2022 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible Breaks Cover With 650 HP

After the new Bentley Continental GT Speed broke cover last month, it was only a matter of time before the Continental GT Convertible was given the Speed treatment. Just in time for the spring, Bentley has unveiled the new 2022 Continental GT Speed Convertible, which the luxury automaker describes as the "most powerful, driver-focused interpretation" of the convertible grand tourer. Like the coupe version, the new Continental GT Convertible Speed is powered by Bentley's 6.0-liter W12 engine uprated from 626 hp to produce 650 horsepower. Torque remains the same at 664 lb-ft.

Thanks to this power boost, the Continental GT Convertible will complete the 0-60 mph sprint in 3.6 seconds, which is 0.1 seconds faster than the regular Continental GT Convertible and 0.1 seconds slower than the fixed-roof Continental GT Speed. Top speed is capped at 208 mph.

When you want to enjoy some open-air driving thrills, the roof can be lowered or raised in 19 seconds at speeds of up to 30 mph. Bentley claims improvements to the roof's sound insulation have made the cabin three decibels quieter than its predecessor. It's even quieter than the old Continental GT Coupe.

As well as offering more power than the standard Continental GT Convertible, the Speed variant offers improved handling thanks to numerous chassis upgrades. In Comfort mode, the grip is balanced between the front and rear wheels, while Sport mode sends more torque to the rear and offers faster shifting times for a more engaging driving experience. An updated all-wheel steering system and a new electronic rear differential also improve the car's agility and stability. Carbon-ceramic brakes have also been added to the options list for improved stopping power.