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Bentley Flying Spur vs VW Grand California comparison

Compare performance (550 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (180,900 £ vs 70,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Bentley Flying Spur or VW Grand California?

Bentley Flying Spur vs VW Grand California: Key differences

Bentley Flying Spur

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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VW Grand California

  • clearly cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Flying Spur

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Grand California is clearly cheaper – starting at 70,200 £ , while the Bentley Flying Spur costs 180,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 110,621 £.

Grand California

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Bentley Flying Spur offers clearly more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 387 HP more horsepower.

Flying Spur

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Bentley Flying Spur is noticeably lighter – 2,330 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 722 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Bentley Flying Spur offers significantly more boot space – 420 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 420 L.

When it comes to payload, the Bentley Flying Spur carries visibly more – 650 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 202 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Bentley Flying Spur is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £180,900
Flying Spur

Bentley Flying Spur

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 544 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 41 km
Bentley Flying Spur
VW Grand California

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Bentley Flying Spur

The Bentley Flying Spur wraps landmark luxury and bespoke British craft into a sedan that feels like a private members' club you can park in your driveway. It delivers chauffeur-grade comfort wrapped in driver-focused poise, turning an ordinary commute into a memorably grand arrival.

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VW Grand California

The Grand California is Volkswagen's remarkable take on the camper van, blending practicality with comfort for the ultimate road trip experience. With ample space for both living and storage, it's designed for adventure seekers who don't want to compromise on amenities. Whether you're exploring coastal roads or setting up camp in the mountains, the Grand California offers a perfect home away from home.

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Bentley Flying Spur
VW Grand California

Costs and Consumption

Price
180,900 - 186,300 £
Price
70,200 - 77,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
41 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
18 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
75 - 288 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 - 90 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,330 - 2,505 kg
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Trunk capacity
420 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
5,316 mm
Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Width
2,013 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Height
1,483 mm
Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 650 kg
Payload
146 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
544 - 550 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 4.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
285 - 318 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
750 - 770 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
400 - 404 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
2,894 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Bentley
Brand
VW
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