Bentley Mulsanne
The 2020 Bentley Mulsanne presents an exceptional ownership proposition with zero reported recalls or consumer complaints, indicating outstanding reliability and build quality.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 10 | 16 | 12 | 23.52 | 14.7 | 19.6 | — |
| 2019 | 10 | 16 | 12 | 23.52 | 14.7 | 19.6 | — |
| 2018 | 11 | 18 | 14 | 21.38 | 13.07 | 16.8 | — |
| 2017 | 11 | 18 | 14 | 21.38 | 13.07 | 16.8 | 11-14 mpg combined |
| 2016 | 11 | 18 | 14 | 21.38 | 13.07 | 16.8 | — |
| 2015 | 11 | 18 | 13 | 21.38 | 13.07 | 18.09 | — |
| 2014 | 11 | 18 | 13 | 21.38 | 13.07 | 18.09 | — |
| 2013 | 11 | 18 | 13 | 21.38 | 13.07 | 18.09 | — |
| 2012 | 11 | 18 | 13 | 21.38 | 13.07 | 18.09 | — |
| 2011 | 11 | 18 | 13 | 21.38 | 13.07 | 18.09 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 505-530 hp | 752-811 lb-ft | V8 |
| 2016 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2011 | sedan | 8 | 6.8 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | GVWR | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | 2 | 4 | 128.6 | 20 | 20 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | 443 | 15.6 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | 2 | 4 | 128.6 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | — | 4 | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 442 | 15.6 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 5 | 4 | 443 | 15.6 | — | — | — | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | Class 2: 6,001 - 10,000 lb (2,722 - 4,536 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | blindSpotMonitoring | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | forwardCollisionWarning | parkAssist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2020 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2019 | 2019 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2018 | 2018 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2017 | 2017 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2016 | 2016 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 2015 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 2014 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 2013 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2020
NewestThe 2020 Bentley Mulsanne presents an exceptional ownership proposition with zero reported recalls or consumer complaints, indicating outstanding reliability and build quality.
2019
The 2019 Bentley Mulsanne presents an excellent reliability record with no recalls or complaints, suggesting exceptional initial quality.
2018
The 2018 Bentley Mulsanne presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
2017
The 2017 Bentley Mulsanne presents an average reliability profile, demanding careful inspection.
2016
The 2016 Bentley Mulsanne presents an average reliability profile.
2015
The 2015 Bentley Mulsanne presents an average reliability profile, making thorough inspection paramount.
2014
The 2014 Bentley Mulsanne presents an average reliability profile.
2013
The 2013 Bentley Mulsanne presents an average reliability profile, demanding careful inspection.
2012
The 2012 Bentley Mulsanne presents an average reliability profile, making its condition and maintenance history paramount for prospective owners.
2011
The 2011 Bentley Mulsanne presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Bentley Mulsanne?
Carfocal currently has 10 published Mulsanne reports, covering 2011 through 2020. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2020 Bentley Mulsanne presents an exceptional ownership proposition with zero reported recalls or consumer complaints, indicating outstanding reliability and build quality.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
Is the Bentley Mulsanne reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Bentley Mulsanne. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2020 bentley mulsanne presents an exceptional ownership proposition with zero reported recalls or consumer complaints, indicating outstanding reliability and build quality. and the 2020 bentley mulsanne represents a significant investment, and its value retention will largely depend on meticulous maintenance and condition. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
10 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Bentley Mulsanne?
Across Carfocal's published Mulsanne guides, recurring problem areas include Rear Seat Belt Anchor, Rearview Camera System, and Electrical System. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Rear Seat Belt Anchor, Rearview Camera System, and Electrical System.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 10
- Years tracked
- 10
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints