DecodedCars2017 Bentley Flying Spur
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo, 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 14 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- 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 17 MPG combined, 37% below the 2017 midsize car average of 26.9 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 2017 Bentley Flying Spur is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (4.0L 8-cyl turbo and 6.0L 12-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (14 city / 24 highway), 37% worse than the 2017 midsize car average of 26.9 MPG, for an estimated $4,850 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 2017
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 Flying Spur — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 Flying Spur →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Spur | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 24 / 17 | -37% | $4,850 | 517 |
| Flying Spur | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 20 / 15 | -44% | $5,500 | 604 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Bentley Flying Spur.
Similar 2017 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Bentley Flying Spur (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Rolls-Royce Wraith | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Bentley Flying Spur.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2017 Bentley Flying Spur is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2017 Bentley Flying Spur in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2017 Bentley Flying Spur 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 2017 Bentley Flying Spur. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Flying Spur years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Flying Spur | 19 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Flying Spur | 19 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Flying Spur | 19 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Flying Spur | 19 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Flying Spur | 19 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 Flying Spur | 17 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 Flying Spur | 15 | – | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
| 2018 Flying Spur | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Flying Spur | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Flying Spur | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Flying Spur | 14 | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →