Bentley has confirmed the return of one of its most coveted performance nameplates: the Continental Supersports. After years of dormancy, the badge is officially making a comeback with a new generation designed to blend raw performance with signature luxury. While details remain scarce on Bentley’s official announcement, it’s clear the next Supersports will lean hard into driver-focused dynamics and performance weight savings.
A Historic Nameplate With a 21st-Century Edge
The Supersports name goes back to 1925, when W.O. Bentley introduced a 3.0-liter, four-cylinder model capable of crossing the 100 mph threshold. That spirit of performance lives on in this upcoming model, which trades the Continental GT’s hybrid V12 layout for a lightweight, rear-wheel-drive V8 setup. According to Autocar, the new car will feature a twin-turbo V8 expected to produce around 640 brake horsepower. That’s less than the 771 hp generated by the hybrid GT Speed, but the Supersports will weigh significantly less and accelerate with more urgency.
Bentley hasn’t released official specs, but the new Supersports is targeting 0 to 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds. Extensive use of carbon fiber, a stripped-down interior with likely no rear seats, and ceramic brakes all point to a performance-first approach. The expected curb weight sits around 4,400 pounds (2,000 kg), making it the lightest Bentley production model in recent memory.
Purpose-Built Performance With Everyday Elegance
Compared to the standard Continental GT, the Supersports will likely receive more aggressive aerodynamic bodywork, weight-reducing wheels, and carbon-ceramic braking hardware. Its profile will visually separate it from the rest of the GT range. And while it may not carry the brute force of the last Supersports W12 model, which delivered 700 horsepower from a 6.0-liter engine, the upcoming V8-powered iteration is expected to deliver a sharper and more agile driving experience.
There’s no official word yet on pricing, but with the current Continental GT starting around $300,000, the Supersports will likely command a premium. Industry estimates suggest the figure could climb well above half a million dollars in key markets like the UK. Deliveries are expected to begin next year following a full reveal later in 2025.
For Bentley, the return of the Supersports isn’t just a heritage nod—it’s a signal that performance, lightness, and mechanical focus still matter in a segment dominated by hybrid and electrified luxury grand tourers.
