Model year guide

2006 Bentley Continental GT

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Bentley Continental GT is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2006 Bentley Continental GT — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Bentley Continental GT at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints3
Combined13 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Bentley Continental GT recalls 2

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #08V072000 · 15/02/2008

BENTLEY IS RECALLING 4 MY 2004 AND 2006 CONTINENTAL GT AND CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR VEHICLES. THE REPLACEMENT AIR BAG TRIMMED COVERS HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH TETHERS OF AN INCORRECT LENGTH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER'S AIR BAG COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 11, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BENTLEY AT 1-800-777-6923.

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System NHTSA Campaign #08V217000 · 15/05/2008

BENTLEY IS RECALLING 13,420 MY 2004-2008 CONTINENTAL GT, CONTINENTAL GT SPEED, CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR, AND CONTINENTAL GTC VEHICLES. THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR ROAD SALT TO CORRODE THE OUTER SURFACE OF THE FUEL FILTER. THIS COULD LEAD TO THE FILTER HOUSING BECOMING POROUS WITH A CORRESPONDING FUEL LEAK.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILTER AND REPOSITION THE RETAINING CLIP ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BENTLEY AT 1-800-777-6923.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2006 Bentley Continental GT common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2006 Bentley Continental GT MPG & running costs

Combined13 mpg
City10 mpg
Highway17 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$6,300
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume89 cu ft
Cargo volume11 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$19,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Bentley Continental GT costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$31,500
Fuel only$31,500
Per mile$0.42

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Bentley Continental GT trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
6.0L 12-cyl 552 hp

2006 Bentley Continental GT vehicles on record

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2006 Bentley Continental GT — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Bentley Continental GT have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2006 Bentley Continental GT. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Bentley Continental GT?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are tires, wheels, suspension.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Bentley Continental GT get?

The 2006 Bentley Continental GT has a U.S. EPA estimate of 13 mpg combined (10 city / 17 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.