DecodedCars2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 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
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 12 MPG combined, 43% below the 2008 midsize car average of 21.1 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 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), 43% worse than the 2008 midsize car average of 21.1 MPG, for an estimated $6,850 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2008
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2007 Continental Flying Spur — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2007; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2007 Continental Flying Spur →
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 | -43% | $6,850 | 741 |
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 Continental Flying Spur under the current (2011+) test program.
Recalls (2)
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly · Jul 19, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V539000 · 127 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured April 25, 2007 through October 31, 2008. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving.
- Risk
- If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will apply additional adhesive between the sunroof glass frame and sunroof glass panel, free of charge. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE16/17.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor · Oct 17, 2013
NHTSA campaign 13V484000 · 469 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur vehicles, manufactured from July 2006 through June 2010 and equipped with carbon ceramic brake discs. In the affected vehicles, the stainless steel screws that secure the brake rotors may fail after being exposed to salty conditions.
- Risk
- Failure of the securing screws may result in a reduction of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the screws, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2013. Owners may contact Bentley at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this campaign is RE13/14.
Not every 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls 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 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 |
| 2007 Continental Flying Spur | 13 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
| 2006 Continental Flying Spur | 12 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →