Car review: Plug-in hybrid variant of Bentley's Flying Spur churns out greater efficiency, lower carbon emission

Bentley's Continental Flying Spur and Gen 3 Flying Spur Hybrid, both of which feature 6-cylinder engines. PHOTO: BENTLEY
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LOS ANGELES - Bentley is known for its sporty V8 and full-fat W12 fossil fuel-loving limousines. But increasingly stringent emission regulations have necessitated the Volkswagen-owned British marque to harness electrical power.

Following the Bentayga Hybrid last year (not available in Singapore), Bentley has just launched a Flying Spur Hybrid - powered by a leaner 2.9-litre V6 engine and a 100kW electric motor.

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