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2012 Aston Martin DBS Coupe

Summary

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Now available in a Carbon Black Volante trim level, the 2012 Aston Martin DBS is a luxury grand tourer super car available in coupe and soft-top convertible body styles. Both body styles are powered by a 5.9 liter V12 engine that produces 510 hp and 420 lb-ft of torque, for a 0-60 time of 4.3 seconds and top speed of 191 mph. Rear-wheel drive can be paired with a standard 6-speed manual transmission or optional 6-speed automatic. Fuel mileage is an EPA estimated 11 mpg city and 17 mpg highway. Features include 20-inch wheels, full-grain leather interior, heated seats, satellite radio, front parking sensors, rear parking sensors, boot-mounted umbrella, Dolby� audio system, six-disc CD changer, iPod� connectivity, hands-free phone capability, hard disk drive, and satellite navigation. Safety is comprised of dual-stage front airbags, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), traction control system (TCS), emergency brake assist (EBA), electronic brake distribution (EBD), anti-lock braking system (ABS), and dynamic stability control (DSC). DBS owners can upgrade to a Carbon Black trim that features carbon black paint and black interior trimming. The DBS is backed by a 3-year/unlimited mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2012 Aston Martin DBS Coupe

If the Aston Martin DB9 or V8 Vantage isn't quite rare enough, the Aston DBS should almost provide the requisite exclusivity. Competing with the likes of the Ferrari 599 GTB or Lamborghini Aventador--but with a little more ride comfort, and a somewhat more lavishly finished cabin--the DBS can approach the $300,000 mark if optioned properly.

What's new for 2012?

The Aston Martin DBS gets a few minor changes for 2012. The navigation system is now a Garmin unit, and the windshield wipers are now beam-blade type. Brake calipers are now available in red, yellow, grey or the default black.

Model Strengths

Very exclusive
top-tier performance
V12 soundtrack
good ride comfort for an exotic

Model Review

The 2012 Aston Martin is offered either in coupe form or as a DBS Volante convertible--which comes with a power fabric top capable of stowing away in just 14 seconds at speeds up to 30 mph. Both versions feature a mammoth 5.9L V12, making 510 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque, and capable of reaching 190 mph, or of getting to 60 mph in just over four seconds.

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