DecodedCars2012 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2012 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- FFV
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 19 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, 35% below the 2012 subcompact car average of 21.7 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 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 / 19 highway), 35% worse than the 2012 subcompact car average of 21.7 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 2012
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2011 Continental Supersports Convertible — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2011; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2011 Continental Supersports Convertible →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continental Supersports Convertible FFV | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -35% | $5,850 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2012 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible.
Similar 2012 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | 15 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Continental Supersports Convertible years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Continental Supersports Convertible | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Continental Supersports Convertible | 13 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Continental Supersports Convertible | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Continental Supersports Convertible | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →