Word on the street is that Aston Martin will introduce a V12 Vantage Roadster at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March.

Power for the Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster is expected to come from the same V12 in the coupe. The 6.0 liter V12 engine is good for 510-hp with a maximum torque of 420 lb-ft. That gives the coupe the ability to go from 0 to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph. Of course, those figures are likely to change for the Roadster.

In other Aston news, CEO De. Ulrich Bez has apparently confirmed that the DBS replacement is in the works and could produce more than 600-hp.

Click here for more news on the Aston Martin V12 Vantage.

We’re glad to see that V8 and V12 engines are still breathing.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: GTSpirit

The 2011 Aston Martin DBS Carbon Edition will be available in two new colors including Flame Orange and Ceramic Grey together with the current Carbon Black. Each unit will go through a unique paint process and will receive seven layers of paint together with a 25 hour hand flat-and-polish finish resulting in a glass veneer. Buyers will also have the option of a satin lacquer paint finish, creating a silk-like texture.

The 2011 Aston Martin DBS Carbon Edition will come with 10-spoke gloss black diamond wheels with a reversed diamond turned or full gloss black finish as an option and black brake calipers (optional colors include yellow, orange, red or gray). The DBS Carbon Edition also features a black grille, carbon fiber mirror heads, carbon rear lamp in-fills and smoked rear lights creating a DBS specification like never before.

On the inside, the Aston Martin DBS Carbon Edition offers two nice color finishes including. The interior of a DBS Carbon Edition will take more than 70 man hours to hand stitch and finish.

Prices for the 2011 Aston martin DBS Carbon Edition start at $287,576 for the coupe and $302,576 for the Volante. Deliveries start early 2012.

- By: Omar Rana

The Aston Martin DB9 has been with us for about seven years now and since then, a modicum of version have been released, one of which being the hot DBS that Daniel Craig’s James Bond has been donning. That said, Aston’s DB line is up for revision and once again, the epic DBS takes the spotlight again by leading the DB9’s revision debut due in late 2012.

Pictures of the DBS prototype have been circulating the Interwebs for sometime now and it’s obvious to see that the already sexy DBS has been reworked in many ways. Changes also continue to the insides as the cockpit will be the first to see a revision since the DB’s inception in 2004.

Many of the changes are strongly reminiscent of the One-77 supercar. For example, the hood features cooling vents and curves much like the One-77’s hood. Speaking of which, the DBS’s 6.0L V12 will receive a 20-hp bump for a full 630-hp. Dear lord.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: AutoCar

Want to buy Aston Martin stock? Well, you might have to wait a little longer. The British company plans to increase sales in emerging markets and will soon start importing cars into China – all the while it keeps its sights on an initial public offering.

“We are still thinking of an IPO,” CEO Ulrich Bez said this week during press conference. “We will be ready for it if the time is right. You need to pick the right window.”

For those of you that don’t remember, Aston Marin was sold by FoMoCo in 2007 to a group of private investors including Kuwait’s Investment Dar Co. in a deal valued at 479 million pounds ($765 million). Aston is now looking at expanding its model range to boost sales in emerging markets.

“We came very late to the party in China,” Michael van der Sande, the company’s chief commercial officer.“We are now taking it much more seriously.”

Aston Martin, which delivered 4,299 units for at the end of fiscal year March 31, expects to sell “a few hundred” vehicles in China in 2011, Bez said.

So when can we expect an IPO? Bez said that Aston is under no pressure from shareholders to carry out an IPO and can finance development without raising funds.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: Bloomberg

Anderson Germany Aston Martin DBS Superior Black Edition

We love the Aston Martin DBS – it’s a sexy supercar with lots of power and a huge presence. Tuner Anderson Germany has released a new modification package for the Aston Martin DBS.

Known as the Aston Martin DBS Superior Black Edition, the model features a matte-black paint job, carbon fiber mirrors, matte black window frames and black 21-inch wheels. It’s basically a stealth Aston Martin DBS that we can see Batman driving.

Click here for more news on the Aston Martin DBS.

Power for the Aston Martin DBS Superior Black Edition has been increased to 557-hp with the help of ECU remap, catalyst replacement pipes and special manifolds.

Let us know how you like it in the comments section after the jump.

Anderson Germany Aston Martin DBS Superior Black Edition:

- By: Omar Rana

2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe

Earlier last month, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual rating of fuel winners and losers. Not surprisingly, the 2011 Toyota Prius was named the most fuel-efficient vehicle in the United States, while the 2011 Bugatti Veyron was the worst.

