DecodedCarsBentley Flying Spur vs Rolls-Royce Spectre
2026 Bentley Flying Spur vs 2026 Rolls-Royce Spectre — two rivals compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
That works out to about $3,350 a year less in fuel for the Rolls-Royce Spectre (EPA estimate, 15,000 miles).
The Rolls-Royce Spectre is the bigger car, about 5 inches longer.
Across all model years since 2005, the Rolls-Royce Spectre has had fewer recall campaigns (4 vs 7).
The two cars
The 2026 Bentley Flying Spur is a midsize car offered with a 4.0L 8-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 209 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 126-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,452 lb (4dr Sedan AWD).
The 2026 Rolls-Royce Spectre is a compact car powered by electricity and all-wheel drive. It measures about 215 inches long and 82 inches wide on a 126-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,559 lb.
Basics
Efficiency
Performance & space
Safety & reliability
Interest
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Which one should you choose?
Choose the Bentley Flying Spur if…
- You want something easier to park (5 in shorter)
Choose the Rolls-Royce Spectre if…
- You want an EV with more range (277 miles)
- You want more room (5 in longer)
Pros & cons of each
2026 Bentley Flying Spur
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 39% below the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
2026 Rolls-Royce Spectre
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