DecodedCars2008 Bentley Azure
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Convertible RWD
- Engines
- 6.7L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 11 combined · 9 city / 15 hwy
- Length
- 213 in
- Curb weight
- 5,942 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 11 MPG combined, 50% below the 2008 compact car average of 21.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2008 Bentley Azure is a compact car offered with a 6.7L 8-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 213 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 123-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,942 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 11 MPG combined (9 city / 15 highway), 50% worse than the 2008 compact car average of 21.9 MPG, for an estimated $7,450 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2008
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2007 Azure — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2007; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2007 Azure →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Convertible RWD | 213 in | 74.8 in | 58.7 in | 122.8 in | – | 5,942 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azure | 6.7L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 9 / 15 / 11 | -50% | $7,450 | 808 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2008 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2008 Bentley Azure under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2008 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Bentley Azure (this car) | 11 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 11 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Structure › Body › Hood · Sep 13, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V411000 · 630 vehicles
- Problem
- BENTLEY IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 ARNAGER, ARNAGET, ARNAGE RL, BROOKLANDS, AND AZURE VEHICLES. THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE "B" HOOD ORNAMENT'S RETRACTING MECHANISM TO BECOME CORRODED. THIS MAY LEAD TO THE "B" HOOD ORNAMENT NOT RETRACTING AS INTENDED WHEN A VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A CRASH.
- Risk
- IF THE HOOD ORNAMENT DOES NOT RETRACT, IT COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO A PEDESTRIAN IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH BETWEEN THE VEHICLE AND THE PEDESTRIAN.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RETRACTABLE "B" MECHANISM FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BENTLEY AT 1-617-488-8500.
Not every 2008 Bentley Azure is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2008 Bentley Azure in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2008 Bentley Azure buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 Bentley Azure. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Azure years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Azure | 11 | 213 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Azure | 11 | 213 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 Azure | 11 | 213 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →