Bentley Supersports Track Review: A 666hp

The 2026 Bentley Supersports is a 666hp, rear-wheel-drive coupe that weighs just under two tonnes. According to a track review by Autocar India, the car represents a dramatic departure from the Continental GT it is based on, achieved by removing 500kg of weight.

Bentley has removed the hybrid system and front driveshafts to create its first rear-wheel-drive model since the Mulsanne. Approximately 300kg of the total weight loss comes from deleting the hybrid components. Further reductions come from a carbon-fibre roof and boot lid, lightweight forged wheels developed with Manthey Racing, carbon-ceramic brakes, and the removal of the rear seats.

Exterior Design and Engineering

The Supersports wears an aggressive aerodynamic package, the largest front splitter and rear diffuser ever fitted to a Bentley. Sharp carbon-fibre canards, sills, and winglets are affixed to the coupe's lines. A large fixed carbon-fibre spoiler generates up to 300kg of downforce at speed. The reviewer notes the performance addenda look aggressive but may not adhere to the finely honed sculpture of the standard Continental GT coupe.

Special 'ombre' or faded paint options are available, including a Mulliner Dragon Red. All the aerodynamic elements are functional, with rear bumper vents purging hot air from the wheel wells.

Interior Space and Comfort

The cabin presents a mix of extreme focus and traditional luxury. The rear has been stripped to a carbon-fibre shell, sacrificing the seats entirely. The front, however, retains Bentley's signature opulence.

It is fitted with slimmer, more supportive sports seats that lower the driving position but remain plush and widely power-adjustable. Leather and chrome are abundant throughout. Personalisation options include a tri-tone cabin and sporty trim materials like carbon fibre and turned metal for the dashboard.

The car retains all the standard Continental GT's features and technology, including the driver display and touchscreen. The reviewer states that, apart from the loss of rear seats, none of the car's grand touring capabilities are compromised.

Performance and Handling

On track at Laguna Seca, the Supersports delivers a raw and engaging experience. The 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, equipped with new single-scroll turbochargers and aggressive variable valve timing, produces 666hp and 800Nm. It is paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The engine builds revs quickly and sends vibrations through the steering wheel. The car is also noted as the loudest modern Bentley road car, with noise reverberating in the cabin due to less insulation and the missing rear seats. The exhaust is a lightweight titanium system from Akrapovic.

The chassis retains two-chamber air suspension, a 48V active roll suppression system, and rear-axle steering, but gains an electronic limited-slip differential. The reviewer found the car surprisingly agile, with huge rotation in corners, a stark contrast to the standard Continental GT's tendency toward understeer.

However, the car's weight remains a defining characteristic. Pushing hard through corners, the reviewer could feel the mass pulling away, noting that "no amount of engineering can hide that." The optional Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS semi-slick tyres require temperature for optimal grip. The large carbon-ceramic brakes were seen reaching 800 degrees Celsius after a few hot laps.

The Supersports is a limited-run model, with only 500 units planned for global production. For the Indian market, the lack of a hybrid system means it qualifies immediately under the India-UK Free Trade Agreement. Autocar India estimates it could be priced around Rs 5 crore, potentially making it cheaper than the standard Continental GT in that market.