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2015 Bentley Flying Spur
The 2015 Bentley Flying Spur, in its second year without the Continental name, makes a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 of 500 horsepower the standard engine, with the 616-horsepower 6.0-liter W12 optional, both with an eight-speed automatic and standard all-wheel drive. NHTSA lists no recalls and one complaint. Kelley Blue Book puts used ones at $57,700 to $58,000 at dealers.
Configurations2
Model/option labels1
Combined efficiency14–17 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers5
What changed on the 2015 Bentley Flying Spur
Cars.com (opens in a new tab) says the sedan version of the Continental coupe dropped the Continental name the year before and is now simply the Flying Spur, with a newly standard twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 or an optional twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W12 making 616 horsepower and 590 lb-ft. MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) lists the V8 at 500 hp and 487 lb-ft, both paired to an eight-speed automatic with standard all-wheel drive, and 14/24 mpg city/highway for the V8 and 12/20 for the W12.
Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) puts used 2015 Flying Spurs at $57,700 for the V8 and $58,000 for the W12 from a dealer, with private-party values from about $53,200 to $53,600.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2015 Flying Spur and one owner complaint, filed under the Continental Flying Spur name that CarFactBase (opens in a new tab) uses. Consumer Reports (opens in a new tab) keeps a reliability page, and CleanVins (opens in a new tab) summarizes the complaint categories.
2015 Flying Spur against the Ghost, S-Class, A8 and 7 Series
EPA rates the 2015 Flying Spur at 14 to 17 mpg combined and $4,550 to $5,550 a year in fuel. The Rolls-Royce Ghost lists 15 at $5,150, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 15 to 26 at $3,000 to $5,150, the Audi A8 16 to 28 at $3,200 to $4,850, and the BMW 7 Series 15 to 26 at $3,100 to $5,150. The Flying Spur is the thirstiest of the group.
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2015 Bentley Flying Spur: 2 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | 0–60 mph | Top speed | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V8 | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0L | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 500 | 487 | 4.9 s | 183 mph | 14 / 24 / 17 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / mi |
| W12 | W12, Twin Turbo, FF, 6.0L | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 616 | 590 | 4.3 s | 200 mph | 12 / 20 / 15 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V8 | 5,341 lb | 208.6 in | 58.6 in | 120.7 in | 39.7 ft | 24 gal | 38.1 in | 41.6 in | P275/45ZR19 |
| W12 | 5,451 lb | 208.5 in | 58.6 in | 120.7 in | 39.7 ft | 24 gal | 38.1 in | 41.6 in | P275/45ZR19 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2015 Bentley Flying Spur trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | V8 | W12 |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||
| Bluetooth | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std |
| IPod connector | Std | Std |
| IPod interface | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | Opt | Opt |
| Rear-seat DVD entertainment | Opt | Opt |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std |
| Comfort | ||
| Heated front seats | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | Opt | Opt |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std |
| Refrigerated cooler | Opt | Opt |
| Exterior and convenience | ||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | Std | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34829Flying Spur | 4L 8-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 13 | 24 | 17 | N/A |
| 34927Flying Spur | 6L 12-cyl FFVFFV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium or E85 | 12 | 20 | 14 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
5 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01Which current models share the 2015 Bentley Flying Spur's EPA class?
Comparison
Class peers of the 2015 Bentley Flying Spur in the current EPA data include 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2027 Audi A5, 2026 Audi A6, 2025 Audi A7, 2025 Audi RS 5, 2026 Audi RS 7, and 31 more.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q02How quickly does the 2015 Bentley Flying Spur accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Performance
The 2015 Bentley Flying Spur's 0-60 mph time is 4.3 seconds on the W12 and 4.9 seconds on the V8. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q03What is the 2015 Bentley Flying Spur's top speed?
Performance
The 2015 Bentley Flying Spur's top speed is 183 mph on the V8 and 200 mph on the W12. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04What size wheels does the 2015 Bentley Flying Spur have?
Wheels and tires
The 2015 Bentley Flying Spur's wheel diameter is 19 inches on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q05How do the 2015 Bentley Flying Spur trims differ from one another?
Trims
The W12 has 616 hp against 500 over the V8.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2015 Bentley Flying Spur.
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