The 2011 Mulsanne is Bentley's all-new super luxurious flagship. Compromise isn't a concept easily associated with the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. While the smaller Bentley Continental captivates the new-money hip-hop crowd, the Mulsanne is decidedly old-school. If you go by EPA fuel economy estimates, the Mulsanne gets 30 percent better fuel economy than the old Arnage. Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
The 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is offered in one very well-appointed trim level. Inside the cabin, occupants are treated to leather upholstery for nearly every surface, wood trim, glass switchgear, heated 14-way power front seats with memory, heated eight-way power rear seats with memory (outboard seats only), four-zone automatic climate control, a power tilt-and-telescoping multifunction steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and power rear-window privacy screens.
Well-heeled clients will likely indulge in the long list of options that include 21-inch wheels, a "Flying B" radiator mascot, chrome exterior accents, rear privacy glass, ventilated seats, a heated and wood-veneered steering wheel, alloy pedals, a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, ambient mood lighting, a Naim premium audio system and twin 8-inch rear-seat monitors.
The 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is powered by an all-new, twin-turbo 6.8-liter V8 that produces 505 horsepower and 752 pound-feet of torque.
Safety Safety features for the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne include front and rear side airbags for the head and thorax, stability control, traction control, antilock disc brakes with brake assist and automatic hill hold.
Naturally, comfort is paramount with any luxury car, and the Bentley Mulsanne excels in this arena. Driving Impressions Despite a portly 5,700-pound curb weight, the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne moves with the urgency of a much lighter car.