DecodedCars2013 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan AWD
- Engines
- 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- FFV
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 11 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 208.3 in
- Curb weight
- 5,567 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 14 MPG combined, 45% below the 2013 midsize car average of 25.3 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 2013 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is a midsize car offered with a 6.0L 12-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 208 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,567 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (11 city / 19 highway), 45% worse than the 2013 midsize car average of 25.3 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2013
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2012 Continental Flying Spur — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2012; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2012 Continental Flying Spur →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan AWD | 208.3 in | 78 in | 55.1 in | 108.3 in | 63.8 / 63.4 in | 5,567 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 FFV | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 19 / 14 | -45% | $5,850 | 646 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Similar 2013 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables · Oct 21, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V688000 · 7,778 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Continental GT vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to April 30, 2014, 2012-2015 Continental GTC vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to June 30, 2014, 2012-2013 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured March 31, 2011, to August 30, 2012, and 2014 Flying Spur vehicles manufactured February 28, 2013, to April 28, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a battery cable connection may be loose at the firewall.
- Risk
- A loose battery cable may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable securing nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2015. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE15/15.
Not every 2013 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2013 Bentley Continental Flying Spur in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2013 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 2013 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 →