Bentley Mark V

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Bentley Mark V
Also called: Bentley Corniche
Manufacturer: Bentley
Production: 19391941
12 produced
Predecessor: Bentley 4¼ L
Successor: Bentley Mark VI
Class: Luxury car
Engine: 4.3 L I6
Related: Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Mark V was Rolls-Royce's second Bentley model. Released in 1939, it had much in common to Rolls' models, including a new-generation straight-6 engine. The engine displaced 4.3 L (4257 cc/259 in³) with a 3.5 in (88.9 mm) bore and 4.5 in (114.3 mm) stroke.

A lightweight and aerodynamic Corniche model was planned, but the outbreak of World War II halted production with just a single example completed.

[edit] Production

  • Mark V: 11 (plus 4 unfinished)
  • Corniche: 1 (plus 3 unfinished)