Bentley CONTINENTAL
576 registered in New Zealand · 1962–2026 · 95% from United Kingdom
The Bentley CONTINENTAL is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 576 registered across model years 1962 to 2026. It averages 14.3 L/100km in fuel consumption and produces an average of 428 kW. Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 6.0L engine.
Below you'll find a complete breakdown of fuel types, body styles, drivetrain options, regional distribution, and estimated running costs. Select a specific model year to see detailed specs, buyer insights, and variant-level data for that generation of the CONTINENTAL.
Fuel Types
Bentley CONTINENTAL fuel type breakdown: PETROL 98%, PLUGIN PETROL HYBRID 2%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Bentley CONTINENTAL vehicles from each manufacture year are still registered in NZ. Taller bars mean more of that year on the road — better parts availability and more mechanics who know it.
Bentley CONTINENTAL fleet age profile: 2020: 24, 2021: 24, 2022: 13, 2023: 20, 2025: 12.
Drivetrain
Transmission
Bentley CONTINENTAL transmissions: 8-GEAR AUTO 33%, 6-GEAR AUTO 13%.
Engine Size
Bentley CONTINENTAL engine sizes: 6.0L 45%, 4.0L 14%, 6.0L 14%, 4.0L 12%, 6.0L 10%.
Imported From
Bentley CONTINENTAL imported from: United Kingdom 95%, Germany 3%, Japan 1%, Not Known 0%, Poland 0%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Bentley CONTINENTAL vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Bentley CONTINENTAL NZ arrival timeline: 2022: 25, 2023: 25, 2024: 25, 2025: 17, 2026: 10.
Estimated Running Costs
Select a model year to estimate fuel costs for that specific Bentley CONTINENTAL.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Bentley CONTINENTAL regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 274, CHRISTCHURCH: 71, TAURANGA: 25, QUEENSTOWN-LAKES: 19, HAMILTON: 15.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Bentley CONTINENTAL are there in New Zealand?
There are 576 Bentley CONTINENTAL vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1962 to 2026.
How much does it cost to run a Bentley CONTINENTAL?
Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Bentley CONTINENTAL averages 14.3 L/100km. At current fuel prices ($3.41/L), that works out to roughly $113 per week or $5,852 per year in fuel, assuming 12,000 km of annual driving. Actual costs vary by model year, driving conditions, and fuel type.
What body type is the Bentley CONTINENTAL?
The Bentley CONTINENTAL is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: saloon, convertible, hatchback. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Bentley CONTINENTAL cars imported or NZ-new?
95% of Bentley CONTINENTAL vehicles in New Zealand originated from United Kingdom. The majority arrived as used imports, which is typical for this model. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.