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2005 BENTLEY Continental N/A (NKA)
NKA / N/A / 6.0L twin-turbocharged W12 engine (code not publicly specified), used worldwide with minor market-specific calibrations.
2006 BENTLEY Continental W12 6.0L T Twin-Turbo (CGA) (FAY)
FAY / W12 6.0L T Twin-Turbo (CGA) / 6.0L W12 twin-turbocharged petrol engine with DOHC and 48 valves, producing around 552 hp and 650 Nm torque. Market variations include minor tuning differences primarily for emissions compliance.
2008 BENTLEY Continental N74A (3W)
3W / N74A / 6.0L twin-turbocharged W12 engine primarily used worldwide except in some markets where a 6.0L twin-turbocharged V8 was offered
2011 BENTLEY Continental N74B60 (3W)
3W / N74B60 / 6.0L twin-turbocharged W12 petrol engine, used globally with minor market-specific tuning
2014 BENTLEY Continental BSD/BYQ (3W)
3W / BSD, BYQ, CTF / Available with two main engine types: a 6.0L twin-turbocharged W12 engine (code BSD) and a 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine (code BYQ). The W12 is typically produced for most global markets; the V8 is offered in some markets as a lighter, more efficient alternative. Engine code CTF refers to a V8 variant adapted for specific markets.
2016 BENTLEY Continental N74B66/AZH (FG)
FG / N74B66, AZH, AZJ / The 2016 Bentley Continental GT featured primarily two engine options: a 6.0L twin-turbocharged W12 engine (engine code N74B66) delivering around 567 hp, and a 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 (engine codes AZH, AZJ depending on market).
2020 BENTLEY Continental VW CGWA/VW CFWB (3W)
3W / VW CGWA, VW CFWB, VW CDUC / The 2020 Bentley Continental GT was available with two main engine types globally: a 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 (VW CGWA/CFWB) and a 6.0L twin-turbocharged W12 (VW CDUC). The availability depended on markets and emission regulations.
2021 BENTLEY Continental W12 TSI/V8 TSI (MSB platform)
MSB platform / W12 TSI, V8 TSI / The 2021 Bentley Continental mainly features two engine variants: a 6.0L W12 twin-turbocharged TSI engine producing in the range of 626 hp and 900 Nm torque, and a 4.0L V8 twin-turbocharged TSI engine producing around 542 hp and 770 Nm torque. Both engines are paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.
Motorcodes nach Jahr
| Jahr | Variante | Motorcodes | Hubraum | Kraftstoffsystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | technical-profile | N/A | 5998 cc | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| 2006 | technical-profile | W12 6.0L T Twin-Turbo (CGA) | 5998 cc | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| 2008 | technical-profile | N74A | 5998 cc | Direct fuel injection |
| 2011 | technical-profile | N74B60 | 5998 cc | Fuel injection |
| 2014 | technical-profile | BSD, BYQ, CTF | 5998 cc (W12), 3993 cc (V8) | Multi-point fuel injection with direct injection for V8 |
| 2016 | technical-profile | N74B66, AZH, AZJ | 6.0 L W12 or 4.0 L V8 | Direct fuel injection with twin-turbocharging |
| 2020 | technical-profile | VW CGWA, VW CFWB, VW CDUC | 4.0L or 6.0L | Direct injection with turbocharging |
| 2021 | technical-profile | W12 TSI, V8 TSI | 6.0L (W12) and 4.0L (V8) | Direct fuel injection with turbocharging |
Ölmenge nach Motor
| Jahr | Motorcodes | Öltyp | Ölmenge | Flüssigkeit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | N/A | Mobil 1 5W-40 fully synthetic or equivalent premium synthetic engine oil | Approx. 10 liters including filter (service-fill capacity, includes filter change) | ZF Lifeguard 6 or equivalent approved fluid |
