2018 Bentley Flying Spur
It’s one of the symbols of wealth and automotive appreciation. The 2018 Bentley Flying Spur is a head-turner as a luxury model, and it’s simply thrilling to drive. Let’s start on the outside, shall we?
The Bentley silhouette is immediately recognizable with the Flying Spur. Absolutely immaculate fit and finish is guaranteed, from the chrome-trimmed tail lamp assemblies and front fender louvers to the traditional Bentley grille design. Neatly tied into the design are sporty innuendos like gorgeous wheels and perfect aerodynamics.
Then, on the interior, it’s a unique experience. It feels conflicting at first – why is the upholstery so different, and not just a plain fancy leather-wrapped setting? There are two-tone leathers all over, actual wood inset into the dash, doors and console, and buttons for everything. The use of round chrome accents is quite nice, and the comfort level is beyond what you can even imagine. Backseat passengers get the same treatment as the front – you know, in case someone famous hops into the back seat.
All this style and luxury is heavy. At over 5,300 pounds, you’d expect it to be sluggish. But that’s not the case with the 2018 Bentley Flying Spur. The 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 engine makes 500 horsepower and sends 487 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels, bringing acceleration specs in at 4.2 seconds 0 to 60 mph.
2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom
For over 90 years Rolls-Royce has used the Phantom name in its lineup. This one is clearly the pinnacle of the range…so far. The 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom has the impeccable elegance and the ultra-premium features the discerning buyer demands at over $400,000. That’s followed up with ravishing performance.
The classic Phantom grille – tall, slender spokes finished in chrome – along with the Rolls-Royce Flying Lady hood ornament are the first thing you see. The squared body is softened in all the right places. You can tell the quality hasn’t dropped off. It’s still hand-built after all these years.
It’s a simply stunning interior. You can opt for the LED starlit headliner, even going so far as getting a bespoke constellation headliner made. Everything on the inside is covered in leather or lambswool, including the floor mats, and hard pieces are finished in piano black and chrome. The rear seat is as awe-inspiring as the front with an available wine cooler and massaging heated and cooled seats. Umbrellas are tucked into the door sills, in case it rains.
The 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom packs a punch with its 6.75-liter V12 engine. It makes 563 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. But the power isn’t there because you need it – it’s there because it can be.
2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio
This is the luxury car that should be making a splash very soon. The 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio (QF for short) is the top-end trim for the Giulia model. Aside from its looks, it’s very nearly a different car altogether.
The looks are stunning, although some might not agree. If you like a traditional front end, the Giulia QF won’t be your taste. A sleek sports luxury car, the Giulia makes an appeal to the more mainstream brands’ buyers, like BMW and Mercedes-Benz. But you can’t tell me those wheels aren’t sexy, or I’ll fight you.
The inside is well-equipped and visually appealing. Carbon fiber accents, Nappa leather and Alcantara wrap the seats and door panels. You can choose an accent color for interior trim to compliment the outside paint. Unlike some of the other models, the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio is definitely a car you’ll want to drive, and drive it you will!
That’s because under the hood is a leviathan that lays low until it’s ready to strike. Its 505 horsepower are class-leading and propels the car to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. It has a top speed of 191 miles per hour, and has run the Nurburgring in just 7 minutes 32 seconds. For those who don’t know, that’s fast. It starts at just $72,000, so it’s one of the more affordable luxury cars too.
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