Complete owner’s guide for the Bentley Continental with photo, model introduction, full specifications, 5-year India sales report, variant links, 80 reported issues and 46 replacement parts rendered directly in the HTML body for search engines.
Bentley Continental — a luxury engineered for Indian roads.
The Bentley Continental is a luxury sold in India in the ₹350–850 lakh price range. Available in Petrol, it competes in the luxury segment with feature-rich variants, modern safety equipment, and a strong service network across India.
Ex-showroom price: ₹350–₹850 lakh | Segment: Luxury | Fuel: Petrol | Mileage: 6–9 km/l | Seating: 4 persons.
| Engine | V8/V12 Twin-Turbo |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0–6.75 L |
| Power | 550–740 PS |
| Torque | 900–1100 Nm |
| Transmission | 8AT |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 6–9 km/l |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Top Speed | 310 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.8 s |
| Seating | 4 persons |
| Boot Space | 430 L |
| Fuel Tank | 90 L |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm |
| Length × Width × Height | 5435 mm × 1998 mm × 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3216 mm |
| Tyre Size | 275/40 R21 |
| Airbags | 10 |
| Safety Rating | Not Yet Tested |
| Warranty | 3 yrs / unlimited km |
| Infotainment | Bespoke premium infotainment |
3 variants are listed with fuel type, transmission, airbags, trim level and direct variant-page links.
Units sold in India across the latest 5-year report period. Total 5-year volume is 165, with peak sales of 40 units in 2024 and 2024 sales of 40 units (+8% YoY).
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 25 | 30 | 33 | 37 | 40 |
These sales figures are estimates based on segment averages and brand market share where exact dispatch data is not available.
Some owners notice oil spots under the car after parking overnight, especially in older models. This usually comes from worn seals or gaskets.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹15,000–₹80,000 | Affected Years: 2008-2018 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Oil spots under car, Burning oil smell, Low oil warning.
In heavy traffic, the engine temperature may rise quickly, especially during summer in Indian conditions.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹10,000–₹1,20,000 | Affected Years: 2010-2020 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: High temperature gauge, Coolant warning, Engine shutdown.
Automatic gearbox may feel jerky in slow traffic or during gear changes.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹20,000–₹1,50,000 | Affected Years: 2009-2019 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Jerky gear shifts, Delay in acceleration, Hard shifting.
One side of the car may sit lower than the other due to suspension air leaks.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹50,000–₹3,00,000 | Affected Years: 2007-2017 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Car leaning to one side, Bumpy ride, Suspension warning light.
Due to heavy weight and high performance, brake discs and pads wear faster than usual.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹40,000–₹2,00,000 | Affected Years: All | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Squeaking noise, Vibration while braking, Reduced stopping power.
Drivers feel difficulty turning steering at parking speeds.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹10,000–₹80,000 | Affected Years: 2008-2016 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Hard steering, No smooth turning, Noise while turning.
Large alloy wheels may crack when driven on potholes or rough roads.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹30,000–₹1,50,000 | Affected Years: All | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Air loss in tyres, Visible cracks, Vibration.
Battery may discharge even when car is not used for a few days.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹8,000–₹40,000 | Affected Years: 2010-2020 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Car not starting, Dim lights, Frequent battery replacement.
Touchscreen may hang or respond slowly.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹5,000–₹60,000 | Affected Years: 2015-2022 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Screen freeze, Slow response, System reboot.
Seats may stop moving or adjusting electronically.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹10,000–₹70,000 | Affected Years: 2012-2020 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Seat stuck, No movement, Clicking noise.
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