Bentley Brings 3 New Models to Moscow Motor Show

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has three new models at the Moscow Motor Show, although none of them are technically new for the entire world. Bentley is showing the Continental GT SpeedBentley Continental GT SpeedUnited Kingdom, 2012 > present20 photos
, which debuted at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, Mulsanne Executive InteriorBentley Mulsanne MullinerUnited Kingdom, 2012 > present9 photos
model and is debuting the Continental GT V8Bentley Continental GT V8United Kingdom, 2012 > present22 photos
to the Russian market. 

The Continental GT Speed is Bentley's new performance flagship. It is capable of a 205mph top speed and acceleration to 60mph in 4.0 seconds. It uses a 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged W12 engine that produces 616hp and 800Nm of torque with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It comes standard with the more luxurious Mulliner Driving Specification.

The Mulsanne Executive Interior edition comes in two models: Theatre and iPad. The iPad edition has two iPads with wireless keyboards embedded into the rear of the seats. The Theatre edition replaces the iPads with screens that can plays DVDs, television or music. Buyers can either opt for two 8in screens, one in each headrest, or a central 15.6in screen. Buyers can also opt for an Apple computer in the trunk linked to the screens to do business. 

Finally, Bentley is showing the new Continental GT V8 to Russia for the first time. It uses a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 with 500hp and 660Nm of torque. The Continental GT accelerates to 60mph in 4.6 seconds or 100km/h in 4.8 seconds. It has a top speed of 188mph. It is available as either a coupe of GTC convertibleBentley Continental GTC V8United Kingdom, 2012 > present20 photos
. 

"In 2011, our sales in Russia increased by 45%, making Bentley the best-selling luxury car brand, and the recent establishment of a new, exclusive sales company, Bentley Russia, is a reflection of our commitment to strengthening and expanding our presence in the market, attracting new customers and enhancing the brand experience for existing Bentley owners across the region," said Bentley CEO Wolfgang Dürheimer.