DecodedCarsBentley Continental Flying Spur
8 model years from 2006 to 2013, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2006–2013
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Latest engines
- 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Best MPG
- 12–14 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2007 (2)
The 2013 Continental Flying Spur in brief
The 2013 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is a midsize car offered with a 6.0L 12-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 208 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,567 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (11 city / 19 highway), 45% worse than the 2013 midsize car average of 25.3 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
The Bentley Continental Flying Spur has 8 model years in our data, from 2006 to 2013.
Its most efficient year was 2013 at 14 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 12 to 14 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the air bags (2), electrical system (2), fuel/propulsion system (2).
2009 has the most recalls (2); all years together count 3 campaigns and 4 owner complaints.
How the 2006 Continental Flying Spur compares
The 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is a midsize car offered with a 6.0L 12-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 209 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,456 lb.
2013 Continental Flying Spur pros & cons
Full 2013 details →What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 45% below the 2013 midsize car average of 25.3 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Continental Flying Spur changes by model year
- 2011
- New body dimensions: 0.8 in shorter, wheelbase −12.6 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 8 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | 14 MPG | 208.3 in | 5,567 lb | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | 14 MPG | 208.3 in | 5,567 lb | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | 13 MPG | 208.3 in | 5,567 lb | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | 12 MPG | 209.1 in | 5,456 lb | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | 12 MPG | 209.1 in | 5,456 lb | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | 12 MPG | 209.1 in | 5,456 lb | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | 13 MPG | 209.1 in | 5,456 lb | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
| 2006 | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | 12 MPG | 209.1 in | 5,456 lb | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
Alternatives to the 2013 Continental Flying Spur
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →