Pirelli equips Bentley Supersports

Pirelli has developed two dedicated tyre fitments for the new Bentley Supersports – the P Zero Trofeo RS, designed to enhance the car’s sporting character, particularly on track, and the P Zero, developed for everyday driving.

To mark the centenary of the Supersports name, first introduced in 1925, the Crewe-based manufacturer has once again chosen Pirelli as its partner to harness the capabilities of a car that is radically different from any previous Continental GT: rear-wheel drive for the first time in the model’s history (excluding the Continental GT3 race car), kerb weight below two tonnes, and 666 hp, 800 Nm twin-turbocharged V8 powertrain.

The 22-inch Pirelli P Zero is fitted to the Supersports as its original equipment tyre, designed to complement the car’s everyday usability and grand touring capabilities.

Pirelli says its construction and compound have been optimised to combine ride comfort, low noise levels and steering precision, while delivering grip levels commensurate with the car’s power and weight.

Although significantly lighter than the Continental GT, the Supersports places considerable demands on its tyres due to its exceptional performance.

For customers seeking the ultimate performance, Pirelli has developed the first bespoke P Zero Trofeo RS ever for a Bentley. This 22-inch semi-slick tyre is road legal yet engineered with a clear track-focused philosophy.