The Mulsanne is powered by a 505-hp twin-turbo 6.8-liter OHV V-8 with a stump-pulling 752 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed automatic sends power to the rear wheels which makes the driving experience all the more remarkable.
Remarkable because the Mulsanne accelerates and brakes with authority, thanks to the twin-turbocharged V8's mind-blowing 752 lb-ft of torque and huge 15.7-inch front and 14.5-inch rear disc brakes. And true to its refined pedigree, the cabin remains tranquil in all situations short of those impish moments when you feel compelled to pin the polished, drilled alloy accelerator pedal to the floorboards.
In true luxury car fashion, the adaptive suspension assures occupants need never be perturbed by broken pavement and other less-than-optimal road surfaces. Handling is even quite respectable for such a high-end luxury sedan, albeit with some serious body roll at speed. There's a spot-on steering feel in the Mulsanne and plenty of composure on the highway, but this 3-ton vehicle definitely isn't made for winding roads and switchbacks. There's also a commanding driving position from inside the Mulsanne.
Interior
Virtually every surface is covered with supple leather, precisely book-matched wood veneers, polished stainless-steel accents. Gauges and controls offer an agreeable blend of classic traditional look in the analog speedometer and clock and the latest technology with the large display and on-screen menus controlled by a large console-mounted knob. When you're in the mood to return to the more traditional look, the display disappears discreetly behind a wood-veneered panel at the touch of the button.
