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Bentley Continental Base (2009) price & specs
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Overview
The 2009 Bentley Continental Base is a four-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Bentley Continental is regarded as a sports car built in Great Britain with prices starting at $426,128 before on-road costs.
This Bentley Continental is powered by a 6L 12-cylinder engine that has 411 kW of power (at 6100 rpm) and 650 Nm of torque (at 1600 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Bentley claims the Continental Base uses 16.6L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 396g of CO2. It has a 90L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 542km per full tank
The Bentley Continental measures 1398mm (55.0 inches) in height, 4804mm (189.1 inches) in length, 1916mm (75.4 inches) in width with a 2745mm (108.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2495kg (5500.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The Continental Base comes standard with 275/40 R19 front tyres and 275/40 R19 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
164.73 kW/t
55.07 kW/t
240.98 kW/t
Boot Space
235 litres
112 litres
455 litres
Fuel Efficiency
16.6 L/100km
5.3 L/100km
16.6 L/100km
Price
$426,128
$42,460
$426,128
Warranty (Years)
3 years
1 year
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
20,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,804 mm
1,916 mm
1,398 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,804 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,916 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,398 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,400 mm |
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Explore Bentley Continental Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 396
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 84
Engine (cc): 5998
Compression Ratio: 9
Engine Configuration: W
Engine (L): 6
Number of Cylinders: 12
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.2
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 23.8
Main Capacity (L): 90
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 16.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 14
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 11.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 20
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 25.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 9
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 16.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 312
Maximum Speed (mph): 194
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 559
Maximum Power (kW): 411
Maximum Torque (Nm): 650
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6100
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Transmission
Code: 6hp26
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Type: Hydraulic
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Interactive
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Interactive
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 275
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: Pl63
Wheelbase Type: Short
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 235
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Front Track (in): 63.9
Front Track (mm): 1623
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Overall Height (in): 55
Overall Height (mm): 1398
Overall Length (in): 189.1
Overall Length (mm): 4804
Overall Width (in): 75.4
Overall Width (mm): 1916
Rear Track (in): 63.3
Rear Track (mm): 1607
Wheelbase (in): 108.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2745
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.1
Front Headroom (mm): 942
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 979
Front Leg Room (in): 42.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1075
Rear Leg Room (in): 29.3
Rear Leg Room (mm): 743
Front Shoulder Room (in): 61.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1568
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 51.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1318
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Metallic
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Concealed System
Convertible Roof
Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Leather
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2495
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5501
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Memory Steering Wheel Position: yes
Includes Radio Settings: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood & Leather
Doors: Wood & Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood & Leather
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Integrated: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Integrated: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Card Key
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