DecodedCars2025 Bentley Flying Spur
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan AWD, V8 4dr Sedan AWD
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 209.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,137–5,452 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
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, 37% below the 2025 midsize car average of 30 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 2025 Bentley Flying Spur is a midsize car offered with a 4.0L 8-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 209 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 126-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,452 lb (4dr Sedan AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway), 37% worse than the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 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 2025
- Engines dropped: 2.9L 6-cyl turbo and 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Flying Spur →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan AWD | 209.4 in | 78 in | 58.3 in | 125.6 in | – | 5,452 lb | 54/46 |
| V8 4dr Sedan AWD | 209.4 in | 78 in | 58.3 in | 125.6 in | – | 5,137 lb | 54/46 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Spur Plug-in Hybrid | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -37% | $4,350 | 161 |
| Flying Spur Speed Plug-in Hybrid | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -37% | $4,350 | 161 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur.
Similar 2025 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Bentley Flying Spur (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2025 Rolls-Royce Spectre | 277 mi | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
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 2025 Bentley Flying Spur is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2025 Bentley Flying Spur buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Flying Spur years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Flying Spur | 19 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Flying Spur | 19 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Flying Spur | 19 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Flying Spur | 19 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 Flying Spur | 17 | 209.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 Flying Spur | 15 | – | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
| 2018 Flying Spur | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Flying Spur | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Flying Spur | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Flying Spur | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Flying Spur | 14 | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →