The 2025 Bentley Continental GT: A Stunning Redesign
We had the opportunity to take a brief track drive of the new fourth-generation 2025 Bentley Continental GT last month. Despite being fully camouflaged, it closely resembled a midcycle refresh. However, it is noteworthy that 68 percent of its components are new, making it the most radical redesign of a Bentley façade in decades. The new headlights showcase a menacing, dual tiger’s-eye look, replacing the traditional four-eyed design.
Lamps as Jewelry
In contrast to the previous model’s smaller outboard marker lamps—which some might interpret as expressive tears—the new GT features squintier ovals, framed by a horizontal design element that enhances the car’s width and focus, reminiscent of a tiger stalking its prey. Three high-tech LED projectors are aligned just below this line, while the insides of each lamp are crafted to resemble crystal or diamonds refracting light. Additionally, the rear lamps adopt a silvery gray appearance when off, transforming into gleaming, faceted rubies when illuminated. Nonetheless, the integration of advanced driver-assistance sensors appears slightly less attractive, resembling shiny bugs on the various grilles.
Resting Beast
The design changes throughout the car maintain a level of classic Bentley elegance, featuring signature rear haunches that evoke the image of a resting tiger. The “endless bonnet” line connects these haunches with the front, showcasing overall upright elegance. Minor revisions further enhance an already stylish body. New exterior colors, such as Gravity Gray and Tourmaline Green, promote visual contrast between light and shadow, making surface details pop. The redesigned decklid succeeds in achieving lift reduction without relying on a moving wing, effectively resolving the previous generation’s awkward cutlines. Moreover, the GTC’s folding cloth top mechanism now features two additional cross bows, yielding a smoother silhouette. Remarkably, one of the 22-inch wheel designs available creates the impression of tiger claws digging into the road as viewed from the passenger side.
Inner Beauty
The cabin of the 2025 Continental GT is adorned with sumptuous diamond quilting, intricate stitching, and perforated designs that fade toward the seat’s bottom. Black chrome options for brightwork give the interior a sportier look. There are numerous color combinations available, with mandarin orange accents being particularly striking. The center infotainment display features a rotating mechanism that offers a “digital detox” mode, presenting either a blank panel or three analog gauges for temperature, compass, and timer. A tiered selection of audio systems is offered, from a standard 650W 10-speaker setup to a 2,200W 18-speaker masterpiece designed by Naim, which includes active bass transducers in the seats. The quality of air in the cabin is consistently monitored, supported by an air ionizer that enhances healthy conditions.
Tech Upgrades
As previously discussed in our initial drive, the Continental GT introduces a completely new electrical architecture to accommodate its 400-volt plug-in hybrid powertrain, solidifying its status as Bentley’s most powerful road-going model. These electronic innovations also pave the way for enhanced features, including advanced smartphone integration and connected-car services, which allow for remote functions like cabin preconditioning and vehicle summoning. Selected smartphone applications can be integrated directly into the in-car app studio, letting services like Spotify function without needing the phone in the vehicle. This capability supports Zoom teleconferencing and select gaming applications while parked. Furthermore, the driver-information display now offers visual representations of adjacent vehicles, enhancing situational awareness.
Orders Taking Now
Orders for the 2025 Bentley Continental GT and GTC Speed are already being accepted, starting at around $300,000, with deliveries expected to commence at the end of the year. While the pricing may seem steep, it carries the distinction of having achieved an “underwater speed record” of 208 mph through the world’s deepest tunnel.
It took considerable time for Bentley to move from a dual-eyed design to the current four-eyed aesthetic. Consequently, a swift transition back to dual headlights seems unlikely in the near future.
