DecodedCars2016 Bentley Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 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
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- 189.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,115–5,501 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 18 MPG combined, 32% below the 2016 compact car average of 26.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 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 2016 compact car average of 26.6 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Continental — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 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 GT | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 21 / 15 | -44% | $5,500 | 580 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Bentley Continental.
Similar 2016 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Bentley Continental (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Ferrari FF | 13 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2016 Aston Martin Rapide | 17 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2016 Rolls-Royce Dawn | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Bentley Continental.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Bentley Continental is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2016 Bentley Continental in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2016 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 2016 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 →