DecodedCars2017 Bentley Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Conv AWD Gtc/Gtc V-8/Gtc Speed/Gtc V-8s, 2dr Coupe AWD GT/GT V-8/GT Speed/GT V-8s
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo, 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- 189.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,115–5,501 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 18 MPG combined, 33% below the 2017 compact car average of 26.9 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 2017 Bentley Continental is a compact car offered with 2 engines (4.0L 8-cyl turbo and 6.0L 12-cyl turbo) 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/Gtc Speed/Gtc V-8s).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 25 highway), 33% worse than the 2017 compact car average of 26.9 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 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 2017
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 Continental — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 Continental →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Conv AWD Gtc/Gtc V-8/Gtc Speed/Gtc V-8s | 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/GT Speed/GT V-8s | 189.4 in | 76.4 in | 55.1 in | 108.3 in | – | 5,115 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 | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 25 / 18 | -33% | $4,550 | 475 |
| Continental GT | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 21 / 15 | -44% | $5,500 | 580 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Bentley Continental.
Similar 2017 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Bentley Continental (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2017 Bentley Continental Supersports | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Aston Martin Rapide | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, And Connections · Dec 4, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V863000 · 229 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Continental Supersports vehicles. The Power Assisted Steering (PAS) cooler pipe may be the incorrect size, allowing the cooler hose to detach and leak power steering fluid.
- Risk
- A power steering fluid leak may cause a loss of vehicle control, or a hazard to following traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Bentley will notify the owners, and dealers will replace the PAS cooler pipe, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE19/27.
Not every 2017 Bentley Continental is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2017 Bentley Continental in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2017 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 2017 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 |
| 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 |
| 2012 Continental | 14 | 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 →