DecodedCars2025 Bentley Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- GT, GT V8, GT V8 Convertible
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 592 hp
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 190.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,773–5,148 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 18% below the 2025 subcompact car average of 23.1 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 2025 Bentley Continental is a subcompact car offered with a 4.0L 8-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 191 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,947 lb (GT).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway), 18% worse than the 2025 subcompact car average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 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 structure.
What changed for 2025
- New plug-in hybrid version
- Engine dropped: 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG up from 17 to 19
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Continental →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Crewe, Cheshire
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2025 Continental configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT | 190.9 in | 77.2 in | 55.5 in | 112.2 in | – | 4,947 lb | 49/51 |
| GT V8 | 190.9 in | 77.2 in | 55.5 in | 112.2 in | – | 4,773 lb | 55/45 |
| GT V8 Convertible | 190.9 in | 77.2 in | 55.5 in | 112.2 in | – | 5,148 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 Plug-in Hybrid | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -18% | $4,350 | 161 |
| Continental GT Speed Plug-in Hybrid | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -18% | $4,350 | 161 |
| Continental GTC Plug-in Hybrid | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -6% | $4,350 | 161 |
| Continental GTC Speed Plug-in Hybrid | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -6% | $4,350 | 161 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Bentley Continental.
Similar 2025 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Bentley Continental (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2025 Ferrari Roma | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Sep 25, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V648000 · 17 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Continental GTC, Continental GT, and 2025 Flying Spur vehicles. The bolted joint connection securing the high-pressure fuel pump to the V8 Evo engine may be improperly tightened and cause a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the screw connections and replace the high pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE25/41. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 27, 2025.
Not every 2025 Bentley Continental is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Bentley Continental buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Structure › Body — 1 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Engine — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 →