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Bentley · model year 2026
2026 Bentley Continental GT
Subcompact · All-Wheel Drive · Plug-in hybrid · EPA class: Subcompact Cars
Where it places
- 55 Plug-in hybrids
Ordered by combined MPG #55 of 73 - 07 Bentley cars
Every model year, newest first #7 of 192 - 318 Fuel-efficient cars
Ordered by combined MPG #318 of 401 - 58 2026 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #58 of 1,172 - 954 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #954 of 1,362 - 1705 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #1705 of 2,158
Against plug-in hybrids
The CarCody take
The 2026 Bentley Continental GT is a subcompact all-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid car. Its EPA range is 30 miles, and its combined rating is 46 MPGe when electric and gasoline use are counted together. After that range, the 4.0-liter eight-cylinder turbo engine is rated at 19 combined MPG. EPA annual fuel cost is $4,350.
Good to know
- 30-mile EPA range for short electric trips
- 46 combined MPGe plug-in-hybrid rating
- All-wheel drive with a 4.0-liter eight-cylinder turbo engine
- Three-hour charge time at 240 volts
Watch for
- 19 MPG combined gasoline rating
- 17 MPG city rating
- 64 kWh per 100 miles of energy use
- $4,350 EPA annual fuel-cost estimate
Who it suits. Bentley buyers wanting plug-in-hybrid operation Drivers whose regular trips fit within 30 miles Shoppers seeking all-wheel drive
Choose the 2026 Continental GT if a Bentley plug-in hybrid fits your daily pattern and you can use its 30-mile EPA range regularly. The 46 MPGe combined rating can reduce gasoline use over short trips. Budget around $4,350 in annual EPA fuel cost, and remember that city driving is rated at 17 MPG. Its 240-volt charge time is 3 hours, so charging time should fit your routine.
What it is
The Continental GT is Bentley’s 2026 subcompact car with all-wheel drive. It uses a plug-in-hybrid gasoline system with a 4.0-liter, eight-cylinder turbocharged engine and an automatic transmission. Its fuel is gasoline.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 30 miles of EPA range. Combined MPGe is 46, which accounts for electricity and gasoline in the plug-in-hybrid rating.
What it costs to run
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $4,350. The gasoline-only combined rating is 19 MPG, with 17 MPG in city driving and 22 MPG on the highway.
Energy use is listed at 64 kWh per 100 miles. Charging at 240 volts takes 3 hours. Tailpipe emissions are 161 grams of carbon dioxide per mile.
How it compares
For side-by-side shopping, compare its 30-mile range and 46 MPGe with other plug-in hybrids. The 19 MPG combined gasoline figure is the more useful reference once you are looking at gasoline consumption.
You can also place it among Bentley cars or check broader fuel-efficient cars charts. Those categories keep MPGe, MPG, and range as separate measures.
Who it suits
This car suits a buyer who wants a Bentley car with all-wheel drive and a plug-in-hybrid powertrain. The 30-mile range matters most when your regular trips fit within it.
Trade-offs
The plug-in system brings a 46 MPGe combined rating and 30 miles of range, but the car still carries a 19 MPG combined gasoline rating. Its 64 kWh-per-100-miles energy use and three-hour 240-volt charge time are part of the running picture.
City mileage is 17 MPG, compared with 22 MPG on the highway.
Verdict
The Continental GT makes sense for someone who values a Bentley, all-wheel drive, and a short electric range in one car. Its EPA figures show a split personality: 30 miles of range and 46 MPGe on the plug-in side, then ordinary gasoline consumption at 19 MPG combined. The $4,350 annual fuel estimate is the clearest budget signal. Check your typical trip length, charging access, and tolerance for its city MPG before choosing it.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 19 MPG
- City MPG
- 17 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 22 MPG
- Combined MPGe
- 46 MPGe
- EPA range
- 30 miles
- Energy use
- 64 kWh per 100 miles
- Annual fuel cost
- $4,350
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 161 g per mile
- Charge time at 240 V
- 3 hours
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4.0 L 8-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (AM-S8)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
How far can the 2026 Bentley Continental GT go on EPA range?
Its EPA range is 30 miles.
What is the Continental GT's combined MPGe?
The 2026 Continental GT is rated at 46 combined MPGe.
What MPG does it get on gasoline?
It is rated at 19 MPG combined, 17 MPG city, and 22 MPG highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $4,350.
How long does charging take?
Charging at 240 volts takes 3 hours.
What engine and drivetrain does it use?
It has a 4.0-liter eight-cylinder turbocharged engine, automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive.
How much energy does it use?
Its listed energy use is 64 kWh per 100 miles.
What are its tailpipe emissions?
Tailpipe carbon dioxide is listed at 161 grams per mile.
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