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Aston Martin Virage II Volante 6.0 V12 (497 Hp) Touchtronic
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Aston Martin Virage:
The Aston Martin Virage is an automobile produced by British luxury automobile manufacturer Aston Martin as a replacement for its V8 models. Introduced at the Birmingham Motor Show in 1988, it was joined by the high-performance Vantage in 1993, after which the name of the base model was changed to V8 Coupe in 1996.
The V8-powered model was intended as the company's flagship model, with the 6-cylinder DB7, introduced in 1994, positioned below it as an entry-level model. Although the DB7 became available with a V12 engine and claimed a performance advantage, the Virage remained the exclusive, expensive and hand-built flagship of the Aston Martin range. It was replaced in 2000 with the Vanquish. By the end of the 2000 model year, 1,050 cars in total had been produced. The V8 Vantage name reappeared on a new entry-level model in 2005....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Volante Overview:
Aston Martin Virage (II Volante). With 570 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 299 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 (497 Hp) Touchtronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 6.0 V12 engine delivers robust and smooth power, providing exhilarating acceleration and a captivating soundtrack. Its naturally aspirated character ensures immediate throttle response, making it a true driver's engine.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large naturally aspirated V12, fuel economy is a significant consideration. The combined 15 l/100 km (15.68 mpg US) reflects its performance-oriented nature, with urban consumption notably higher.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exquisite V12 engine sound and performance
- • Timeless and elegant Aston Martin design
- • Luxurious and well-appointed interior
- • Engaging driving dynamics for a grand tourer
- • Exclusivity and strong brand prestige
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially in urban settings
- • Significant depreciation from new
- • Limited practicality with small trunk space
- • Higher maintenance and running costs
- • Infotainment system may feel dated compared to modern rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Limited Edition: 1995 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
| Model: | Virage |
| Generation: | II Volante |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.0 V12 (497 Hp) Touchtronic |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 497 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 83.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 570 Nm @ 5750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AM4R9 More details about the engine AM4R9 |
| Engine displacement: | 5935 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 11 l |
| Coolant: | 15 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.97:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 22.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 299 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.8 kg/Hp, 263 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.3 kg/Nm, 301.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1890 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 152 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4703 mm mm |
| Width: | 1904 mm mm |
| Height: | 1289 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2740 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2061 mm |
| Front track: | 1586 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1581 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
| 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 |
| Gearbox type | Touchtronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 398 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 360 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 245/35 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |
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