Goodwood Festival of Speed

Fresh from learning of its record-breaking run at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed, we got a chance to drive the Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance (GTP) sedan near the EV automaker’s base in Northern California’s Silicon Valley. Positioned just below Lucid’s sold-out 1,111 hp Air Dream Edition, the Air GTP is powered by two electric motors that make a combined 1,050 hp and 921 ft lbs of torque. That output allows the all-electric four-door to sprint from zero to 60 mph in 2.6 seconds and reach the quarter-mile metric in 10.1 seconds.

While those numbers are shy of the Tesla Model S Plaid’s official specs of zero to 60 mph in 1.99 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 9.23 seconds, the Air GTP achieves an EPA-estimated range of 446 miles on a single charge. That’s a mark in the win column over Plaid’s 396-mile range. And this after Tesla announced last month it was pulling the plug on its Plaid+ model, which would have purportedly offered a range of 520 miles. But Lucid offers the latter range now in its 816 hp Air Grand Touring model.

The 816 hp Air Grand Touring and 1,050 hp Air Grand Touring Performance from Lucid. 

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On a recent sunny day, we put the GTP’s launch control to the test with the help of racing driver Ben Collins—best known as “the Stig” on the erstwhile BBC series Top Gear. Collins, who first saw the Air on display in New York, was so impressed that he asked Lucid execs if he could help fly the proverbial company flag. Later, at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, Collins was piloting the Air GTP when it became the fastest production car to race up the 1.16-mile hill climb with a time of 50.79 seconds.
“The power off the line was fairly unimaginable, unless you’ve played contact sports and can relate to impact,” Collins later wrote. “Handling-wise the brute proved to be sophisticated and agile.”

Back in California, it was one foot on the brake and one foot on the accelerator, simultaneously, with Collins coaching from the passenger seat. This move activates launch control, which cues a little bear icon (a nod to Lucid’s California roots) on the driver’s display. A quick release of the brake thrusts our GTP forward with face-scrunching, stomach-tickling velocity. Only a few shallow breaths—and one expletive—later, it’s time to hammer on the brakes, where the Air GTP slides to a stop in an impressive distance, considering its 5,250-pound curb weight. The acceleration test is over in a flash, but the feeling of one’s heart being firmly lodged in one’s mouth lingers for the rest of the morning.

Lucid’s all-electric Air Grand Touring Performance sedan on its way to becoming the fastest production car at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed. 

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On the road drive that follows, we experience some of the Bay Area’s iconic arteries to the coast. We keep a fast pace around the serpentine stretches, with the Air’s adaptive suspension handling the shifting loads with grace. The car is exceptionally quiet, and even with its larger, 21-inch wheels, there is very little noise from either the road or tires. As with all Lucid Air model versions, the GTP has three drive modes, which adjust steering, braking and suspension response. Each mode also offers two levels of regenerative braking, although “high” is not as aggressive as some other models from competitors, such as the Polestar 2. We’d like to see Lucid add a third level of regen and the ability to switch quickly between them via paddle shifters, which Mercedes-Benz presents on its EQS and EQE models.
For the most part, the Air GTP shares the same design cues as other Air variants, save for the bigger wheels with a unique, chunky five-spoke design. The interior materials are beautiful and elegant, with a focus on natural fibers and woods in palettes that reflect various locales in California. A wide, digital display stretches out in front of the driver, while a dual-screen setup in the central stack includes a smaller screen above and a larger tablet set down near the center console.

Racer Ben Collins sits behind the wheel of the Air Grand Touring Performance. 

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While some new brands have opted to go all-digital with their controls, the Air offers manual buttons and knobs for certain functions such as climate control and seat adjustments, including air vents that you can actually move by hand. (Do you hear us, Rivian?). For the sake of consistency, we’d also like to see hard controls for mirror and steering-wheel adjustments.
Lucid has done a good job with the user interface, keeping most functions from being buried too far into endless menus, although the position of the lower tablet makes keeping eyes on the road difficult. And at some times of day, the bright trim around the display can give off substantial glare due to the car’s glass roof. The latter, although an impressive feat of design and engineering, can also make the cabin uncomfortably hot, causing the air conditioning to work overtime, which reduces range. The entry model, called Air Pure, is available with a metal roof, but we think this option should be available across the range.

A wide, digital display stretches out in front of the driver, while a dual-screen setup in the central stack includes a smaller screen above and a larger tablet near the center console. 

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Beyond their looks and the specs, cars from Lucid are also defined by in-house-developed innovations, from smaller and lighter drive units to more efficient battery packaging and cooling systems. Every Lucid retail space—lounge-like boutiques created with heavy input from Lucid’s design team—prominently displays examples of its motors, batteries, chassis and charging technology, along with those of some top competitors.
At the Lucid headquarters in Newark, Calif., Lucid chief engineer Eric Bach took us around each of these elements, particularly proud of the internal rotor differential integrated into the electric motor. By comparison, the less powerful drive unit on display, one used by two mass market competitors, looks gargantuan and subpar. In fact, Bach jokingly refers to it as the “Tower of No Power.” Smaller components, like those used in the Lucid, he says, not only reduce weight and increase range, but use fewer raw materials, which means less burden on the supply chain, from mining to delivery. When it comes to energy replenishment, Bach says that using the combo connector at DC fast charging stations will enable the Lucid Air to gain 200 miles of charge in 12 minutes and 415 miles in 37 minutes.

The interior presents a focus on natural fibers and woods in palettes that reflect various locales in California. 

James Lipman, courtesy of Lucid Group, Inc.

In addition to the Air’s competitive technology, material quality and packaging, there seems to be little risk of the company’s even-tempered CEO (and former Tesla engineer) Peter Rawlinson flitting from one business interest to the next, or imploding markets with impetuous tweets. This, in theory, makes Lucid an attractive bet for consumers and investors alike.
Yet the marque isn’t immune from growing pains, as supply chain issues continue to beleaguer the industry and waiting times for some existing Air orders have increased beyond the two-to-five-month window, according to some customers. Lucid’s Gravity SUV, first teased in 2020 and earlier promised for 2023, has also been pushed back at least another year. If Lucid can step up its production and deliveries, and start turning out body styles beyond its flagship sedan, it could be a force to be reckoned with.

Lucid’s Air Grand Touring Performance makes 921 ft lbs of torque and can cover zero to 60 mph in 2.6 seconds. 

James Lipman, courtesy of Lucid Group, Inc.

In the meantime, Lucid will continue to roll out new variants of the Air, including an exterior design package we previewed that will debut next month during Monterey Car Week. Also look for more appearances from Collins, who will no doubt be looking to set more records in his favorite EV.

The Goodwood Festival of Speed, one of the world’s biggest automotive gatherings—think all of Monterey Car Week in a single place—triumphantly returned to the south of England this past weekend, packed with plenty of supercars and heart-racing spectacles. Set on the vast estate of the Duke of Richmond (who also hosts the retro-themed Goodwood Revival), the centerpiece of the event is a 1.6-mile hill climb, where race cars and production cars compete to set the fastest lap. Here are some of this year’s highlights from the festivities.

Porsche Showcases the 963 LMDh
Porsche has a celebrated history in endurance racing and looks to add to its legacy with its newest race car, the Le Mans Daytona hybrid (LMDh) prototype. Set to compete for Porsche Penske Motorsport in the 2023 race season, the 963 LMDh will run in the FIA World Endurance Championship—including the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans—and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

Porsche’s new 963 LMDh race car is set to compete for Porsche Penske Motorsport in 2023. 

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With a combination of spec and custom elements, the LMDh class creates a single set of specifications across racing series, making it more affordable and more efficient for manufacturers to run. Spec elements include the chassis, battery, electric motor and gearbox, while each team is free to develop its own internal combustion engine and aerodynamics. The Porsche 963 uses a 4.6-liter biturbo V-8 mill based on the power plant from the 918 Spyder. And although Porsche hasn’t yet confirmed performance specs, the LMDh class is restricted to a maximum output of 640 hp. Other manufacturers who plan to compete in LMDh include Acura, BMW and Cadillac.
Lucid Air Sets Fastest Production-Car Lap Record
Pro driver Ben Collins—AKA the Stig from Top Gear—drove the 1,050 hp Lucid Air electric sedan to victory over the weekend with a record time for a production car of 50.79 seconds. The automaker claims that its Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance variant, driven by Collins, was completely stock, even down to the low-rolling-resistance tires. Lucid has come a long way since we first saw a prototype back in 2017, thanks to its level-headed CEO (and former Tesla engineer) Peter Rawlinson pushing to deliver a product with superior range, efficient packaging and quality that matches high-level luxury brands.

Lucid’s 1,111 hp Air Dream Edition. 

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Design director Derek Jenkins and team have done an admirable job creating a sleek, elegant aesthetic with materials and finishes that are sustainable as well as beautiful. Also on display at Goodwood was the company’s Dream Edition Performance model with 1,111 hp and an (unofficial) estimated range of about 560 miles. We’re eager for Lucid to drop its next model, the seven-seat Gravity SUV, which is slated for next year.

BMW M Division Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary 
BMW celebrated five decades of its M performance division as the featured marque at this year’s Festival of Speed, and brought an extensive field that included both classic cars and its newest models. Making its world debut was the BMW M3 Touring, a 510 hp wagon that, sadly, will not be sold stateside. It will, however, be used by MotoGP as its official safety car, which also premiered at Goodwood. Also on display (sort of) was BMW’s entry into the LMDh racing class, appearing in camouflage high above the ground as part of Goodwood’s dramatic central sculpture, which featured iconic cars from M division’s half-century of existence.

BMW’s M3 Touring MotoGP Safety Car made its world premiere. 

Philipp Blanz, courtesy of BMW.

Earlier this month, BMW released renderings of its LMDh car, which is powered by its own V-8 engine, but we’ve yet to see it close-up in the metal. “We put the car up at the very top of the sculpture so Porsche couldn’t see what we’re doing,” BMW M CEO Franciscus Van Meel quipped. “But I can tell you, the design will include BMW’s famous Hofmeister kink.”

Goodwood’s dramatic central sculpture featured iconic cars from BMW M division’s half-century of existence. 

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Lamborghini Shows Off Its Aventador Ultimae and Huracán Tecnica
Lamborghini says arrivederci to its flagship Aventador with a final special edition before the brand moves to hybrid power trains in 2023. The 780 hp Ultimae coupe is limited to 350 examples and is powered by Lambo’s much-loved (but soon antiquated) naturally aspirated V-12 engine.

Lamborghini’s 780 hp Aventador Ultimae. 

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As the Raging Bull bid farewell to its past, it also showed off its immediate future with the Huracán Tecnica. The latter is a tech-centric, rear-wheel-drive variant in the Huracán line with 631 hp. This is rumored to be Lamborghini’s last (or second to last, depending on the source) V10-powered Huracán, which is sure to inspire collectors to get them while they can.

Lamborghini’s 631 hp Huracán Tecnica makes a festival appearance. 

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Polestar Presents the New 5 Super Sedan
It was a big week for Polestar, the future-forward Volvo spinoff, with an IPO on the NASDAQ stock exchange that saw a nearly 16 percent jump in its first day of trading. Meanwhile, at Goodwood, Polestar was presenting a prototype version of its 884 hp super sedan wearing grey camouflage and a fat set of tires that screeched up the hill in impressive time.

A prototype of the 884 hp Polestar 5 prepares to make a run up the hill. 

David Shepherd, courtesy of Polestar.

Max Missoni, Polestar’s head of design, tells us that the prototype we saw is not the Polestar 5’s final look, but assures us it will be “very close” to the Polestar Precept, the concept car unveiled in 2020 that set the tone for the brand’s future design language. (The Precept was also named Best Interior Design by Robb Report that year.) Also on display was the head-turning O2 concept, a 2+2 roadster unveiled earlier this year, which rides on the Precept’s platform and comes with a built-in drone that follows and records driving for the ultimate social media reels. The production version of the Polestar 5 is set for 2024.

McMurtry Automotive has its eye on more than just speed records.

The British startup told Autocar it’s going to build a street-legal version of its Goodwood-conquering electric fan car, the Spéirling. Some compromises will have to be made, but the plan is to build a vehicle that you’ll be able to drive from home right out onto the track without missing a beat.

One year after making its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, McMurtry’s EV showed just what it’s capable of at this year’s edition of the legendary hill climb. During the Sunday Shootout, former Formula 1 driver Max Chilton was able to pilot the battery-powered speed machine around the twisting 1.16-mile course in just 39.08 seconds. That time comfortably beat the previous official and unofficial marks of 41.6 seconds (set by a McLaren MP4/13 F1 in 1999) and 39.9 seconds (by a Volkswagen ID.R in 2019).

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The Spéirling, which looks like a mini-Batmobile, was designed specifically to go fast. It’s only 10.5 feet long and weighs just 2,205 pounds thanks to copious amounts of carbon fiber. It’s equipped with a dual-motor powertrain (one on each rear wheel) connected to a U-shaped 60.0-kWh battery, according to Car and Driver. McMurtry hasn’t revealed how powerful the setup is, but the magazine reports it can generate around 1,000 horses. The real difference-maker, though, is a set of two turbines located behind the bubble cockpit that suck the air from beneath the car and shoot it out the rear. The pair of fans can produce up to 4,000 pounds of downforce, keeping the car close to the ground as it rockets forward. They also produce—as can be heard in video of the record-breaking run—a whole lot of noise.
Some changes will be needed before the vehicle is ready for a grocery run, though. McMurtry told Autocar that both versions will have the same powertrain, but that its aerodynamics will have to be reduced. It will also need to be outfitted with headlights and windshield wipers, two elements that will come in handy away from the track.

The McMurtry Automotive Spéirling at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed 

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“It will never be the most comfortable over speed bumps, but that’s not really the point,” Thomas Yates, McMurtry’s managing director, told the publication. “The point is you have this unbelievable, loud, exciting, electric, really compact car that you know will be the fastest at any track day you attend.”
McMurtry is only in the early stages of homologation so it’s unclear right now when the Spéirling road car will arrive. The company did tell Autocar that only a handful will be built and that it will cost into the “seven figures.” If that’s not a dealbreaker, you can register your interest now through the company’s website.

One continuation model wasn’t enough for Bentley.

The British marque announced at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed that it’s building a dozen new, period-appropriate examples of one of its most iconic race cars, the Speed Six. The exclusive pre-war continuation model is the automaker’s second in a matter of years, following in the tracks of the Blower, which was temporarily resuscitated it in 2019.

The Speed Six dates back to the first decade of Bentley’s existence. It’s sporting version of the 6 ½ Liter and was briefly in production between 1928 and 1930. Although not as well known (or as fast) as the Blower, it actually achieved more success on the race track. Its finest moments came at Le Mans, which it won in 1929 and 1930, with the “Bentley Boys”—Woolf Barnato, Sir Henry “Tim” Birkin and Glen Kidston—at the wheel.

The two Bentley Speed Sixes the new Continuation Series models will be based on 

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As with the Blower continuation, production of the reborn Speed Six will be handled by the heritage experts at Bentley Mulliner. The division’s staff will utilize 3-D CAD models based on two of the original cars, including one of the Le Mans racers, “Old Number 3,” to build the completely faithful recreations. Every element of the vehicle will be period-appropriate, including the engine—a 6.5-liter straight six capable of spitting out up to 197 hp that will let you hit a top speed of 125 mph. Be warned, though: None of the conveniences we now take for granted on modern vehicles are present. So without power steering, traction control and even anti-lock brakes, the car could be a beast to control. But just think of the satisfaction you’ll get from just finishing a successful lap.
“The Speed Six is one of the most important Bentleys in our 103-year history, and the 12 cars of the Continuation Series will embody the same values as W.O. Bentley’s originals, crafted by hand with the same meticulous attention both to engineering quality and to fanatical attention to detail,” Adrian Hallmark, the marque’s chairman and chief executive, said in a statement. “The lucky owners will be able to race their cars around the world, and truly relive the exploits of the original Bentley Boys.”

Inside the Bentley Speed Six 

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Bentley has announced that each Speed Six Continuation Series will cost $1.9 million. Even if that price tag doesn’t strike you as too steep, you’re out of luck if you haven’t already reserved one. The automaker said that the entire production run has already sold out.

Fortunately, there’s always the very robust auto auction market. With collectors spending more money than ever before, we wouldn’t be too shocked if one ended up on there at some point.
Check out more photos of the Speed Six below.

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The heady aroma of unburned hydrocarbons and charred rubber is in the air. Which can mean only one thing; it’s Britain’s annual summer automotive extravaganza that’s the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Kicking off its four-day run tomorrow at the 11th Duke of Richmond’s grand country estate, which lies 70 miles south of London, the four-day festival is promising to be bigger, better, faster and noisier than ever.

Headlining this year’s event is BMW, which is marking the 50th anniversary of its M performance division with a dramatic M-themed artistic sculpture—so far still under wraps—prominently displayed outside Goodwood House. Naturally, there’ll be a multitude of M-cars in action on Goodwood’s fearsome 1.17-mile hill-climb course. Star billing will go to the new BMW M4 CSL, making its public debut. Only the third model to wear the fabled CSL moniker, this lightweight, track-focused coupe packs a 543 hp punch from its 3.0-liter, turbocharged inline-six engine.

