DecodedCars2012 Bentley Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2012 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Conv AWD Gtc/Gtc V-8, 2dr Coupe AWD GT/GT V-8
- Engines
- 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- FFV
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 189.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,501–5,655 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 14 MPG combined, 45% below the 2012 compact car average of 25.6 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 is a compact 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 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,501 lb (2dr Conv AWD Gtc/Gtc V-8).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 19 highway), 45% worse than the 2012 compact car average of 25.6 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.
What changed for 2012
- New body dimensions, wheelbase +97.7 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
Compared with 2011; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2011 Continental →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Conv AWD Gtc/Gtc V-8 | 189.4 in | 76.4 in | 55.1 in | 108.3 in | 63.8 / 63.4 in | 5,501 lb | |
| 2dr Coupe AWD GT/GT V-8 | 189.4 in | 76.4 in | 55.1 in | 108.3 in | – | 5,655 lb | 52/48 |
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 GT FFV | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -45% | $5,850 | 635 |
| Continental GTC FFV | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 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.
Similar 2012 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Bentley Continental (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2012 Ferrari FF | 13 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | 15 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (1)
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables · Oct 21, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V688000 · 7,778 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Continental GT vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to April 30, 2014, 2012-2015 Continental GTC vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to June 30, 2014, 2012-2013 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured March 31, 2011, to August 30, 2012, and 2014 Flying Spur vehicles manufactured February 28, 2013, to April 28, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a battery cable connection may be loose at the firewall.
- Risk
- A loose battery cable may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable securing nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2015. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE15/15.
Not every 2012 Bentley Continental is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2012 Bentley Continental in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2012 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 2012 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 →