However there were some surprising categorizations made by the EPA. According to the EPA, the Bentley Continental GTC is a subcompact car. The Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe and the Phantom Drophead Coupe are classified as compact cars like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla.

Want us to keep going? The Aston Martin DB9 and DBS are classified to be minicompact cars like the Mini Cooper.

So what’s going on here? The EPA classifies vehicles based on their interior volume. That is why the Nissan Versa is classified as a midsize car, which Nissan doesn’t agree with.

Does the EPA need to change its classification rules? We think so.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: Wheels

2007 Aston Martin DBS

Let’s start the morning off with two recalls back-to-back. Joining Cadillac and the recall of the 2010 SRX crossovers, Aston Martin is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 DB9 Coupe, DB9 Volante, V8 Vantage Coupe, V8 Vantage Roadster and DBS Coupes.

Aston Martin told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that the front bottom suspension arm cam bolt could crack along its shank allowing the lower control arm to move. Movement of the lower control arm will impact the driver’s control of the steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Aston Martin said that dealers will replace the front suspension lower control arm cam bolts free of charge. The recall is expected to begin before October 18, 2010. Owners can contact Aston Martin Customer Service at 1-888-923-9988 for more details. They may also contact NHTSA’s safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153).

- By: Omar Rana

edo Competition Aston Martin DB9 to DBS Conversion

So you’re a Russian man that owns a 2005 Aston Martin DB9 but wants to roll around in a DBS – what do you do? You hire edo Competition to take your car away for six months to9 their Ahlen, Germany workshop and develop a package that converts it into a Aston Martin DBS.

edo Competition the 2005 DB9 and added a new carbon fiber front fascia, a carbon fiber rear diffuser, a new bonnet, extra vents and a wider stance. Inside, edo added a mix of Alcantara and leather with contrasting off-white and charcoal gray colors. There is also carbon fiber and brushed metal trims.

The tuner also upgraded the engine output from 470-hp to 550-hp. The extra power allows the DB9 to hit a top speed of 199 mph, 16 mph more than the original top speed.

Pretty cool – if you have the money. We’re guessing edo Competition has no plans to release the package to the general public.

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edo Competition Aston Martin DB9 to DBS Conversion:

- By: Omar Rana

Source: edo Competition (via WCF)

Aston Martin Lagonda Concept

Aston Martin is getting ready to launch six new models over the next six years. The models will include a replacement to the DB9 / DBS, Vantage, Rapide as well as new models including the Lagonda and Cygnet.

The Aston Martin DB9 replacement will include a redesigned exterior, fresh interior and an updated V12 engine. Much of the VH structure alloy underpinnings will be upgraded to cut weight and improve stiffness. The next-generation DBS will get more power and a sportier chassis along with a revised interior and a more aggressive exterior. All these changes are expected to be made between 2013 and 2015.

In 2014, Aston will update the Vantage, which is being engineered alongside the DB9. The next Vantage will feature some structural changes to reduce weight. Also in 2014, Aston Martin will push its Lagonda brand. Aston is still pushing its Lagonda SUV concept, which will share its underpinnings with the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class.

Even though the Aston Martin Rapide sedan just made its market debut, Aston is working on the next-generation model, which should arrive in 2016. Aston has ruled out a Lagonda sedan in favor of the Rapide.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: AutoCar

Look at what we found in our mailbox to make our cloudy Thursday morning a little brighter – our friend Chris Harris from EVO Magazine has just dropped us a two part video of his latest segment where he tests the new Bentley Continental Supersports against the Aston Martin DBS and the Ferrari 599 HGTE.

Check out the two part video after the jump.

Refresher: Power for the Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible comes from a 6.0L W12 twin-turbocharged engine producing 621-hp with a maximum torque of 590 lb-ft. Mated to ZF 6-speed Quickshift automatic gearbox, the Continental Supersports Convertible goes from 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 202 mph. The Continental Supersports Convertible is flex-fuel capable, meaning it can run on either gasoline or E85 ethanol.

2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible:

2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible:

- By: Omar Rana

Source: EVO

The 510-hp V12 engine of the Aston Martin DBS is already a very impressive performer allowing the coupe to go from 0-62 mph in 4.3 seconds with a top speed of 191 mph. Well, there are a few out there that believe a little jump in the power of the V12 can make for a better DBS and those few are called edo Competition.

