DecodedCars2018 Bentley Continental GT Convertible
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 20 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 14 MPG combined, 41% below the 2018 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 2018 Bentley Continental GT Convertible is a subcompact car offered with a 6.0L 12-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 20 highway), 41% worse than the 2018 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 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 2018
- Engine dropped: 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG down from 16 to 14
Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 Continental GT Convertible →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continental GT Convertible | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 20 / 14 | -41% | $5,850 | 627 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Bentley Continental GT Convertible.
Similar 2018 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Bentley Continental GT Convertible (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Aston Martin Rapide | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Bentley Continental GT Convertible.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2018 Bentley Continental GT Convertible is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2018 Bentley Continental GT Convertible in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2018 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 2018 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 |
| 2017 Continental GT Convertible | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 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 →