Against 362 other V8 cars rated 2008–2010, the Azure trails their 15.9 mpg average by 4.9 mpg, about $1,076 a year. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1998, the 6.8L 8-cyl (1999–2010), does 11.8 mpg and the thirstiest, the 6.7L 8-cyl (1998–2009), 11.4: $114 a year apart.
Every Bentley Azure engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.8L 8-cyl | 9.8 / 15 | 1999–2010 | $3,254 | |
| 6.7L 8-cyl | 9.6 / 15 | 1998–2009 | $3,368 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2010) | $0.291 |
| Fuel per year | $3,491 |
| Fuel over five years | $17,455 |
| Against other V8 cars, 2008–2010 | +$1,076 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $6,667 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2010 Bentley Azure gives up 6 mpg in town: 15 on the highway against 9 in the city, $1,707 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2010) | 9 mpg | $4,267 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 15 mpg | $2,560 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +6 mpg (67%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Azure changed over the years
The Azure peaked in 2003 at 12 mpg (10 city, 15 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2010 at 11 — 1 mpg apart, or $291 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 2010 car does 11.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9 / 15 | 1 | $3,491 | |
| 2009 | 9 / 15 | 1 | $3,491 | |
| 2008 | 9 / 15 | 1 | $3,491 | |
| 2007 | 10 / 15 | 1 | $3,491 | |
| 2003 | 10 / 15 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2001 | 10 / 15 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2000 | 10 / 15 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 1999 | 10 / 15 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 1998 | 10 / 15 | 1 | $3,200 |
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How we count
This page rests on 9 EPA ratings of the Bentley Azure — 2 engines across 1998–2010. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $6,667. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2010 Bentley Azure get?
11 mpg combined, 9 city and 15 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1998 the Azure has averaged 11.6 mpg.
Is the 2010 Azure more efficient than the 2009?
About the same: 11 against 11 mpg combined.
Which Azure year has the best gas mileage?
The 2003, at 12 mpg combined (10 city, 15 highway).
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