DecodedCars2026 Bentley Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- GT, GT V8, GT V8 Convertible
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 190.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,773–5,148 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 21% below the 2026 subcompact car average of 24 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Bentley Continental is a subcompact car offered with a 4.0L 8-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 191 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,947 lb (GT).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway), 21% worse than the 2026 subcompact car average of 24 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Continental — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Continental →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT | 190.9 in | 77.2 in | 55.5 in | 112.2 in | – | 4,947 lb | 49/51 |
| GT V8 | 190.9 in | 77.2 in | 55.5 in | 112.2 in | – | 4,773 lb | 55/45 |
| GT V8 Convertible | 190.9 in | 77.2 in | 55.5 in | 112.2 in | – | 5,148 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continental GT Plug-in Hybrid | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -21% | $4,350 | 161 |
| Continental GTC Plug-in Hybrid | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -6% | $4,350 | 161 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Bentley Continental.
Similar 2026 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Bentley Continental (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Ferrari F80 | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Aston Martin Valhalla | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Ferrari Roma | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (2)
Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft · May 21, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V330000 · 8 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2026 Continental GT and Continental GTC vehicles. The front axles may have been assembled with an incorrect shorter driveshaft, which can cause the hub securing nut to loosen over time.
- Risk
- A loose hub securing nut can cause vibration and a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front axle driveshaft as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE26/14. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 8, 2026.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Sep 25, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V648000 · 17 vehicles
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Continental GTC, Continental GT, and 2025 Flying Spur vehicles. The bolted joint connection securing the high-pressure fuel pump to the V8 Evo engine may be improperly tightened and cause a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the screw connections and replace the high pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE25/41. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 27, 2025.
Not every 2026 Bentley Continental is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2026 Bentley Continental in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Continental years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 →