Bentley’s S badge is back with Supersports inspired handling and the darkest look in the Continental range

Bentley’s S badge has just made a blazing return to the Continental range.

This revelation comes with the announcement of a new Continental GT S and GT Convertible S.

Expect Supersports-inspired handling, as well as the darkest look in the Continental range.

Both models also come with noticeable improvements and upgrades.

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The S badge is back in the Continental line-up

Bentley has just made a major addition to its iconic Continental range.

And it is all because of the return of the brand’s S badge.

This pairs the standard car’s plug-in hybrid V8 setup with a noticeably sharper chassis character.

In terms of the Continental GT range, the V8 S has always occupied a sweet spot.

This is because it delivers a touch more attitude without stepping all the way up to Speed territory.

What is interesting, though, is how it fits in the new electrified range.

Because the new S keeps its same 671hp, 500kW hybrid powerplant as found in the regular GT and the Azure.

So what is the actual difference?

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Bentley’s new addition comes with some changes

It turns out that it mainly lies in the hardware and tuning beneath the body.

The new S model borrows several components from the hardcore Supersport, as well as from the flagship Speed model.

Under the skin, you’ll find an electronically controlled, limited-slip differential on the rear axle and active anti-roll bars.

These borrowed components are coupled with existing dual-valve dampers and twin-chamber air suspension.

All of this is to say that Bentley’s new S has a much keener, more responsive feel.

Power comes from Bentley’s twin-turbo, 4.0-liter V8 powerplant.

This is fused with an electric motor that is directly integrated into the eight-speed, dual-clutch transmission.

A 25.9 kWh battery provides energy for the electric motor, resulting in around 50 miles of purely electric range.

Bentley itself promises a 0-60 time of just 3.5 seconds, as well as a top speed of 190mph.

In terms of looks, Bentley’s new S keeps things typically subtle and subdued.

Only discreet badging really sets it apart from the rest of the range.

As far as prices go, the new S is expected to sit somewhere around $320,000.