Headlining this year’s event is BMW, which is marking the 50th anniversary of its M performance division. 

Jayson Fong, courtesy of the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Alas, the CSL will likely pale into mild insignificance when Mercedes-Benz unleashes its long-awaited Mercedes-AMG One hypercar on the Goodwood hill. Powered by a Formula 1–derived 1.6-liter V-6, juiced by a quartet of electric motors, the One can summon an impressive 1,048 hp. So far unseen by the general public, it will make various runs up the hill that will no doubt be one of the must-watch spectacles of the weekend.
Well, that, and Texas-based John Hennessey’s Venom F5 projectile that’s also making its Goodwood premiere. Delivering 1,817 hp from its thundering 6.6-liter, twin-turbo V-8 (aptly named “Fury”), the Hennessey hypercar has just clocked 271.6 mph in its countdown to eventually going for the 300 mph mark.

Hennessey’s 1,817 hp Venom F5. 

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Porsche will also be doing its very best to dominate the Goodwood festivities with a slew of motorsport-focused entries. All eyes will be on the brand-new Porsche LMDh Le Mans racer, also making its official public reveal. This is the hybrid racer that will challenge the World Endurance Championship next year—a series that includes Le Mans, Daytona and Sebring—in the hands of the new Porsche Penske Motorsport team. The LMDh will run at Goodwood together with Porsche’s other new racing project, the all-electric 718 GT4 ePerformance race car.
There are also a few scurrilous rumors that Porsche will use the festival to pull the wraps off its breathlessly awaited 2023 911 GT3 RS. Thinly disguised prototypes, which have been seen lapping Germany’s Nürburgring track, show the aero-focused car’s huge, free-standing rear wing, air-gulping front-hood intakes and fender vents. All will—or maybe won’t— be revealed this weekend.

Driving on the edge at a past edition of the Goodwood Festival of Speed. 

Nick Dungan, courtesy of the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

And rest assured, the folks at Ferrari won’t be standing idly by letting the opposition dominate the spotlight. As part of its ongoing 75th anniversary celebrations, the marque will be running its latest mid-engined bella macchina, the new Ferrari 296 GTB, in the hill-climb challenge, along with the mighty 812 Competizione and Daytona SP3. There will also be a multitude of other historic Prancing Horses.
On hand to pilot some of those classic Ferraris will be a slew of famous names. Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason will be at the wheel of his near-priceless 1953 250 MM; Aussie design-legend Marc Newson will be wrangling his 1953 Ferrari 857 S and Le Mans–legend Derek Bell will be driving a 1972 365 GTB/4 Daytona. Other supercar newbies in action this weekend include the likes of the new Czinger 21C hybrid hypercar, built in Los Angeles and famous for its 3-D-printed tech; designer Gordon Murray’s T.50; the new Radford Lotus Type 62/2; and the 2,000 hp, all-electric Rimac Nevera.

Built in Southern California, Czinger’s 21C hypercar is famous for its 3-D-printed composition. 

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This year’s festival will again place focus on the latest and greatest in electric mobility with its Electric Avenue: The Road to 2030 display. It means plenty of innovative EVs will be present, like the Lucid Air, Fisker Ocean, three-wheeled ElectraMeccanica Solo, Genesis GV70 E and Polestar’s new luminary—many of which will be available for festival-goers to drive.
But the car that’s sure to grab every EV headline will, without doubt, be the truly bonkers McMurtry Spéirling single-seater. Looking like a cross between the Batmobile and a vacuum cleaner, this astonishing piece of British engineering claims a zero-to-60 mph time of less than 1.5 seconds. Word is that it will shatter the previous hill-climb record set by the Volkswagen I.D.R. What might make all the difference is the McMurtry’s twin fans that suck air from under the car to provide more downforce at 150 mph than that generated by a Formula 1 car.

The McMurtry Spéirling claims a zero-to-60 mph time of less than 1.5 seconds. 

Jayson Fong, courtesy of the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

And there’s more. A lot more. A huge collection of Group B rally cars, historic racers, superbikes, current Formula 1 examples and lots of prewar classics. Plus, there will be a Bonhams auction and Red Arrows aerobatic display. The action gets in gear Thursday and ends with the must-see Supercar Shootout on Sunday afternoon.

The new Bentley Flying Spur S is meant for drivers—not for those who like to be driven.

The British luxury marque unveiled a new performance-focused variant of its elegant sedan on Monday. The brand’s latest S model gives the four-door a sporty makeover and sees it equipped with a number of upgrades that make it the most driver-centric version yet.

Bentley’s saloon is about as stately as cars come. The new Flying Spur S looks athletic and fast, though. The biggest difference between it and the rest of the range is the absence of chrome. Almost everything that used to shine on the sedan is now covered in gloss black, including the grille and window trim, while the lighting in the front and back been given a dark tint. There are also two new wheel styles to choose from: a 21-inch tri-spoke rim in gloss black or a 22-inch rim with five Y-shaped spokes in gloss black or Pale Brodgar Satin. All that combines to give the car a new dose of attitude.

Inside the Flying Spur S 

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The interior has also been freshened up a little. The variant is available with a sporty two-tone color scheme that combines leather and a suede-like material called Dinamica. Its seats are fluted and quilting is available as an option. The headrests are embroidered with the “S” or Bentley logo. Other new elements include a motorsport-inspired graphics for the driver’s gauge, metal “S” badge on the dashboard and illuminated treadplates.
Bentley gives drivers two powertrains to choose from. The first is a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 that churns out 543 horses and 568 ft lbs of twist. It can push the car from 0 to 62 mph in 4.0 seconds on its way to a top speed of 198 mph. It also connects to a sport exhaust that lets the engine growl. The second option is a 2.9-liter, hybrid-assisted V-6 which can pump out 536 hp and 553 ft lbs of torque. This setup pushes the car from zero to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds. Bentley didn’t announce a top speed for the hybrid, but you can drive 26 miles using solely electrical power. Both powertrains come mated to the Flying Spur standard 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The 2023 Bentley Continental GT S, Bentayga S, Continental GTC S and Flying Spur S 

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Other mechanical upgrades include all-wheel-steering, for improved handling, and Bentley Dynamic Ride, which the marque calls its ride-smoothing active anti-roll bars. Every Flying Spur S also comes with red-painted brake calipers, further distinguishing it from other models in the range.

We’ll get to see the Flying Spur S in action later this month when it makes its public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. No release date has been announced, but it’s part of the 2023 model year so we’d expect it to start arriving on these shores later this year. No price has been announced, either, as of writing, but we’d expect it to cost somewhere in the mid $200,000 range.
Check out more images of the Flying Spur S below:

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Genesis wants to make sure its first appearance at England’s Goodwood Festival of Speed is electric.

The carmaker, Hyundai’s luxury offshoot, has just announced its G70 Shooting Brake will make its global debut at this year’s show, alongside a new electric grand tourer and the rest of the marque’s impressive line-up.
The first five models in the Genesis European range will be on show at the iconic West Sussex festival, which will go ahead with a full capacity crowd from July 8 through 11. The family of four-wheelers will take on Goodwood’s world-famous hill climb in what’s being described as “the first manufacturer convoy of its kind.”

The standout is the highly anticipated G70 Shooting Brake. First teased earlier this year, the swoopy high-performance wagon embodies the futuristic design DNA of Genesis while honoring the rich history of the shooting brake in Europe. It seems fitting, then, that it should make its world debut across the pond.

The G70 Shooting Brake will take on Goodwood’s famous hill climb. 

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Another highlight will be the Genesis X. The carmaker is positioning this all-electric concept car as a grand tourer for a new generation, and a car at the apex of what Genesis calls “sustainable luxury.” It features the automaker’s signature “Two Lines” motif—that is, dual-bar lights front and back—along with its trademark “G Matrix” grille and state-of-the-art technology. While the GT may not make it to production, it represents a major step forward for the category.

The high-performance wagon pays tribute to the rich history of the Shooting Brake. 

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“Honoring the region is so important to Genesis, which is why we chose to debut both vehicles at the distinguished British festival,” Dominique Boesch, managing director for Genesis Europe, said in a statement. “In particular, the G70 Shooting Brake recognizes the automotive heritage of Europe in both name and iconic design, unmistakably demonstrating the brand’s commitment to the region.”

The all-electric Genesis X will also grace Goodwood. 

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Also on show will be the sleek G80 sedan, the GV80 luxury SUV and the G70 sedan. Orders for these three cars, plus the GV70 SUV, are expected to open across Europe this summer. Genesis also has an electrified G80 in the works, along with three new EVs to be announced within a year.