DecodedCars2015 Bentley Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Conv AWD Gtc/Gtc V-8/Gtc Speed/Gtc V-8s, 2dr Coupe AWD GT/GT V-8/GT Speed/GT V-8s
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo, 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, FFV
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- 189.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,115–5,501 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 18 MPG combined, 32% below the 2015 compact car average of 26.3 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 Bentley Continental is a compact car offered with 2 engines (4.0L 8-cyl turbo and 6.0L 12-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 189 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,501 lb (2dr Conv AWD Gtc/Gtc V-8/Gtc Speed/Gtc V-8s).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 25 highway), 32% worse than the 2015 compact car average of 26.3 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.
What changed for 2015
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2014 Continental — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 Continental →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Conv AWD Gtc/Gtc V-8/Gtc Speed/Gtc V-8s | 189.4 in | 76.4 in | 55.1 in | 108.3 in | 63.8 / 63.4 in | 5,501 lb | |
| 2dr Coupe AWD GT/GT V-8/GT Speed/GT V-8s | 189.4 in | 76.4 in | 55.1 in | 108.3 in | – | 5,115 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 | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 25 / 18 | -32% | $4,550 | 494 |
| Continental GT3-R | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 23 / 17 | -18% | $4,850 | 535 |
| Continental GT FFV | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 21 / 15 | -43% | $5,500 | 580 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 Bentley Continental.
Similar 2015 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Bentley Continental (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2015 Lamborghini Aventador | 13 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2015 Aston Martin Vanquish | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2015 Ferrari F12 | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2015 Aston Martin DB9 | 15 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2015 Lamborghini Veneno | 13 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 2015 Bentley Continental is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2015 Bentley Continental buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Wheels — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 5,000 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 2015 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 |
| 2014 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 Continental | 14 | 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 →