2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur — Full Specifications
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The 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is a coupe powered by a 6L 12-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 17 mpg (UK) / 14 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Bentley Continental Flying Spur workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related listing: see also the 2012 Bentley Continental page for the base Continental listing, which may cover additional engines and body styles.
Compared with the 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 17 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 6L 12-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 102 cu ft (2,888 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 13 cu ft (368 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 17 combined / 13 urban / 23 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 14 combined / 11 city / 19 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 394 g/km |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $5,850 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur, all with the 6L 12-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 14 (11/19) | 394 | $5,850 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 102 cubic feet (about 2,888 litres) and luggage volume at 13 cubic feet (about 368 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Running Costs: 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur at 17 mpg combined, expect roughly 2,139 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $5,850 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign that include the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Electrical system — campaign 15V688000, reported 21 October 2015. Risk: A loose battery cable may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. The most-reported areas are Service brakes (1).
Used-buyer checklist for the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (1 recall campaign) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Brakes (1 owner complaint) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Bentley Continental Flying Spur compare to similar coupes? For context, coupes in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 17 mpg figure is 8 mpg below that average. Its 394 g/km CO₂ figure is 116 g/km higher than the 278 g/km average for coupes on this site. This comparison is based on 1072 coupes in our dataset.
Bentley models in our database average about 19 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur's 17 mpg is 2 mpg below that make average. Its 394 g/km CO₂ figure is 39 g/km higher than the 355 g/km Bentley average.
Of the 4 Bentley Continental Flying Spur model years we cover, the 2012 is the most economical on its best configuration (17 mpg UK combined). See every Bentley Continental Flying Spur year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur have?
It's fitted with a 6L 12-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur?
The most efficient configuration returns around 17 mpg (UK) combined, or 14 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $5,850 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign that include the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur?
Among the 1 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Service brakes (1 complaint). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 102 cubic feet (about 2,888 litres) and luggage volume at 13 cubic feet (about 368 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.
Is the Bentley Continental Flying Spur's fuel economy good for a coupe?
It returns around 17 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the coupes we track.