Bentley Mulsanne First Edition makes its debut in Beijing

Bentley has revealed two new cars and a one-off model at the Beijing motor show 2016. The first car showcased is the limited-run Mulsanne First Edition, which makes its world debut, while the second, the new Flying Spur V8 S, has been shown to the Chinese public for the first time. The third car is a one-off Bentayga that has been created to demonstrate the craftsmanship of Bentley’s workforce.

Muslanne First Edition

Sitting at the top of the range, just 50 First Edition Mulsannes will be built, each receiving unique detailing and features and extra standard kit. The trim level can be applied to any of the Mulsanne models, including the Mulsanne Speed and Extended Wheelbase.

On the bonnet of each First Edition Mulsanne is a bespoke engraved 'Flying B' ornament. On the inside, 'First Edition' motifs are placed in the cabin and there’s Union Jack embroidery on the seats. Included as standard on these models, is a Mulliner sterling silver vanity kit, created by Asprey of London and housed within the car’s rear picnic table. The set includes a vanity mirror, hairbrush and comb. Buyers can also have the option of including a champagne cooler.

Flying Spur V8 S

The Flying Spur V8 S made its public debut at the Geneva motor show earlier this year, but this is the first time the Chinese public has seen Bentley’s new 528.22hp sedan.

Powered by a twin-turbo 4.0-litre engine, the V8 S makes 21.29hp more than the regular V8, with torque peaking at 680.62Nm. This enables the luxury sedan to accelerate from 0-100kph in 4.6 seconds and to a top speed of 305.77kph.

Bentayga by Mulliner

Bentley’s bespoke coachbuilding arm Mulliner has created a one-off Bentayga to demonstrate what can be done with handcrafted veneer.

The car features 30 individual pieces made from 10 different veneers, shaped to form a detailed moutainscape picture. Bentley has said that the Beijing Bentayga has been developed to show just how limitless the design possibilities are when Mulliner works on its vehicles.