Bentley Azure First generation
The Bentley Azure First generation (1995–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States and Canada.
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,340–5,350 mm RDW | – | 5,350 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm RDW | – | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm RDW | – | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,060–3,080 mm RDW | – | 3,061 mm |
| Front track | 1,549 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,549–1,581 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 2,585–2,735 kg RDW | – | 2,610 kg |
| Mass in running order | 2,685–2,835 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,980–3,134 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4–5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2–4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 198 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,322 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 245 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 750–875 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 255/50R18, 285/45R18, 255/55R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
All 5 versions of the Bentley Azure First generation
United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2003GUZZLER, EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 6.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 460 g/km |
| 2000GUZZLER, EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 6.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 460 g/km |
| 1999L410MT2, EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 6.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 460 g/km |
| 1998L410MT2, EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 6.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 460 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–2003Subcompact | 6.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 19.7–20.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 453–462 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.