BENTLEY’S UPCOMING replacement for the Arnage has been spotted undergoing testing recently, giving us our first proper look at the proportions of the all-new stately sedan.
Every panel bar the roof is covered by a thick layer of plastic cladding, so the sheetmetal of the new “Grand Bentley” is almost entirely obscured.
What we can discern, however, is that this is a noticeably larger car than the Arnage, with the photographer that took these images claiming it’s roughly 30cm longer than the Arnage.
We’re also afforded a peek at the new Bentley’s somewhat controversial headlamps, which are comprised of two circular lenses either side of the marque’s trademark mesh grille in an unusual - but certainly distinctive - layout.
Specific details about the car’s powertrain have yet to surface, however it has been confirmed that the venerable 6.75 litre V8 of the current Arnage will be put into retirement and an entirely new powerplant used in the upcoming Bentley.
The British car maker says that the new engine will be flex-fuel capable and much more efficient than the old 6.75 litre, while current speculation says a cylinder deactivation system will also be employed. Outputs in excess of 410kW and 1000Nm are also rumoured.
