DecodedCars2006 Bentley Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr GT Coupe AWD
- Engines
- 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 10 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 189.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,258 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 13 MPG combined, 41% below the 2006 compact car average of 22.2 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 is a compact car offered with a 6.0L 12-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 189 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,258 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (10 city / 17 highway), 41% worse than the 2006 compact car average of 22.2 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2006
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2005 Continental — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2005; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2005 Continental →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr GT Coupe AWD | 189.4 in | 77.2 in | 54.7 in | 108.3 in | – | 5,258 lb | 52/48 |
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 GT | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 10 / 17 / 13 | -41% | $6,300 | 684 |
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 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Bentley Continental (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | 12 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Bentley Continental.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Bentley Continental is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2006 Bentley Continental in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2006 Bentley Continental buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- 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. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Continental years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Continental | 19 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 Continental | 19 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Continental | 17 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Continental | 18 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 Continental | 19 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 Continental | 19 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 3 |
| 2020 Continental | 19 | – | Not rated | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →