DecodedCars2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo, 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 16 combined · 13 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 16 MPG combined, 32% below the 2016 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible is a subcompact car offered with 2 engines (4.0L 8-cyl turbo and 6.0L 12-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (13 city / 23 highway), 32% worse than the 2016 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG, for an estimated $5,150 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Continental GT Convertible — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Continental GT Convertible →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continental GT Convertible | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 23 / 16 | -32% | $5,150 | 542 |
| Continental GT Convertible | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 20 / 15 | -37% | $5,500 | 604 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible.
Similar 2016 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible (this car) | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Aston Martin Rapide | 17 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Bentley Continental GT Convertible. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Continental GT Convertible years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Continental GT Convertible | 19 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Continental GT Convertible | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Continental GT Convertible | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Continental GT Convertible | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Continental GT Convertible | 15 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →