DecodedCars2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan AWD
- Engines
- 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 12 combined · 10 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 209.1 in
- Curb weight
- 5,456 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 12 MPG combined, 41% below the 2006 midsize car average of 20.5 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 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is a midsize car offered with a 6.0L 12-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 209 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,456 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 12 MPG combined (10 city / 17 highway), 41% worse than the 2006 midsize car average of 20.5 MPG, for an estimated $6,850 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan AWD | 209.1 in | 77.2 in | 58.3 in | 120.9 in | – | 5,456 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continental Flying Spur | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 10 / 17 / 12 | -41% | $6,850 | 741 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur under the current (2011+) test program.
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 50,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Continental Flying Spur years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Continental Flying Spur | 14 | 208.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 Continental Flying Spur | 14 | 208.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 Continental Flying Spur | 13 | 208.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 Continental Flying Spur | 12 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 Continental Flying Spur | 12 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 Continental Flying Spur | 12 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 Continental Flying Spur | 13 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →