The Bentley Turbo is a midsize car built from 1989 to 1998 over 2 generations. Between 1992 and 1998 it grew 12 cm longer and gained 59 kg. Engines offered: V8. Too new for a verdict, since complaints and recalls take years to accumulate — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the Turbo is
The Bentley Turbo is a midsize car that Bentley built from 1989 to 1998 — 10 model years. Our measurements put it at 2 generations, the current one starting in 1998. It has been offered with V8 power. Its closest siblings in the Bentley range: Flying Spur, Mulsanne, Arnage.
Turbo generations, and what changed
These boundaries are not copied from a brochure — they fall out of the measurements. Where the Turbo's length or wheelbase jumps between consecutive model years the platform changed: a facelift moves a bumper by centimetres, a new generation moves the whole car — for the Turbo that gives 2 distinct generations below.
| Generation | Length | Wheelbase | Weight | vs previous | Weight change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 528 cm | 306 cm | 2350 kg | - | - |
| 1998 | 540 cm | 316 cm | 2409 kg | +12 cm | +59 kg |
Between 1992 and 1998 the Turbo gained 12 cm in length (+2.3%) and 59 kg in weight (+2.5%). Cars did not so much grow as thicken — crash structures, airbags and equipment weigh more than the metal they replaced, and on the Turbo that is 59 kg against 12 cm. Full dimensions by year →
Bentley Turbo tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment Turbo owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Bentley Turbo have? Power & range
The Bentley Turbo is offered with 1 powertrain — 6.7L 8-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 1 for the Bentley Turbo, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V8 | 6.7L · 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | RWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
The Turbo by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Bentley Turbo. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | Turbo | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Reliability | Not yet rated | Best and worst years |
| Used value | 39 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Bentley Turbo?
The Turbo is a midsize car, built from 1989 to 1998 across 2 generations. Engines offered: V8.
How many generations does the Turbo have?
2 by our measurements, the latest starting in 1998. We draw the boundaries where length or wheelbase jumps between model years — a facelift moves a bumper, a new generation moves the whole car. Over its life the Turbo grew 12 cm longer and gained 59 kg.
What is the Bentley Turbo warranty?
New models carry 3 years / 36,000 miles basic cover and 5 years / 60,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the Turbo reliable?
The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific Turbo?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
More in Bentley
| Model | Years | Recalls | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Continental | 1984–2026 | 47 | 19 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Bentley Bentayga | 2017–2026 | 30 | 21 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Bentley Flying Spur | 2014–2026 | 7 | 19 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Bentley Mulsanne | 1984–2020 | 12 | 14 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Bentley Arnage | 1999–2009 | 11 | 13 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Bentley Azure | 1996–2010 | 14 | 12 mpg | 4.5/5 |