Knokke, 26 June 2025
The New Bentley Continental GTC Black Edition Reaches New Heights: A Luxurious Reinterpretation of an Icon
On the exclusive rooftop of the prestigious five-star superior hotel La Réserve Resort in Knokke, and more precisely at the Celestial – the renowned pop-up restaurant by star chef Nick Bril – the Bentley Continental GTC Black Edition was unveiled with a spectacular view. Limited to just 400 units worldwide, this exceptional edition radiates excellence, power, design, and unparalleled elegance.
La Réserve Resort & Bentley: An Alliance of Distinctive Prestige
This fairytale-like setting provided the perfect stage to showcase the seamless synergy between D’Ieteren Luxury Performance – the high-end division of the Belgian automotive importer D’Ieteren – and La Réserve Resort.
“We are constantly looking for ways to enhance our guests’ experience. The fact that they are offered the exclusive opportunity to discover the latest models from Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti, Rimac, and Maserati is a major added value. Hosting the launch of the Bentley Continental GTC Black Edition today further reinforces our reputation as a high-end destination and aligns perfectly with our other premium initiatives,” says Yannick Bouts, General Manager of La Réserve Resort.
One such initiative is the Bentley Butler Shopping Experience. Upon a simple phone request, guests are chauffeured in an exclusive Bentley to the heart of Knokke Le Zoute, where they can enjoy a bespoke shopping experience in one of the resort’s luxury partner boutiques,
Bentley Continental GTC Black Edition
“An extraordinary car deserves an extraordinary stage. By presenting the exclusive, limited-edition Continental GTC Black Edition on the penthouse of La Réserve, we elevate exclusivity and performance to a new – and quite literally – symbolic height,” says Liana Picard, spokesperson and PR Manager at Bentley Belgium.
The Bentley Continental GTC Black Edition combines the bold, dark visual identity of the Blackline specification with the performance of a High Performance Hybrid delivering 680 PS and 930 Nm of torque. Powered by a 4.0-litre V8 engine (520 PS) paired with a 190 PS electric motor, the vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds (3.9 seconds for the Convertible version). With an electric range of up to 80 km, it is perfectly suited for local daily drives, while its CO₂ emissions of only 29 g/km offer strong fiscal advantages. Enthusiasts will also appreciate the sports exhaust system, which further accentuates the signature growl of the V8 engine.
Exclusive and Refined Aesthetics
The new Black Edition models are equipped with Bentley’s Blackline specification, lending the car a sleek, minimalist, and distinctive character. Signature features include a gloss black matrix grille, dark exterior trim, Winged B badges, and Bentley lettering in black. The 22-inch ten-spoke alloy wheels come standard in gloss black and are also available in an optional dual-tone finish. These details are artfully contrasted by the striking Mandarin orange brake calipers.Inside, the cabin features the ‘Black Edition’ logo embroidered on the front seat headrests, a Piano Black veneer finish, Black Edition-branded door sills, and bespoke contrast stitching in a colour of the client’s choice – offering a sense of handcrafted sophistication.
Dynamic Driving, Redefined
Equipped with Bentley Performance Active Chassis technology, the new Black Edition models offer an expanded range of dynamic driving modes. In Sport mode, up to 100% of the power can be directed to the rear wheels, delivering an intuitive and engaging driving experience. The mode also recalibrates rear-wheel steering, firms up damping, and optimises stabiliser settings to offer a sharper, more agile connection between driver and machine.
