Bentley Mulsanne

The British automakers have very elegantly designed the interiors in such a way that elevates the driving experience alongwith a supreme comfort and is a perfect amalgamation of modern design and contemporary Bentley heritage. A detailed attention has been given to even the smallest of the parts. The sumptuous hand picked leather upholstery, the wooden waist rail that runs through the entire cabin and the elegant veneers are enough to give an awe-inspiring feel. AN 8 inch HD colorscreen has been provided for navigation and multimedia controls that is camouflaged behind the elegant panel when not in use. The seatbelts and even the buckles are available in the Mulsanne colour-code to match all of the 24 leather upholstery colours. The Bentley's emblem made of stainless steel has been incorporated on the wooden veneer which gives a classic finish to the interiors. The large panoramic roof lets ample of sunlight inside and hence creates a salubrious environment inside the cabin.

Interior Comfort:

Bentley Mulsanne is like a chamber of peace in a hectic globe. Copious of comfort features have been installed inside the car which makes sure that you have the most comfortable ride even on the roughest terrains. A bottle cooler with exuberant detailing and LED illumination has been provided in between the 2 rear seats which also includes 3 handmade champagne flutes. Seat ventilation and massage function has been provided in all the seats which further enhances the passengers' comfort. Classic foldable tables have been provided at the back of front seats which allows you to work on the route and can also be used as a support for meal plates. The LED door casing strips, B-pillar uplighters, roof console waterfall lighting front and rear and foot well lighting enhance the visibility. The front seats can be adjusted in 12 different ways while the rear seats can be adjusted in 8 ways. Besides all these, dedicated phone charging panels have been provided at both front and rear.

Interior Measurements:

With a huge wheelbase, there is enough room for all the passengers to sit comfortably without banging their knees to the front. The headroom provided is sufficient too, both for the front and rear passengers. Bentley Mulsanne appoints an impressive boot space measuring 443 litres which is decent enough.

Stereo and Accessories:

This segment is one of the high points of the car. The cabin of Mulsanne is like a paradise for an audiophile. An advanced 'Naim for Bentley' audio system with 14 powerful speakers has been provided that can be upgraded to 2200 watts audio system with 20 powerful speakers which further enhances the acoustic experience. The Mulsanne Speed's acoustic glazing and sound proofing gives an overwhelming audio experience and adds to the thrill quotient. Concealed behind the beautiful veneer is the heart of the multimedia system- an 8 inch HD colorscreen that provides an interface for navigation and multimedia controls. The most notable feature among all these multimedia functions is the 8 inch colorscreen provided at the back of the front seats which is available with a wireless headphone and a DVD player containing a 60 GB hard drive unit.

The Bentley Mulsanne gives a unique hunch at first sight. It blends perfect proportions with a contemporary, powerful look and a sportingly elegant exterior that appears to come from a single mold. A dark shade has been given to the body, lower bumper apertures, headlamps, rear lights and wing vents including the trademark Bentley matrix grille which adds to the elegance. The bright stainless steel matrix applied to bumper and front wing vents in harmonics with the chromed radiator gives a luxurious appearance to the car. The dignified Bentley mascot fabricated from the virgin stainless steel has been placed on the graceful bonnet. The sophisticated LED headlights have been placed on either sides of the bright stainless steel matrix grille. The front wing and the jewel fuel filler cap in combination with mulliner wing vents add a touch of sophistication.

Exterior Measurements:

The dimensions of new Bentley Mulsanne stand out to be 5575 mm x 1926 mm x 1521 mm.(l x w x h) The wheelbase of the car measures 3266 mm which is quite impressive. This makes provisions for ample of legroom and cabin space inside.

Wheels:

Bentley Mulsanne is available in alloy wheels of size 20 inches and 21 inches. The rims are available in classic alloy, 2 piece 5 spoke alloy and MDS alloy. The tires for 20 inch rims measure 265/45 R20 while that for 21 inch rims measure 265/40 R21.

Mileage is not something that one can be after considering its giant 6.8-litre thirsty engine, however the figures are decent enough. The advanced twin turbocharged engine deployed in Mulsanne can conviniently cover 7.14 km for a litre of fuel.

The advanced engine deployed in Bentley Mulsanne produces a large torque and impressive power from low revs and it also keeps in check the exhaust emissions. The car is appointed with the trademark Bentley 6.8-litre V8 engine that can deliver a maximum power of 512 PS at 4200 rpm alongwith a peak torque of 1020 Nm at 1750 rpm. The engine deployed in the Speed variant impresses even more and can churn out a maximum power of 537 PS at 4200 rpm alongwith a peak torque of 1100 Nm at 1750 rpm.

Power:

The engine appointed in Mulsanne delivers a perfect blend of decent economy and high power. The direct fuel injection technology injects the fuel directly into combustion chamber which provides a superior mixture fuel-air mixture and hence gives enhanced power. The 6.8-litre petrol engine can deliver a maximum power of 512 PS at 4200 rpm alongwith a peak torque of 1020 Nm at 1750 rpm. Move up to the Mulsanne speed and you will get an engine churning out a maximum power of 537 PS at 4200 rpm alongwith a peak torque of 1100 Nm at 1750 rpm.

Acceleration and Pick Up:

Mulsanne possesses racing DNA coming straight from the Bentley's stable. Despite its saloon stature which appeals as a complete chauffeur driven car, you can actually take this car on a racing track and feel the thrill of extraordinary acceleration. The car can attain 0-100 km/hr mark in 5.3 seconds with a top speed of 296 km/hr. The Speed variant offers even better acceleration. It can attain 0-100 km/hr mark in mere 4.9 seconds and can clock a top speed of 305 km/hr.

The advanced 8 speed automatic transmission employed in Mulsanne ensures an effortless driving. Air suspension with regularly variable damping further adds to a more refined ride. The car comes with an advanced system known as the Drive Dynamics Control system allows you to tune the suspension with the steering controls. Drive Dynamics Control comes with 3 standard driving modes: a default Bentley mode, a firmer Sports mode and a softer Comfort mode that gives a well calibrated drive depending on the road conditions. Besides that the car has been embedded with various other stability features like the Anti-Lock Breaking System(ABS) AND Hill Hold Control which enhance the stability of the car and gives an overwhelming driving experience.

Safety and Security:

Bentley never compromises safety and security with power and hi-tech features and they have continued this trend in the new Mulsanne. The car has been embedded with dedicated front and side airbags for driver and passengers. The car has been provided with Hill Start Assist(HSA) which gives a better control on slopes and prevents the car from rolling back. Anti-Lock Braking System has been provided which gives a better adhesion on wet terrains and prevents the car from slipping. Besides that, Cruise control ensures safe driving on highways. The front and rear seatbelts have been embedded with pretensioners. Alongwith that, this feature also enables the driver to find an ideal parking space. The ESC Premium safety system uses the radar sensors to scan the route ahead and alarms the user in case of a possible collision.