Bentley Mulliner is in the process of retiring the thunderous W12 engine for the 771-Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain. That goodbye is not going to be a silent one as the British luxury car maker has come up with a limited edition coach-built model to reign the W12 lineup. The final model in that series is going to be the Batur Convertible, which made its maiden appearance at the Monterey Car Week. The car is the third installation in Mulliner’s Coachbuilding series, the previous two being the Bacalar and Batur coupé.
The opulent car is one of the most powerful iterations of the 6.0-liter twin-turbo W12 engine, clocking 740 horsepower, which is just a few horses shy of the new hybrid platform. To all motorheads’ amazement, the first-ever example of the limited edition convertible is here, and it’s stunning. Even though we are not sure if the grand tourer will be produced in limited numbers or simply be a one-off creation, it’s still the most powerful open-top grand tourer in the brand’s history.
Designer: Bentley
Batur Convertible is a rare example of crafty coachbuilding and bespoke inclusions, making the grand tourer an elusive collector’s piece. In every dimension, the vehicle is a striking benchmark of a desirable asset. It comes with a shimmering Opalite exterior done in Beluga gloss racing strips bordered by Mandarin pinstripes. That combination adds character to its already impressive skin. The grille and the wheels done in the matching Beluga and Mandarin accents speak loudly of the hybrid’s unique personality. I’m sure this combination will be an inspiration for aftermarket modifications for performance cars. The redesigned roofline has an airbridge and cantilevered rear haunches. Another badge in honor is its hand-formed aluminium panels and some components that are 3D-printed.
Jump on the inside, and that elusive upmarket appeal grows with every inch. The One plus One layout makes the driver and passenger sections distinct with separate color themes. On the driver’s side, there is the obvious Beluga black leather hide with Mandarin and Linen accents to signify the racing character. Move to the passenger side, and you are cocooned in a muted linen with Mandarin stitching. The headrests on both sides have an embroidered Batur motif in white. There are titanium accents on the gear paddles, steering wheel, and air vents, which highlight the attention to detail in every inch of the grand tourer. This magical influence extends to the black leather luggage area and the matching key cases.
Batur delivers a torque of 1,000 Nm, transferring the power to the all-wheel drivetrain actuated by an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. For more control, Batur has an electronic Limited Slip Differential (eLSD). To take care of the powerful elegance, the vehicle has anti-roll control and torque vectoring.
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