After some ECU modifications and software recalibration, the 6.0L V12 of the DBS pushes 550-hp with a maximum torque of 442 lb-ft. That allows the edo Competition Aston Martin DBS to go from 0-62 mph in 4.1 seconds with a top speed of 199 mph. Other performance enhancing features include a high-performance stainless steel exhaust system, a sports suspension system and much more.

Click here to get prices on the Aston Martin DBS.

Of course you can pick from a variety of exterior and interior modifications including edo Competition 21-inch black wheels wrapped in a set of Continental tires in the following dimensions: 255/ 30 ZR 21 (front), 295/ 25 ZR 21 (rear).

edo Competition Aston Martin DBS:

- By: Kap Shah

Speaking at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, Aston Martin’s CEO Ulrich Bez said that he will stay on as the company’s CEO until 2016. Bez had been scheduled to step down as CEO in 2012, but shareholders have convinced him to stay on.

Aston Martin said it will commemorate Bez”s 10th year as Chief Executive of the company by unveiling the DBS UB-2010 edition, with a limited run of 40 DBS units comprising 20 Coupes and 20 Volantes.

Capitalising on the new Works Service Tailored competencies, each DBS UB-2010 has been specified personally by Dr. Bez and features a unique “˜Azurite Black” paint finish, a metallic bronze leather with woven leather seat inserts and a “˜Cryptic Titan” facia finish. Each car will get a “˜UB-2010″ sill plaque signed by Dr. Bez together with a final inspection plate after Dr. Bez has signed-off each of the 40 cars personally.

Prices will be confirmed at a later date.

- By: Omar Rana

Evan Lysacek, Olympic Games gold medalist who took the top prize for the U.S. in men’s figure skating, said last week he’s going to go home and treat himself to an Aston Martin DBS. Lysacek, who currently owns a Range Rover, says he now wants to be “just like Bond” and own the DBS supercar.

Lysacek was quoted by Yahoo! Sports saying he’ll buy the $269,000 sports car in Los Angeles soon after he returns from the Olympic Games. Gary Briggs, a salesman for Aston Martin Newport Beach said that the DBS is “very much the gentleman’s sports car…a fine choice for an Olympic champion.”

We’re pretty sure its a lot more fun to do spins in a DBS rather than skates.

- By: Kap Shah

Source: Inside Line

The Aston Martin DBS and the V12 Vantange have been successful sellers for Aston since their launch. To celebrate their success, Aston is launching a unique Carbon Black Special Edition of both models that adds “typically understated flair to these acclaimed models.”

Both models feature Carbon Black metallic paint and have undergone 50 man-hours of man painting following a stringent quality check. The V12 Vantage’s side strake has been made from real carbon fiber with a black mesh that compliments the gloss black 10-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels. A bright grille and front parking sensors complete the exterior on both vehicles.

Inside, the models get Obsidian Black leather highlighted with silver coarse stitch – all hand stitched by the people at Gaydon. The standard seats have been replaced by Piano black carbon fiber and Kevlar seats that cut weight by 17kg.

Also for the Carbon Black special-edition, the Aston Martin 700w Premium Audio System comes standard in the V12 Vantage, while the DBS keeps its the Bang & Olufsen Beosound DBS audio system as standard.

The Carbon Black Editions of both cars are available to order from dealerships with pricing to be finalized in early 2010 (expect it to be approximately 5% over the current base prices of both models). Those who purchase the Carbon Black Edition V12 Vantage will have the opportunity to take part in Aston Martin”s Performance Driving Course (UK and Europe only) free of charge.

Click through for the press release.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage Carbon Black Edition:

Aston Martin DBS Carbon Black Edition:

Press Release:

Aston Martin Carbon Black Special Editions

Gaydon, Warwickshire. 18 December 2009. Aston Martin”s two top-of-the-range sports cars; the DBS and V12 Vantage have undergone a unique Carbon Black makeover to create a highly desirable special edition.

Celebrating the enormous success of the DBS and V12 Vantage which have surpassed all sales expectations since launch, the new special editions add a typically understated flair to these acclaimed models. Featuring bespoke Carbon Black metallic paint especially formulated with a subtle metallic twist to create a deep rich patina. Each car will undergo 50 man-hours of hand painting followed by stringent quality checks. For the V12 Vantage the iconic Aston Martin side strake has been fashioned from real carbon fibre backed by a black mesh and complimented with gloss black 10 spoke diamond turned alloy wheels. A bright finished grille and front parking sensors (normally an option) complete the exterior detailing.

Inside, owners will be greeted to swathes of Obsidian Black leather highlighted with a contrast silver coarse stitch all hand stitched by the craftspeople at Gaydon ““ Aston Martin”s global headquarters in England.

Lightweight seats formed from Carbon Fibre and Kevlar saving 17 kg over the standard seat also feature together with Piano black facia trim, centre stack and centre console, anodised black tread plates and unique sill plaques build on the carbon theme. The Aston Martin 700w Premium Audio System is delivered as standard in the V12 Vantage while the DBS boasts the Bang & Olufsen Beosound DBS audio system as standard.

Customers who order a Carbon Black Edition V12 Vantage will have the opportunity to experience Aston Martin”s renowned Performance Driving Course (UK and Europe only) free of charge which offers a memorable day helping customers to equip themselves with the skill sets to enhance the enjoyment of their Aston Martin on the track.

The Carbon Black Editions are available to order from the official Aston Martin dealership network with final pricing (expected to be approximately 5% over current base prices) to be confirmed in the New Year.

About the DBS

The DBS was launched in 2007 and is Aston Martin”s ultimate GT sports car. Benefitting from weight saving materials including aluminium and carbon fibre; the DBS offers dynamic and aesthetic purity, an exquisite interior and a driving experience unsurpassed by any other car in its coupe and Volante forms. Its hand built V12 engine produces 380 kW (510 bhp / 517 PS) making it one of the most powerful production cars Aston Martin has ever made. In 2009, the DBS “˜Volante” (Aston Martin”s nomenclature for convertible) joined the DBS line-up

About the V12 Vantage

Launched in 2009, agility and outright performance form the basis of the design of the V12 Vantage creating the most exciting incarnation of the Vantage line-up to date. The V12 Vantage subtly hints at its sporting intent with its controlled aggression and lower, purposeful stance. The naturally aspirated 6.0- V12 engine provides the driver with instantaneous access to high levels of power and torque at all engine speeds, while Aston Martin”s class-leading, all alloy VH (Vertical Horizontal) architecture provides exceptional strength and rigidity.

- By: Kap Shah

Taking a break from all the GM news today we’re going to bring you some news from the supercar world. The folks at PistonHeads apparently ran into some Aston Martin test-drivers on a trip to the Nurburgring. Besides seeing the Aston Martin Rapide, the Aston Martin drivers were hanging out with a DBS prototype.

While the group remained tight-lipped about the car, Nurburgring sources are saying that Aston Martin is working on a hardcore version of the DBS. Think of it as an “R” type package with a bunch of performance upgrades and sleeker looks. If sources are to be believed, you can expect some suspension and power upgrades.

Will it happen? Only time will tell.

- By: The Daily Auto Editor

Source: PistonHeads

When the Aston Martin DBS Volante made its debut at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, Aston released only a couple of studio shots. In between, the Aston Martin Rapide and the Aston Martin Cygnet, the folks at Gaydon have found a little time to take some real-life shots of the DBS Volante.

Refresher: Power comes from the same 6.0L V12 from the DBS Coupe producing 510-hp and a maximum torque of 420 lb-ft. 0 to 62 mph time of 4.3 seconds with a top speed of 191 mph. The engine can be mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox or the Touchtronic 2 6-speed gearbox with electronic shift-by-wire control system. The motorized retractable fabric roof comes down in 14 seconds and can be activated at speeds of up to 30 mph at the touch of a button.

Check out the full high-res gallery after the jump.

Aston Martin DBS Volante:

- By: Omar Rana

Sitting there at the Aston Martin display being overshadowed by the new One-77 is the Aston Martin DBS Volante.

Completing that DBS lineup the Aston Martin DBS Volante features an electric fabric roof that comes down in just 14 seconds and can be operated at speed of up to 30 mph. Of course, that means keeping an easy force on the accelerator which gives the 510-hp 6.0L V12 the ability to push the DBS Volante from 0 to 62 mph in 4.3 seconds. Power is transferred to the wheels by a 6-speed manual or Aston’s new Touchtronic 2 6-speed transmission.

Deliveries for the Aston Martin DBS Volante will begin in the third-quarter of 2009. It will make its U.S. debut at the 2009 New York Auto Show.

