TEASED! Bentley Lets Us Hear It's All-New V8 For The FIRST Time

Rumors hit the internet months ago that Bentley would be introducing a new motor to its lineup. Currently there are two motors from the famed coachbuilder -- a twin-turbo W12 powerplant in the Continental GT and the 6.75-liter V8 in the Mulsanne.

Recently it was confirmed that Bentley would be using the same engine found in the new S6 and S7 -- and possibly the dual-clutch transmission -- in an upcoming 4.0-liter V8 Continental GT that makes give or take 415 horsepower. If you adore power, don't fret because Bentley will also offer up a twin-turbo version of this V8, which will produce upwards of 550 ponies.

Make sure to watch the clips down below to get an idea of what this new Bentley will sound like.

Some have already commented saying that it boasts and AMG-like soundtrack akin to the SLS, which is a decent call. However, I am hearing more of that infamous Audi 4.2-liter in that note. Just me though.

Weigh in down below!

chewy - 12/6/2011 2:38:37 AM

+1 Boost

Sounds very nice in the second video, this should be the performance oriented Continental with respectable mpg as well.

I95SPEEDINGTICKETS - 12/6/2011 6:24:12 AM

+1 Boost

EFFORTLESSNESS !!!!

As long as the new V8 is able to exude the same level of effortless acceleration as the W12, the buyers will not mind.