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Aston Martin DB9 Volante (facelift 2012) 6.0 V12 (517 Hp) Automatic
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Aston Martin DB9:
The Aston Martin DB9 is a two-door grand tourer car that was produced by the British carmaker Aston Martin in Gaydon, Warwickshire. It was manufactured both as a coupé starting in 2004 and a convertible known as the Volante from 2005, until their discontinuation in 2016.
Succeeding the DB7, which Aston Martin produced from 1994 until 2004, the DB9 was designed by Ian Callum and Henrik Fisker and debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2003, while the Volante debuted at the Detroit Auto Show in the subsequent year. The DB9, which is built upon Aston Martin's vertical/horizontal platform, employs extensive use of lightweight materials—including aluminium and composite materials—throughout the body. Over its production, Aston Martin implemented a series of updates to the car; the first two—which occurred in 2008 and 2010—involved minor changes to elements like the headlights, tail-lights, engine and interior. The third and final update occurred in 2012, when Aston Martin completely restyled the front fascia; its largely redesigned headlights gave the DB9 a design reminiscent of the 2011–2012 Virage....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Volante (facelift 2012) Overview:
Aston Martin DB9 (Volante (facelift 2012)). With 620 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1890 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.6 s). The top speed reaches 295 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
6.0 V12 (517 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 6.0L V12 delivers exhilarating power and a captivating soundtrack, ensuring rapid acceleration and effortless high-speed cruising, perfectly suited for a grand tourer.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large V12, fuel consumption is high, making it less economical for daily urban driving but acceptable for its performance class and grand touring purpose.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning and timeless design aesthetic
- • Powerful and sonorous naturally aspirated V12 engine
- • Luxurious, handcrafted interior with premium materials
- • Excellent grand touring capabilities for long journeys
- • Exclusivity and strong brand prestige
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially in urban settings
- • Potentially high maintenance and running costs due to bespoke components
- • Limited practicality with 2+2 seating and small boot space
- • Infotainment system may feel dated compared to modern rivals
- • Significant depreciation from new purchase price
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Coupe: 2006 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
| Model: | DB9 |
| Generation: | Volante (facelift 2012) |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.0 V12 (517 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 517 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 87.1 Hp/l [33mm more] |
| Torque: | 620 Nm @ 5500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AM11 More details about the engine AM11 |
| Engine displacement: | 5935 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 11 l |
| Coolant: | 15 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 21.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 295 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.7 kg/Hp, 273.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3 kg/Nm, 328 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1890 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4720 mm mm [33mm more] |
| Width: | 2061 mm mm [82mm more] |
| Height: | 1282 mm mm [36mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2740 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2061 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/35 ZR20; 295/30 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5J x 20; 11J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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