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" Every minute in a Bentley is a machine of its time – set standards journey of discovery and none that no other car maker could more so than in the peerless match. Britain had never produced Mulsanne. Taking its inspiration anything like it. from some of the greatest of With the Mulsanne, Bentley W.O. Bentley’s creations, Mulsanne has truly revived the Grand generates its own echoes of that Tourer concept of yesteryear, in remarkable era, when cars such a car that makes the joy of driving as Bentley’s unparalleled #$"% its central focus. Whether you four-door eight-litre – the fastest are behind the wheel or as a

& passenger, every journey is an stand still, for this is a sublime and elegance. The Mulsanne is Inspired by our heritage, it is a event. Mulsanne is about car laced with power; enabling the purest expression yet of that thoroughly modern statement of becoming immersed in the drive its occupants to drive, relax, unique Bentley DNA. From the British grand touring and like its on all levels – comfort, converse and enjoy them selves effortless acceleration offered by predecessors it offers the world’s exhilaration, and relaxation. in impeccable style, even when the twin-turbocharged V' engine most exclusive driving experience Quite simply, we took everything driven at remarkable speeds. to the clarity and discerning – some call it ‘pure Bentley’. We we knew about Bentley and Modern Bentley motoring is restraint of the instrumentation call it ‘Mulsanne’. distilled it into our flagship car. about more than just driving, and exquisitely packaged Within the Mulsanne’s sump- of course. It is also an expression technology, it represents a car tuous interior time can seem to of exclusivity, power, refinement built without compromise.

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The brief given to Bentley’s The challenge was to balance elegance and solidity. Echoing sporting proportions distinctly design team was simple yet forward-thinking with authentic the signature Bentley design evident. The long bonnet, short demanding: create a * agship car heritage – to blend progressive cues of the past, the Mulsanne front overhang and longer rear that seamlessly mixes the very overhang help to convey a sense best of modern technology and of dynamism and movement, engineering with the unique reinforced by muscular haunches heritage of the Bentley marque. and sharply sculpted lines which In doing so, they have produced * ow gracefully from the front a Bentley that stands at the wings to the rear, hinting at the pinnacle of British motoring. phenomenal levels of power and Our aim was to elevate the torque that are in reserve at all motoring experience to a new times. Uniquely designed +%-inch level of comfort, re! ned enjoyment wheels (and optional +#-inch) and performance for both driver lines with classic cues. To achieve features a bold frontal design reinforce the Mulsanne’s and passengers. this ambitious goal, we had to lift dominated by the traditional powerful stance. our eyes to the horizon and design Bentley matrix grille and a vehicle that drew on the great prominent, round inner headlamps Bentleys of the past. with chrome surrounds, * anked Gazing upon the Mulsanne, by two, smaller outboard lamp you are greeted by an entirely clusters, all featuring the latest original creature – from the sleek in LED lighting technology. exterior to the superbly appointed The iconic Flying ‘B’ retractable and re! ned interior. The mascot is available as an option. Mulsanne’s design is a unique Racing is also clearly in the fusion of sportiness, coach-built Mulsanne’s bloodline with classic

$ To create as refined a car as the Through design, manufacturing, For an added look of distinction, Mulsanne in the +#st century technology and skills, an the chrome bezels are embossed requires a blend of technology authentic Bentley coach-built with the Bentley name. and craftsmanship that can only feel has been achieved. Take, Four contemporary wheel be found at a marque like Bentley. for example, the elegant rear designs, with two different windscreen, which is fully finishes, are available for the enveloped by coachwork. Mulsanne in both standard This provides a flawless line into +%-inch or optional +#-inch sizes. the rear, complementing the So whichever style you opt for, exquisitely formed roof pillars, The elegant front wings, for you can rest assured that the but can only be created under example, can only be formed same attention to detail has gone the watchful eye of experienced as a single panel thanks to this into creating them as every other coach-builders, who undertake technology. As part of the design part of the car. a complex hand-brazing process process, we also used lightweight to create perfect joins along the materials in areas you cannot see curving surfaces around the to allow us to continue to use   rear windscreen. classic Bentley materials in areas Q The Mulsanne utilises advanced In other areas the car’s elegant that you can truly appreciate. methods such as Superforming forms were created using an The lights are designed to to produce a ‘coach-built’ fi nish. advanced process known provide drivers with the best road Q Many parts of the exterior are built and fi nished as Super forming, in which vision available. The light from entirely by hand. aluminium panels are heated the Xenon headlamps provides Q Eight different wheel style and to (%%ºC and then forced into )% percent more output than fi nish combinations available. shape using air pressure. conventional halogen headlamps.

