What is the Bentley Continental SC?
The Continental SC, or Sedanca Coupé, is a grand tourer in Bentley’s Continental R family. Its standout feature is a pair of removable glass roof panels over the front seats, bringing open-air motoring to a formal coupé shape. The design draws on the traditional Sedanca style while giving it a modern glass roof.
Engines and power
The Continental SC has a 6.7-litre petrol V8 with a turbocharger. Its glass roof panels set it apart within the Continental family, while the cabin and overall shape retain the character of a Bentley grand tourer. NRCan’s Canadian figures cover two versions from 1999 to 2002.
How economical is the Bentley Continental SC?
In Canada, NRCan lists the Continental SC from 1999 to 2002. Its lowest listed consumption is 20 L/100 km on the NRCAN-5CYCLE test. Test procedures differ by market: Europe uses WLTP or NEDC, while the USA uses EPA ratings, so the figures are not directly comparable.
Where was the Continental SC sold?
Bentley is a British marque, and its cars are built at Crewe, England. The SC was a distinctive variation within the Continental R family, combining the range’s grand touring character with removable glass roof panels.
Questions and answers
What does SC mean?
SC stands for Sedanca Coupé, referring to the removable glass roof panels over the front seats.
What engine does the Continental SC use?
It has a 6.7-litre petrol engine.
What is the Continental SC’s official Canadian fuel consumption?
Its lowest listed figure is 20 L/100 km on NRCan’s 5-cycle test.