| 2006 | W12 6.0L T Twin-Turbo (CGA) | Synthetic 5W-40 fully synthetic engine oil, meeting Bentley spec | Approximately 9.5 liters (service fill including filter change) | Bentley specification automatic transmission fluid (ATF) |
| 2008 | N74A | Bentley-approved synthetic 5W-40 or equivalent fully synthetic oil | Approximately 10.5 liters (service-fill including filter replacement) | ZF Lifeguard 6 or equivalent |
| 2011 | N74B60 | Bentley-recommended synthetic 5W-40 oil | Approx. 11.0 liters (service fill including oil filter) | Automatic transmission fluid per Bentley specifications |
| 2014 | BSD, BYQ, CTF | Fully synthetic 5W-40 or 0W-40 engine oil, meeting Bentley specifications | Approx. 12 liters service-fill including filter for W12 | Bentley specified ATF, typically Dexron VI compatible |
| 2016 | N74B66, AZH, AZJ | Bentley approved fully synthetic 0W-40 or 5W-40 | Approx. 12.5 liters (service-fill including filter change), varies slightly by engine and market | ZF Lifeguard 8 or manufacturer specified synthetic fluid |
| 2020 | VW CGWA, VW CFWB, VW CDUC | Bentley-approved fully synthetic 5W-40 or 0W-40 | Approx. 10 liters including filter (service-fill with filter change) | Bentley recommended synthetic ATF |
| 2021 | W12 TSI, V8 TSI | Bentley-approved synthetic 5W-40 or 0W-40 fully synthetic engine oil meeting VW 508 00/509 00 standard | Approx. 9.0 liters (service fill, includes filter change) | Bentley specification automatic transmission fluid (ATF) |
Technische Daten
- Motoren: N/A, W12 6.0L T Twin-Turbo (CGA), N74A, N74B60, BSD, BYQ, CTF, N74B66, AZH, AZJ, VW CGWA, VW CFWB
- Getriebe: Not offered; 6-speed automatic transmission standard, 6-speed ZF 6HP automatic with adaptive shift logic, ZF Lifeguard 6 or equivalent approved fluid, Not offered; 6-speed ZF 6HP automatic as standard, ZF 6HP-26 6-speed automatic with manual mode, Bentley specification automatic transmission fluid (ATF), Not available, 6-speed ZF 6HP automatic transmission
- Reifengrößen: Front 255/40 ZR18, Rear 275/40 ZR18, 255/45ZR18 front, 255/45ZR18 rear, 255/40ZR19 front, 285/35ZR19 rear, 255/40ZR20 front, 285/35ZR20 rear, Front 255/40 ZR20, Rear 295/35 ZR20 standard; optional 21" available
- Lochkreis: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Radmoment: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batterie: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Flüssigkeiten und Servicedaten
- Motoröl: Mobil 1 5W-40 fully synthetic or equivalent premium synthetic engine oil / Synthetic 5W-40 fully synthetic engine oil, meeting Bentley spec / Bentley-approved synthetic 5W-40 or equivalent fully synthetic oil / Bentley-recommended synthetic 5W-40 oil
- Getriebeöl: ZF Lifeguard 6 or equivalent approved fluid / Bentley specification automatic transmission fluid (ATF) / ZF Lifeguard 6 or equivalent / Automatic transmission fluid per Bentley specifications
- Kühlmittel: Approx. 20 liters / Approx. 14 liters / Approx. 13 liters / About 17 liters
- Bremsflüssigkeit: DOT 4 / DOT 4 high performance brake fluid / DOT 4 recommended / DOT 4 brake fluid (recommended brand per Bentley)
Bekannte Probleme
- Early models may show air suspension leaks
- Turbocharger intercooler hose cracking
- High maintenance cost due to complexity of W12 engine
- Turbocharger failures in high mileage units
- High maintenance cost
- Turbocharger wear on high mileage
- High maintenance cost due to exotic components
- Potential for electronic module faults
- W12 engine variations sensitive to ignition coil failures
- V8 turbocharger overheating if cooling not maintained
- High maintenance cost due to complex W12 engine
- Potential electrical system gremlins