It also marks the end of the 6.75-liter V8.
The Mulsanne has been produced. The Flying Spur assumes the role of the brand’s flagship model.
Bentley won’t reveal many details about the final Mulsanne. According to the company’s announcement, “its future home remains a tightly guarded secret.” If we had to guess, it would seem that the brand wants to preserve the special sedan.
Mulliner’s second-to-last Mulsanne, a 6.75 Edition, has an exterior made in a two-tone combination of Rose Gold and Tungsten. (below). It is going to the United States.
Bentley presented the Mulsanne’s modern version at the 2009 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Sales began the following year. The company has delivered over 7,300 Mulsannes since then. The brand also introduced the Mulliner Driving Specification model in 2012. This version has more features, including a huge sunroof as well as a bottle cooler. In 2015, the Speed variant was introduced. It features a 6.75-liter V8 that produces 530 horsepower (395 Kilowatts) as well as a massive 811 pound-feet (1.100 Newton-meters).
2016 saw a styling update that included a wider grille and revised headlights. The interior was also updated with an updated infotainment program. Bentley introduced a Mulsanne with a longer wheelbase that provided more space for the rear passengers.
Bentley launched the 6.75 edition by Mulliner to celebrate the end Mulsanne production. Only 30 were made using the Speed model. These special sedans received extra chrome trim and ventilation controls that evoke the engine oil cap.
After being produced in 1959, the Mulsanne’s death also marks the retirement of Bentley’s 6.75-liter V8. The original version was only 180 horsepower (134 kilowatts), but subsequent upgrades allowed for a 530-hp output at its end.