Aston Martin DB9 Volante 6.0 i V12 (456 Hp)
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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 Overview:
Aston Martin DB9 (Volante). With 570 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1710 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.9 s). The top speed reaches 300 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
This variant, likely featuring a manual transmission, offers the same powerful 456 Hp V12 but with a slightly quicker 0-100 km/h acceleration of 4.9 seconds, appealing to driving purists.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption remains high, typical for a naturally aspirated V12, but the engaging driving experience and performance are the primary focus over efficiency.
Best Use Case:
Spirited Driving / Weekend Escapes
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Timeless and elegant design
- • Powerful and sonorous V12 engine
- • Luxurious and handcrafted interior
- • Excellent grand touring capabilities
- • Exclusivity and strong brand appeal
Cons:
- • High running and maintenance costs
- • Poor fuel economy
- • Limited practicality (small trunk, 2+2 seating)
- • Dated infotainment and technology by later standards
- • Potential for age-related reliability issues
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
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| Model: | DB9 |
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| Generation: | Volante |
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| Modification (Engine): | 6.0 i V12 (456 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2004 |
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| End of production: | 2012 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Cabriolet |
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| Seats: | 4 |
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| Doors: | 2 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 456 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 76.8 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 570 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 5935 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 10 l |
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| Coolant: | 15 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 25.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.2 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 300 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.8 kg/Hp, 266.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3 kg/Nm, 333.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1710 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 197 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4710 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1875 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1318 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2740 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1568 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1562 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 235/45 R19 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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