DecodedCars2008 Bentley Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- GT/Speed 2dr Coupe AWD, Gtc 2dr 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
- 189–189.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,258–5,501 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 13 MPG combined, 41% 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 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 (GT/Speed 2dr Coupe AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (10 city / 17 highway), 41% worse than the 2008 compact car average of 21.9 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 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 Continental — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2007; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2007 Continental →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT/Speed 2dr Coupe AWD | 189.4 in | 77.2 in | 54.7 in | 108.3 in | – | 5,258 lb | 52/48 |
| Gtc 2dr Coupe AWD | 189 in | 77.2 in | 55.1 in | 108.3 in | – | 5,501 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 GT | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 10 / 17 / 13 | -41% | $6,300 | 684 |
| Continental GTC | 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 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2008 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Bentley Continental (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2008 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | 12 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
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 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2008 Bentley Continental in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2008 Bentley Continental 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 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 →