DecodedCars2011 Bentley Mulsanne
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2011 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan RWD
- Engines
- 6.8L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 11 city / 18 hwy
- Length
- 219.7 in
- Curb weight
- 5,699 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 44% below the 2011 midsize car average of 23.2 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 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is a midsize car offered with a 6.8L 8-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 220 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 129-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,699 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 18 highway), 44% worse than the 2011 midsize car average of 23.2 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan RWD | 219.7 in | 76 in | 59.8 in | 128.7 in | 63.8 / 65 in | 5,699 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mulsanne | 6.8L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 13 | -44% | $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 Mulsanne.
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2011 Bentley Mulsanne buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- 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 Mulsanne. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Mulsanne years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Mulsanne | 12 | 229.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Mulsanne | 12 | 229.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Mulsanne | 14 | 229.5 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 Mulsanne | 14 | 219.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Mulsanne | 14 | 219.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 Mulsanne | 13 | 219.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Mulsanne | 13 | 219.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 Mulsanne | 13 | 219.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 Mulsanne | 13 | 219.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bentley. How we calculate this →