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echo the elliptical curves of the detail and craft has still gone into into which are ‘sandwiched’ the ‘floating’ LED tail lights. the Mulsanne’s metal door handles antennae for the car’s electronic Not only are the stainless steel as any other part of the car. systems. jewels beautiful in their own right Behind each one, a mirror finish Further optional brightware is but each piece of brightware is precisely positioned to show a available including a beautiful serves a specific purpose for the reflection of the tactile knurling jewel fuel filler cap, stainless steel overall impression. Note, for on the inside of the handle – an door pillar finishers and stainless example, how the polished steel optical tease to the senses. steel lower grilles and wing vents. finish around the side glass creates Bentley’s designers were against We take great pride in using the a crisp, defined edge around the using a visible aerial that could finest materials throughout every windows. An advanced keyless interfere with the exterior design   car we build and the Mulsanne entry system unlocks the car for of the car and instead fashioned Q Advanced keyless entry and ignition offers high security is no different. Get up close to you, but as much attention to an advanced composite bootlid with convenience. The car some of the gleaming brightware automatically unlocks and that adorns the car’s exterior and starts at the touch of a button. you will see that we have used Q Features such as satellite only the highest grade stainless antennae are hidden away to ensure unbroken visual lines. steels to fashion what we think Q Mulsanne’s exterior brightware of as the car’s ‘jewellery’. The is fashioned from solid classic Bentley matrix radiator stainless steel. grille is built from solid stainless Q Optional brightware such as a steel as are the elegant window chrome radiator shell, Flying ‘B’ mascot, stainless steel grilles and surrounds, and sleek, oval door pillar fi nishers are available. tailpipes, which are crafted to

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remarkable mix of modern design the aroma of leather hides mix crafting the interior of the and classic Bentley heritage. with finishes such as knurled Mulsanne. At Crewe, Bentley’s By studying vintage Bentleys stainless steel, smooth wood way of working is the opposite of and talking to owners and retired veneers and some of the most mass production – we start where craftsmen and women, the design advanced technology – all others stop.” team created a list of key interior exquisitely packaged for your characteristics such as material driving comfort. design, smell, colour harmony One such example of the and handcrafting. remarkable attention to detail Once these were established, taken in creating the interior is highly challenging targets were a design feature that arose from set with the aim of producing the studying vintage cigar lighters Flagship Bentleys are as finest possible interior for the car. that were used in older Bentleys. renowned for their interiors as The result is a contemporary These had a glass top through their outer looks and to ensure hand-crafted cabin that fully which the lighter’s glowing that the Mulsanne’s cabin was reflects traditional Bentley values, element could be seen. So equally awe-inspiring, the interior executed to the highest possible beautifully crafted were these design team created a research standards. that they became the inspiration programme to identify the A Bentley’s interior is unlike for the exquisite glass-like signature features that have any other car in the world. Step switches used on the centre defined our cars from the #$+%s inside and you immediately console of the Mulsanne. to the present day and become immersed in a unique As Head of Interior Design, incorporated those lessons as atmosphere where carefully Robin Page says: “Almost half they created an interior that is a positioned mood lighting and the entire build process goes into

#) Craftsmanship – it’s probably to their jobs. Virtually as much embroidery stitched into your the word that best sums up the time is spent on trimming out the headrests. Even the carpets, extraordinary quality and finish Mulsanne’s cabin as is taken on which are now even more that you will find throughout the building the rest of the car and luxurious, with an extra thick Mulsanne’s remarkable interior. when you see the end results the pile for added comfort, are In an era where even some luxury reasons are clear. specified to match the shade of cars are assembled in a matter Take something as seemingly leather you choose. And for an of hours, we work in a more simple as seatbelts. Not only are even more sumptuous feeling at meticulous manner – at a pace set the seatbelts in the Mulsanne your feet, you may wish to add by the attention to detail and colour-coded to match all of the our luxuriant lambswool rugs. commitment that every one of +( leather hide colours available our craftsmen and women bring for the interior but even the buckles are too. Everywhere you look in the cabin you’ll discover small finesses that signal a more   Q Attention to detail is on display refined approach. Many of these throughout. Even the seatbelt are details that let you buckles are colour-matched to personalise the car as well. For the leather. instance, you can choose contrast Q A range of fi nishes such as stitching or piping, or even contrast stitching and piping add to the element of embroidered Bentley emblems. personalisation. Through Mulliner, you can also Q Carpets have even thicker pile have bespoke features such as for added comfort. personalised treadplates and

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The interior of a Bentley is Admire, too, the stunning sourced from all over the world, something to savour. Smell the continuous wooden waist rail that must meet exacting levels of sumptuous leather hides, for surrounds the entire cabin. Only quality and be produced in a example. These are hand-picked in a car like the Mulsanne could sustainable and ethical way. from herds in cooler climates you achieve such a remarkable Natural wood veneers are an where the lack of insects means design signature. essential part of the character blemish-free hides. Soft and With more wood than ever of the Bentley marque, and our supple, they are then tanned in before – and requiring #) of the expertise in this area makes a traditional process originally highest quality leather hides in us unique among car makers. used during the construction each car, the Mulsanne is designed Wood is the foundation of the of fine furniture pieces that to offer a level of comfort never Bentley tradition and many optimises their natural aroma. seen before. Premium materials, of the techniques used today have developed over nearly $%   years of production. Our mirror- Q Unique in the automotive matched veneers are renowned industry, our veneers are the world over. This difficult mounted on solid wood substrates, carved from and exacting process involves walnut, cherry or oak. placing successive veneer leaves Q It takes 17 hand-picked end-to-end to make a perfect, leather hides to trim the symmetrical pattern across Mulsanne’s cabin. the entire car. In the Mulsanne Q Every wood veneer is our veneers are mounted on mirror-matched to make a symmetrical fi nish throughout solid wood substrates carved the interior. from walnut, cherry or oak.

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Immense power and relentless refined power that a Bentley is deep, muffled V' burble and torque instantly available renowned for. relentless acceleration. providing unstressed perform- In the Mulsanne, the V' These immense reserves ance are the hallmarks of develops (#+PS ((%(bhp/"))kW) of power and torque are com- every Bentley. Anyone who while the massive torque plemented by an eight-speed has experienced the effortless (#%+%Nm/)(+lb ft) is now automatic transmission, which acceleration that arrives regard- delivered at #,)(% rpm. comes with steering-wheel less of engine speed or gear This dramatic ability to produce mounted paddleshift. selection will know just how impeccable levels of refinement, maximum torque from just astonishing the effect can be. whether rolling quietly through above idle and then right town or racing across continents. through the rev range ensures Flagship Bentleys have been that with a mere tap of the powered by mighty V' engines accelerator you are immediately for over (% years and Mulsanne rewarded with that characteristic   is no exception. What is Q The Mulsanne’s 6¾-litre V8 exceptional is the performance delivers massive torque, effortless acceleration and 21st of the twin-turbocharged century emissions standards. ,¾-litre V' engine beneath its Q The twin-turbocharged engine bonnet, which has cutting-edge produces 505bhp (512PS) and 1020Nm (752lb ft) of torque. Of course, Bentleys are not technologies that ensure it Q Eight-speed transmission just capable of great speeds and enjoys the extreme levels of comes with steering impressive acceleration. They performance expected of it wheel-mounted paddleshift. are also renowned for their without sacrificing the graceful,

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three challenges: first, the targets, along with the massive in fuel consumption and CO2 and seam lessly brings all eight engine needed to produce torque that is such a trademark emissions plus improved cylinders back into play. effortless torque from extremely of every grand Bentley, could refinement and torque, the The overall result is an low revs. Secondly, it should be best achieved with a V' Mulsanne’s V' sees the improvement in fuel economy

maintain the highest levels of engine – the configuration that introduction of two and CO2 emissions of up to refinement at any speed. has been used so successfully revolutionary control systems: #( percent. Not to mention Thirdly, and of equal in the past. Cam Phasing and, a first for the that massive #%+%Nm of torque. importance, it would need to Every major component from flagship motoring sector, In other words, the sort of satisfy strict environmental the forged crankshaft to the Variable Displacement. powerful yet relaxed driving emissions standards for years pistons to the connecting rods The pioneering use of experience one would expect to come. are now designed to be light these two technologies in of a car of this calibre. While other powertrain and strong and reduce internal combination allows the engine configurations were considered loads and friction for even management system to adjust by the Mulsanne engineers, better engine response. To the V'’s breathing, thereby   Q Cam Phasing boosts torque improving idle quality, increasing from lower revs and improves torque from low revs and refi nement offering better fuel economy Q Variable Displacement delivers lower fuel consumption and and CO2 emissions. Variable Displacement imperceptibly emissions Q powers down four cylinders Eight-speed transmission delivers imperceptible when cruising with a light load. gearshifts at any speed. The moment you press your

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With its advanced eight-speed through their favourite set of modes: a default ‘Bentley’ setting, automatic gearbox transmitting bends. Few cars allow you to do firmer ‘Sport’ setting and softer the V' engine’s power to the rear both without making compromises ‘Comfort’ setting – offering wheels, the Mulsanne adopts to their chassis, suspension and precise calibration depending a classic Grand Tourer layout. steering set-ups. The Mulsanne on the road conditions or simply It’s a configuration that underpins is different. your preference at that time. the effortless driving credentials At its heart is a state-of-the-art A fourth mode, ‘Custom’, of this peerless Bentley and Drive Dynamics Control system allows you to personally ‘tune’ the ensures that the Mulsanne that allows you to fine tune the car to a preferred driving style. has the dynamics to match its suspension and steering control These settings are memorised in sumptuous interior. systems. Drive Dynamics Control the Keyless Ignition system as Air suspension with continuously comes with three standard your bespoke choice. variable damping creates an even Other technologies abound more refined and honed ride, in the Mulsanne. Advanced   while the gearbox and engine vehicle stability and safety Q The Mulsanne has a state-of- the-art air suspension system management systems can also be programmes are included with with continuously variable set to Sport mode to enhance the ESC Premium, which combines damping. powertrain during faster driving. an Electronic Stability Control Q Drive Dynamics Control allows The art of driving, of course, is with ABS anti-lock braking, the driver to fi ne tune as personal a choice as the car you Traction Control, hydraulic brake suspension and steering control systems. choose to do it in. For some, assist to reduce stopping distances Q ESC Premium features an driving is about relaxed cruising. and Hill Hold Control. advanced Electronic Stability For others there is the joy to be Control System. found in controlling a car at speed

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"# Elegant and whisper-quiet, the hidden away behind seductive this sumptuous space, you can cabin of the Bentley Mulsanne is veneer panels and magically then add the creature comforts an oasis of calm in a hectic world. appear when needed. One button. of your choice from a range of Acoustic glazing utilises the latest One touch. Everything you need options. Ultimately, however, in sound-proofing technologies to – right at your fingertips. it should be like your own private isolate the cabin and its occupants Those with an appreciation of clubroom – a place where you from the outside world. Here Bentley design history will can unwind, be refreshed and silence speaks volumes. recognise the nods to some of the be yourself. You can ride, relax, converse great styling touches of the past. and enjoy yourself in impeccable Traditional bullseye air vents are vents are integrated into the style. Instead of packing the still crafted from solid steel and cabin’s central door pillars to interior with as many gadgets and polished to ensure that perfectly direct greater airflow to the rear   buttons as possible, we prefer to smooth swivelling action that is a cabin. In fact, passengers in the Q The Mulsanne’s instruments keep things simple. Advanced delight to behold. For the first back can directly control their echo those from early Bentleys, technologies are discreetly time in any Bentley, bullseye comfort thanks to the Mulsanne’s with their aviation inspired inverted dials. full, four-zone climate control Q Acoustic laminated window system. glazing minimises outside noise Even the Mulsanne’s instrument for a whisper-quiet experience. dials have been crafted with an Q Traditional Bentley styling eye to the great Bentleys of features such as bullseye air vents are included in the yesteryear. Inspired by traditional front and rear alongside an Bentley gauges of the #$+%s, they advanced four-zone climate echo their aviation-style layout control system. with inverted dials. Starting with

