Bentley Continental Engine Specifications
The 2026 Bentley Continental is offered with 4.0L–6.0L engines in 8 and 12-cylinder form, per EPA fuel-economy records.
Latest model year (2026):
The Bentley Continental is available with 8 4.0L and Automatic (AM-S8) (All-Wheel Drive).
Bentley Continental Engine Specs — All Years
| Year | Trim | Cylinders | Displ. | Transmission | Drive | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2026 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2020 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2020 | Auto (AM-S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Minicompact Cars |
| 2020 | Auto (AM-S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Subcompact Cars |
| 2017 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Compact Cars |
| 2017 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Compact Cars |
| 2016 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Compact Cars |
| 2016 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Compact Cars |
| 2015 | Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.0 L | 12 | 6.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Compact Cars |
| 2015 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Compact Cars |
| 2015 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | 8 | 4.0L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Two Seaters |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Bentley Continental Engine Specs FAQ
What engine does the Bentley Continental have?
The Bentley Continental is available with 8 cylinder engines ranging up to 4.0L. Transmission and drivetrain options vary by trim. See the full table above.
Is the Bentley Continental available with all-wheel drive?
Yes, the Bentley Continental is available with all-wheel drive. Check the "Drive" column in the table above for specific trims.