After a successful debut at Pebble Beach past August in the USA, and at the Frankfurt Auto Show in September, Bentley has released that its new flagship sedan, the Mulsanne, will begin with deliveries to the UK this coming summer and the USA in the fall of 2010.
Pricing, just released by Bentley, shows the Mulsanne carrying a price tag of $285,000, not including taxes and delivery fees.
That kind of cash brings the cache to customize to one’s tastes. Mulsanne is offered in: 114 paint colors, 21 carpet colors, 9 wood veneers, and 24 leather interior hide selections. Mulsanne carries more standard leather and wood than any other modern Bentley and takes 9 weeks to build.
Power is derived from the hand-built, 505 horsepower, V-8 that generates a whopping 572 lb-ft of torque for this rear-drive cabin cruiser. Power is channeled by an 8-speed automatic transmission that’s fitted with paddle shift levers behind the steering wheel as well. The new mill also features cylinder de-activation and variable cam phasing, helping reduce CO2 emissions and fuel.
In a press release, Stuart McCullough, Member of the Board for Sales & Marketing said,
” Even at this early stage, the expression of interest we’ve received easily exceeds our 2010 production targets. Mulsanne’s credentials are a pure expression of Bentley design and craftsmanship, and that’s struck a chord with Bentley enthusiasts as well as many of the potential customers we have welcomed for tours in Crewe this year. We’ve been encouraged by the positive commentary, notably from our American customers as the Mulsanne was privately previewed in seven metro markets across the country.”
Mulsanne will include such modern amenities as an iPod and MP3 connection, Bluetooth and SIM card reader. Automotive audiophiles will enjoy NAIM’s premium audio system – billed as the world’s most powerful audio system in a production vehicle – with 2,200 watts and 20 channels.
An all-new, dedicated facility will build Mulsanne at Bentley’s Crewe HQ, commencing in the second quarter of 2010.
SPECS
Engine
Engine capacity 6750cc
Max. Power 512PS / 505bhp / 377kW
Max. Torque 1020Nm / 752 lb ft
Driveline and Transmission
Rear wheel drive. 8-speed zf automatic with steering wheel mounted paddle-shift
Weights and Volumes
Fuel tank capacity 96L 21.12 Gallons / 25.36 US Gallons
Dimensions
Overall length: 219in
Width with mirrors folded: 75.9in
Height: 60in
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