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Behind those exquisite veneer activated by voice control. powered through , channels, level, filling the interior with up surfaces, you’ll find up-to-the- Latest generation navigation digital sound processing and full to ++%% watts of rich sound. minute infotainment technology features "D mapping for even iPod™ and MP" compatibility When combined with the Rear that is also incredibly simple clearer route guidance; full including cover artwork display. Seat Entertainment package, to operate. It also stands true postcode entry with voice control It even has a unique hide-lined passengers can enjoy their to Bentley’s design values – is also available. For even greater drawer to hold your iPod™ or favourite movies in full Dolby (.# totally unobtrusive. convenience, rear seat passengers other media devices. surround sound via twin '” high The face of the system is a can now exercise navigation Music enthusiasts looking for resolution screens. hi-resolution, eight inch screen control too. Bluetooth™ the ultimate in-car audio, that’s completely concealed telephone connectivity is however, will opt for our   ® behind a beautifully – veneered seamlessly integrated with the exclusive Naim for Bentley Q The Mulsanne’s infotainment panel when not in use . The heart on-board systems. premium audio system. systems are controlled of the system is a ,%GB hard drive The Mulsanne’s standard audio Recognised by audiophiles as a through an eight-inch housed in the glove box with system comes with #& speakers world-class purveyor of specialist high-resolution screen. +%GB available to store thousands sound systems, this company has Q A Voice Control system can be used to manage many functions of your favourite music files. collaborated with Bentley to such as the in-car telephone. Together, these enable you to create sound systems that are Q A 14-speaker, six-channel audio control a range of integrated like a “mobile concert hall,” as system with digital sound applications that include one journalist described. processing and iPod® navigation, the audio system, iPod Featuring +% channels, allowing connectivity – as standard. ™ or other media connection, plus individual control of the +% Q A n o p t i o n a l 2 2 0 0 W ® telephone and car functions – such custom-made speakers, with world-class, Naim for Bentley premium audio system offers as the rear view camera and tyre eight distinctive DSP modes, 20 channels to drive 20 pressure monitoring. All of the the Mulsanne takes our passion custom-made speakers. main systems can also be for audio excellence to the next

"( Every aspect of the Bentley collision visually or with a mild specified. Hidden in the front are designed to be relaxing Mulsanne is designed to provide application of the brakes. wheel arches, these allow the and reviving in equal measure. supreme driver comfort – even It can also reduce stopping driver to see around corners at The front have #+ at very high speeds. Cruise distances by automatically slow speeds and are invaluable different adjustments, while Control comes as standard to increasing brake-line pressure when emerging from restricted the outer rear seats have eight take the strain on long journeys in emergency situations to sideroads or driveways. Power as standard. All have the option and an optional Adaptive Cruise give the quickest possible latching soft-close doors with an of integrated ventilation and Control system is also available. brake response. advanced keyless entry and massage systems. This uses twin radar sensors in Park Distance Control comes ignition system provide a the front grille to monitor the as standard and ensures that you beautifully refined feel and speed and distance of vehicles can manoeuvre the Mulsanne as perfect close every time, while ahead, then adjusts the speed of simply and safely as possible an electrically powered bootlid the Mulsanne, even down to thanks to six forward and four ensures effortless use and, in stationary, and as a result rearward-facing sensors that wet or wintery conditions, the   delivers effortless progress, project your parking distances ability to open and close Q Adaptive Cruise Control can monitor traffi c ahead and even in demanding stop-start onto the high-resolution the boot without touching govern the Mulsanne’s speed driving conditions. multimedia screen in the cabin. its exterior. – even down to stationary. Adaptive Cruise Control also An optional rear-view camera is With the door closed behind Q Park Distance Control offers an even greater sense also available with advanced you, you will nestle into the with rear-view camera of security as it is linked to the reverse and parallel parking beautiful seats that are made projects guides for parallel and reverse parking situations ESC Premium safety system. settings that provide further exclusively for the Mulsanne on the eight-inch screen. This uses the radar sensors to support when manoeuvring in by Bentley. With five layers Q Power-latching doors and boot scan the road ahead at all times tight spaces. Additional of padding, support and shut effortlessly. and warns of a possible side-view cameras can also be handcrafted leather trim they

