The new flagship of Bentley, the Mulsanne, has created a unique blend of heritage and 21st century technology, delivered in perfect harmony.
Whilst the car was certainly designed to embody W.O. Bentley’s concept of a ‘driver’s car’, the Mulsanne is also ideally suited to chauffeur-driven hire, allowing you to soak up the benefits inside or get on with business, as you wish.
The Bentley Mulsanne was created to capture the force that drove W.O. Bentley to found the marque ninety years ago. Whilst he loved a journey of refined driving, Bentley was a man who also loved to win round the track.
With such a competitive spirit bred into the genealogy of this car, it is no wonder that this is a car designed for business leaders.
The interior of the Mulsanne exceeds the comfort and confidentiality of any boardroom. The most exclusive private member’s club would battle to meet the standards of the passenger accommodation. ‘Mood lighting’ artistically yet practically poised illuminates the cabin, whether your need is to work, relax, or be entertained. An exquisite blend of soft hide, knurled stainless steel, and the most polished of wood veneers cocoon you in comfort.
If your need is for entertainment, the 60-Gigabyte hard drive yields an unrivalled multimedia experience, capturing thousands of songs or images. Fourteen speakers with digital sound processing deliver superior music. This can be delivered via the Apple iPod control panel.
Taking technology one step further, is the Mulsanne Executive Interior Concept. Customised options for business, entertainment and comfort features are bespoken into this model. Given that the standard car takes over 170 of craftsmanship, this additional attention to detail takes the car to a new level.
Individual Apple iPad workstations supply each rear passenger with the ability to hook-up. These are ingeniously ensconced in two electric-controlled folding picnic tables complete with internet access and Bluetooth keyboard. This enables passengers to work or play, whether it is on email or streaming video. Bespoke control keys operate reading lights. A large drop-down LED screen is also on standby for those who prefer to relax more passively.
All of this connectivity is complemented by the ultimate in comfort. An illuminated rear console is fitted with twin arrests offering an open 4-seat configuration. A bottle cooler with an illuminated double-glazed frosted glass door can be used for mineral water during a work conference or for the chilling the champagne to celebrate the achievement afterwards.
For the celebration, rear seat entertainment is on demand from the Apple Media Centre, controlled through your iPod and fully online.
Whichever option one chooses, comfort and luxury are obligatory.