An Evolutionary Model: The 1993 Turbo R Revisited
A high point in the sedan market is the Bentley Turbo R. In 1993 Bentley rolled out an upgraded version of the Turbo R with two versions: Base and LWB. Sales for the Turbo R, especially the Turbo R LWB, were brisk during 1993 and 1994. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.
The restyled Turbo R LWB is equipped with a 6.7-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a General Motors four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1992 version.
The fuel system for the 1993 Turbo R is a Bosch KE-Motronic system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.
The Turbo R uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 4 doors. The dimensions of the Turbo R LWB are inches long by inches wide.
The listed retail price in 1993 (MSRP) was an industry-low price, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
The Turbo R LWB received an fuel efficiency rating of 17 MPG driving in the city and 23 when it came to highway driving. The gas-powered Turbo R is a non-hybrid car.
In 1992 and 1993 the Turbo R LWB was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
The standard warranty period for the Turbo R is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the sedan market.
There are several reasons why the Bentley Turbo R LWB sold well in 1993. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Bentley, specifically a Turbo R.