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Our aim is to help you find a can accommodate requests to Nine wood veneers are available, range of optional features, tailored look and feel that suits your match a colour that is uniquely ranging from classic Burr Walnut to your individual requirements. personality and taste perfectly. personal to you. through to sporting Piano Black Should you find your The starting point in creating The exterior can also be and Vavona. You can even specify configuration takes you a while to any Bentley is choice – lots of it. personalised through a choice of stunning personal touches with perfect; you can save it and That’s why your Bentley dealer brightware with a chrome radiator marquetry (either contemporary return to it later. Once you are is ready to guide you through surround – an ideal complement to cross-banding or picture-frame satisfied with your choices, or if what is a truly unique event: duo-tone painted cars – as well as inlay), or even stainless steel you seek further inspiration, commissioning your Bentley hand-finished stainless steel lower Bentley wing badges for additional please arrange an appointment Mulsanne. grilles, front wing vents and central visual impact. with your nearest Bentley dealer There are a quite extraordinary door pillars. Personalised door To see more information about to commission your Mulsanne. number of possible combinations treadplates and a retractable Flying the colours and interior trim – over one billion in fact – when it ‘B’ mascot can also be specified. selections visit the Bentley comes to your personal choice of It is inside the Mulsanne that a Mulsanne Configurator which   Q exterior colour, wheels, interior full appreciation of the potential can be found via: http://www. Over 100 paint choices can be selected in four different fi nishes. trim features, veneers, main and level of personalisation can be bentleymotors.com/ This is Q 25 leather hide colours available secondary hide. Our aim is to achieved. With a choice of designed to help visualise and with complementary choices for guide and inspire you through this +( leather hide colour choices, you build your chosen Mulsanne to carpets and seatbelts. world of almost endless choice. also have the option to select from your exact specification. You can Q Nine wood veneers can be Starting with the exterior, you have four different colour splits, use it to view the latest product enhanced with stunning the choice of over #%% exterior incorporating the secondary hide, offerings from Bentley Motors in marquetry and cross-banding. paint colours in a range of solid, steering wheel, carpets, seatbelts exquisite detail, then select from a Q Range of handcrafted bright- ware items include badges, metallic, satin, and pearlescent and door panels. In addition, range of over #%% different exterior chrome radiator surrounds finishes. For individuals who prefer +( colours are available for optional paint colours, +( hide colours, $ and stainless steel grilles. even greater personalisation, we leather piping and cross-stitching. veneer finishes and a diverse

"$ exact diamond shapes with accelerator and brake pedals non-perforated ‘tramlines’ in provide additional grip for between, allowing our confident, spirited driving. seamstresses to produce perfect A unique tread plate plaque stitching and enabling this with the inscription, classically sporting look to be ‘Handcrafted by BENTLEY combined with seat ventilation. MULLINER, ENGLAND’ Further cues from historic completes the specification. flagship Bentleys are reflected in the tactile and exquisite design of interior brightware such as the beautifully knurled Organ Stop air vent controls, Sports Gear Lever and Coined Interior Door Handles. Drawing upon Bentley’s racing Building on Mulsanne’s already performance whilst continuing experience, carefully measured broad range of abilities, we’ve to offer superb refinement and revisions to the driver-selectable developed the Mulliner Driving ride quality. “Sport” mode tunes for Specification. Featuring a With our characteristic suspension and steering result in unique new +#” wheel design attention to detail, a new and improved grip, body roll control and “Flying B” style Mulliner bespoke hide perforation process and steering accuracy with no wing vent, Sports Suspension has been developed to produce loss of refinement. Completing tune and Diamond Quilted the signature Diamond Quilting. the driver experience, interior, it hones both looks and This produces perforations in hand-finished drilled alloy

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&+     Q Unique, sporty yet elegant 21” two-piece wheels that perfectly complement Mulsanne’s character. Available in painted or polished fi nishes and compatible with self-levelling wheel badge. Q New “Flying B” style Mulliner Wing Vents in polished stainless steel with black matrix grilles or optional stainless steel matrix. Q Sports-tuned driver- selectable suspension and steering settings. Q Diamond Quilted Seats and Door Pads with perforated hide, crafted using a bespoke new process to ensure every perforation and every stitch is perfect. Q Knurled Sports Gear Lever with hand cross stitched hide. Q Coined Interior Door handles. Q Knurled Organ Stop air vent controls. Q Drilled Alloy Sports Foot Pedals. Q Unique Mulliner treadplate plaques to both front door sills.

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Hand crafted with frosted glass flutes, displayed beautifully by bright chrome flute holders that and bright chromed, solid metal the white LED accent lighting. deploy from the centre seat parts, the Mulsanne bottle These flutes have been cushion. These also cleverly cooler has storage space for two exclusively designed for the adapt to work as normal cup full-size Champagne bottles in a Bentley Mulsanne by the holders when required. canted position, allowing renowned British designer, As is traditional at Bentley, opened bottles to be placed David Redman of London and the bottle cooler and flute   back in the cooler. echo the racing spoke design of holders can be discreetly Q Frosted glass and bright With one touch of a button, the Mulsanne’s +#” (-spoke concealed when not in use and chrome bottle cooler with three exclusively designed the door slides quietly open to Sports alloy wheel. the elegant design of the cooling hand-blown and hand-cut reveal three hand-blown and When in use, the flutes can be system means that no boot crystal champagne fl utes hand-cut lead crystal champagne placed in the bespoke-design space is compromised.

&( The cabin of the Mulsanne is whisper-quiet, utilising the latest double-glazing and sound-proofing technologies to isolate it from the hectic world. However, should you want to let the outside in, there is the option of a large tilt-opening, tinted glass sunroof in the front cabin. It floods the cabin with light and gives an extra dimension of space, providing additional ventilation whilst avoiding the security risk of open windows. The ultra-slim mechanism, engineered   exclusively for the Mulsanne, Q Large tilt-opening tinted glass has been designed especially to sunroof with ultra-slim bespoke retain the fast, sweeping roof mechanism Q * profile with negligible effect on Colour matched Alcantara blind cabin headroom. To provide welcome shade *Alcantara blind available to match from the sun on the hottest days, #+ different main hide colours a colour-matched* Alcantara blind closes quietly at the touch of a button.

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Q Exterior Colour - Pale Brodgar Q Main Hide – Autumn Q Seat Style - Straight fl utes Q Secondary Hide – Porpoise Q Veneer – Burr Walnut Q 21” Classic Alloy Wheel - Polished

Q Exterior Colour - Tungsten Q Main Hide – Twine Q Seat Style – Diamond Quilted Q Secondary Hide – Anthracite Q Veneer – Burr Walnut Q 21” MDS Alloy Wheel – Polished

&) Engine ...... ,.)( litre twin-turbocharged V' Max Power ...... (%(bhp / "))kW / (#+PS @ &+%%rpm Max Torque ...... #%+%Nm / )(+lb/ft @ #)(%rpm Transmission ...... eight-speed automatic with steering wheel-mounted paddleshift Driveline ...... Rear wheel drive Wheelbase ...... "+,,mm / #%ft 'in Overall Length ...... (()(mm / #'ft "in Width (with mirrors folded) ...... #$+,mm / ,ft &in Width (including mirrors) ...... ++%'mm / )ft "in Overall Height ...... #(+#mm / (ft Fuel Tank ...... $, litres / +#.#+ gallons / +(.", US gallons Wheel Size ...... +%" or optional +#" Boot Volume ...... &&" litres Unladen Weight (Markets Outside North America) ...... +,'( kg / ($#$ lb Unladen Weight (North America) ...... +)##kg / ($), lb Gross Weight (All markets) ...... "+%% kg / )%(( lb

Fuel Consumption (EU Cycle) Urban ...... ##.+ mpg / +(." l/#%%km Extra Urban ...... +&.% mpg / ##.' l/#%%km Combined ...... #,.' mpg / #,.$ l/#%%km

CO2 emissions ...... "$"

Fuel Consumption (EPA Cycle) City Driving (US mpg) ...... ## Highway Driving (US mpg) ...... #' Combined (US mpg) ...... #"

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The model presented in this brochure may be subject to further development and specification can change. Your Bentley dealer will always have the latest information. The name “Bentley” and the “B” in wings are registered trademarks. © 2012 Bentley Motors Limited. Printed in England.