, with Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres available as an option. With these tyres, the chassis changes and weight savings, the Supersports can corner approximately 30 percent quicker than a Continental GT Speed, with up to 1.3g peak lateral force.
Bentley Continental GT Supersports interior and features
Two-seat cabin introduces new sports seats, set lower in the car.
The cabin switches to a two-seat layout, with the rear bench replaced by a carbon-fibre tub wrapped in leather. New sports seats sit lower for better support, and the cabin uses a mix of leather, Dinamica and carbon trim.
A numbered badge marks each of the 500 units, while the usual touchscreen and digital instruments remain. Sound insulation has reduced, and the audio system is tuned for the front of the cabin to save weight.
Bentley Continental GT Supersports engine and performance
Rear-wheel drive V8 setup focuses on response and driver involvement.
Power comes from a new 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 producing 657hp and 800Nm. It’s paired with an updated 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox, carbon-ceramic brakes and a full-length Akrapovic titanium exhaust.
Bentley has removed the hybrid system and replaced the all-wheel drive hardware for a rear-wheel drive setup. So its weight is under 2,000kg and it makes the Supersports the first RWD Continental GT. This also means it loses some power versus the standard Continental GT, which produces 782hp from its hybrid powertrain.
Bentley claims a 0-100kph time of 3.7sec and a top speed of around 310kph. That’s about half a second slower than the regular GT, but the focus here is on sharper responses, reduced mass and greater driver involvement, rather than outright straight-line pace.
Bentley Continental GT Supersports price and launch
Limited run of 500 cars, with deliveries beginning early 2027.
Prices haven’t been confirmed yet, but Bentley says it will sit well above the current GT Speed, which starts at around USD 285,000 (over Rs 2.5 crore). Only 500 cars will be offered worldwide.
The new Supersports will be available in the following countries and areas: UK, Europe (EU27 plus Switzerland and Turkey), USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Oman, Bahrain, UAE, Qatar and Kuwait.
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