Bentley has pulled the covers off the long-rumored Continental GT Supersports, marking the brand’s most focused driver’s car in recent memory. Unlike the recent trend toward electrification within the lineup, this model abandons hybrid assistance entirely and instead relies solely on a twin-turbo V8. It is also the first non-motorsport Continental to adopt rear-wheel drive, signaling a dramatic philosophical shift. Production will be limited to just 500 examples, which will be allocated across important global regions such as the UK, Europe, Turkey, North America, Australia, New Zealand, and several Middle Eastern markets including Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and the UAE. Pricing will be confirmed closer to its market debut.
Known internally as “Project Mildred,” the car began as a passion project led by a small group of engineers who envisioned a rear-drive, sub-two-tonne Continental GT aimed purely at delivering involvement behind the wheel. What originally existed only as an experimental development mule quickly impressed decision-makers enough that it was greenlit for production. Its timing is fitting as well, arriving almost exactly 100 years after the very first Super Sports model launched back in 1925.
On the outside, the Supersports separates itself from the rest of the range with a number of aerodynamic and styling revisions. These include a reshaped front bumper with functional cooling channels and dive planes, more aggressive side skirts, a reworked rear bumper with ventilation openings, and a distinctive ducktail-style rear spoiler. A laser-cut grille and a larger diffuser incorporating titanium exhaust outlets further emphasize its purpose. Bentley claims the new aero setup improves downforce by 300 kilograms over the Continental GT Speed, enhancing high-speed stability and balance.
Inside, the cabin features newly designed lightweight sports seats mounted lower in the vehicle and offering 11-way electric adjustment along with heating. A carbon-fiber tub wrapped in leather sits behind them, reinforcing the stripped-back atmosphere. The use of carbon fiber trim, Supersports-specific embroidery, and a numbered center-console plaque help underscore the car’s exclusivity. Buyers can also draw on Mulliner’s customization department for added personalization.
Power comes from a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 producing 657 hp and 800 Nm of torque, delivered without any electric enhancement. Although this output is noticeably lower than the hybrid-assisted Continental GT Speed—which enjoys an additional 114 hp and 200 Nm—the Supersports places driver engagement above headline performance. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and tops out at 310 km/h, figures that trail the GT Speed and the older W12-powered Supersports models from 2009 and 2017. Nonetheless, Bentley emphasizes that driver feel and responsiveness were prioritized over pure speed. All power is sent to the rear wheels via an upgraded ZF eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, supported by rear-wheel steering, torque vectoring, and a newly calibrated electronic limited-slip differential. Suspension, steering, and all chassis systems receive model-specific tuning.
The Supersports’ technical upgrades continue with heavily revised aerodynamics, new 22-inch forged wheels developed with Manthey Racing, enormous carbon-ceramic brakes—the largest fitted to any production car—and a more vocal titanium exhaust crafted by Akrapovič. Owners seeking maximum track-day traction can swap the standard Pirelli P-Zero tires for optional Trofeo RS compounds.
Bentley managed to keep the car under two tonnes by removing the hybrid and AWD systems, deleting the rear seats, reducing sound insulation, installing a carbon-fiber roof, and minimizing driver-assistance hardware. This makes it not only the lightest Continental GT to date but also the lightest Bentley produced since 1940, a rare milestone for a brand known for its substantial vehicles.
Order books for the new Continental GT Supersports will open in March 2026, with production starting in the final quarter of 2026. Deliveries are expected to begin in early 2027.