DecodedCars2011 Bentley Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2011 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- GT 2dr Coupe AWD, Gtc/Speed 2dr Conv AWD
- Engines
- 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- FFV
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 11 city / 18 hwy
- Length
- 189–189.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,115–5,655 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 41% below the 2011 subcompact car average of 22.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2011 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2011 Bentley Continental is a subcompact car offered with a 6.0L 12-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 189 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 11-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,115 lb (GT 2dr Coupe AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 18 highway), 41% worse than the 2011 subcompact car average of 22.2 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2011
- New body dimensions, wheelbase −97.7 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
Compared with 2010; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2010 Continental →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT 2dr Coupe AWD | 189.4 in | 76.4 in | 55.1 in | 10.6 in | – | 5,115 lb | 52/48 |
| Gtc/Speed 2dr Conv AWD | 189 in | 76 in | 55.1 in | 108.3 in | 63.8 / 63.4 in | 5,655 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continental GTC FFV | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 13 | -41% | $6,300 | 684 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2011 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2011 Bentley Continental.
Similar 2011 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Bentley Continental (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2011 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | 12 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor · Oct 17, 2013
NHTSA campaign 13V484000 · 469 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur vehicles, manufactured from July 2006 through June 2010 and equipped with carbon ceramic brake discs. In the affected vehicles, the stainless steel screws that secure the brake rotors may fail after being exposed to salty conditions.
- Risk
- Failure of the securing screws may result in a reduction of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the screws, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2013. Owners may contact Bentley at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this campaign is RE13/14.
Not every 2011 Bentley Continental is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2011 Bentley Continental in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2011 Bentley Continental buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2011 Bentley Continental. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Continental years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Continental | 19 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 Continental | 19 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Continental | 17 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Continental | 18 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 Continental | 19 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 Continental | 19 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 3 |
| 2020 Continental | 19 | – | Not rated | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 Continental | 18 | 189.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →