Leaving behind a storied legacy of state-of-the-art British innovation, the iconic Bentley W12 engine is only a few steps away from turning into a cherished memory in the hearts of luxury and performance enthusiasts alike. Having officially retired in July this year, the mighty W12 has always been an integral part of the opulent Bentley portfolio, boasting scintillating performance and unparallelled stability.

This insight is poignantly heralded by the final stage trials of the Batur Convertible, the mightiest W12 Grand Tourer in Bentley’s esteemed lineup. Featuring two distinct development cars, this elegant automobile has ceremoniously commenced an extensive testing program across Europe. Involving over 120 rigorous tests spanning over a period of 58 weeks, this program closely assesses the Batur Convertible across various avenues ranging from noise and vibration to driving dynamic tests.

Simulating real-world motoring conditions with utmost precision, this extraordinary vehicle will initially embark on a staggering 3,000-kilometre European voyage through Germany, Italy, France, Monaco, and Spain, before heading towards Idiada proving grounds for the much-awaited and stringent high-speed testing. Needless to say, the Batur Convertible would be the last Bentley to feature the iconic W12 engine.

At the heart of the alluring Batur Convertible lies the signature 6.0-litre, twin-turbocharged W12 engine, churning out blistering power figures of 750 PS and an astounding torque of 1000 Nm. Shining proudly in a charming amalgamation of style and practicality, the convertible roof of the Batur Convertible deploys in a swift 19 seconds, fluidly transforming it into a majestic open-top Grand Tourer.

Significantly exemplifying bespoke opulence, the Batur Convertible has been painstakingly forged at the mastery of Bentley’s prestigious coachbuilding division, Mulliner. Offering astute enthusiasts with a myriad of customization options including material, colour and surface through a dedicated visualizer, this exceptional vehicle profoundly excels in lavish versatility. This makes the Batur Convertible the third brainchild of Mulliner’s select Coachbuilt family, after the acclaimed Bacalar Barchetta and the Batur coupe.

Mulliner’s renowned mastery in cutting-edge craftsmanship has been nobly upheld by two of its development cars as well, christened the Batur Convertible Car Zero and the Batur Convertible Engineering Car respectively. While the former boasts a bold Vermillion duo-tone finish, the latter unabashedly flaunts a graceful Midnight Emerald exterior. The luxurious interior of the Batur Convertible exudes regal grandeur, featuring Cumbrian Green leather finishes with elegant Mandarin accents and an awe-inspiring “guitar fade” veneer.

As the world moves closer to the Powerful W12 engine’s elegiac sojourn into eternity, the Batur Convertible stands as the concluding Bentley where the engine continues to live for the future generations to reminisce about for a lifetime. Promising discerning customers with a magnificent blend of unmatched performance, unrivalled opulence, superior craftsmanship and sumptuous exclusivity, this distinguished automobile is limited to a scarce 16 units worldwide.