Aston Martin DBS Volante:

Joining the Aston Martin V12 Vantage and the Lagonda Concept at Geneva next week will be the new Aston Martin DBS Volante, which will complete the DBS lineup.

Power comes from the same 6.0L V12 from the DBS Coupe making a total of 510-hp with a maximum torque of 420 lb-ft. That allows for a 0 to 62 mph time of 4.3 seconds with a top speed of 191 mph. The DBS Volante can be mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox or the Touchtronic 2 6-speed gearbox with electronic shift-by-wire control system. The motorised retractable fabric roof comes down in 14 seconds and can be activated at speeds of up to 30 mph at the touch of a button.

The Aston Martin DBS Volante will be built at the company’s Gaydon headquarters with deliveries to begin in the third-quarter of 2009. Pricing information will be revealed at the Geneva Motor Show next week.

Click through for the massive press release.

Aston Martin DBS Volante:

Press Release:

Aston Martin DBS Volante: Fusing Open Top Motoring With the Ultimate Luxury Sports Car

    – The ultimate open air motoring experience
    – Lightweight fabric hood preserving DBS’s purity of lines and beauty
    – Class leading handling characteristics and torsional strength
    – At home in the town or city as on country roads

Aston Martin will premiere the DBS Volante at the Geneva Auto Salon on the 3rd March 2009. Completing the DBS line-up, the new Volante will afford customers the combination of the DBS’s already-established benchmark sports car characteristics with all the thrills of open-air motoring.

Broadening the DBS’s character, the DBS Volante will appeal to drivers who wish to combine the excitement of driving a finely-tuned sports car with the invigorating feeling of being open to the elements. This juxtaposition of ultimate performance and openness stirs the senses on any drive whether an exhilarating jaunt on favoured roads or cruising on lengthy journeys. ‘Volante’, meaning ‘moving with light rapidity’, perfectly defines the performance potential and the dynamic characteristics of the DBS Volante.

Featuring a motorised retractable fabric roof, the DBS’s beautiful profile is preserved whether up or down. When the roof is closed, it provides a warm comfortable ambience and when open, it neatly disappears behind the new tonneau cover at the touch of a button.

Aston Martin’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr Ulrich Bez said: “The DBS Volante delivers the utmost relaxed driving experience with the hood up or down. It combines engineering excellence with design perfection.

“The DBS Volante offers a subtle mix of power and performance. Adding to this, the fine craftsmanship ““ it is an unparalleled ownership and driving experience.” Conceived as a Volante from the outset, Aston Martin engineers opted for a fabric hood to closely follow the silhouette of the DBS coupe and due to its lightweight properties, minimise overall weight gain. Fully retractable in only 14 seconds and at up to speeds of 30 mph (48 km/h), the roof will automatically stow under the newly sculpted tonneau, maintaining the DBS Volante’s perfect form ““ hood up or down.

Power is provided by Aston Martin’s hand-built all alloy 6.0-litre V12 engine producing 510 bhp (380 kW / 517 PS), and 570 Nm (420 lb ft) of torque with a top speed of 191 mph (307 km/h) and 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) time of 4.3 seconds. The nature of the V12, and in particular the torque available at all engine speeds, serves to provide effortless driving in all situations.

Aston Martin’s 16th convertible in 95 years, the DBS Volante draws on the marque’s extensive experience in designing iconic ‘Volantes’ and is a 2+2 featuring two occasional rear seats, ideal for young people or extra luggage. In standard specification, the DBS has a rear-mounted six-speed manual gearbox, while an automatic six-speed ‘Touchtronic’ option is also available. As with the coupe, the Volante is offered with carbon ceramic brakes as standard providing exceptional stopping power. Benefitting from materials derived from the motorsport and aerospace industries, the bonnet, front wings and boot lid are made from carbon fibre all helping to reduce weight.

The DBS Volante also comes with Bang & Olufsen’s renowned ‘BeoSound DBS’ in-car entertainment system, featuring 13 speakers as standard equipment. The BeoSound DBS has been expertly tuned by Bang & Olufsen’s Tonmeisters and Aston Martin’s acoustic engineers specifically for the Volante resulting in a system that senses when the roof has been retracted and adjusts the sound stage to compensate for extra wind noise, providing an unrivalled automotive audio experience.

The DBS Volante will be built at Aston Martin’s global headquarters at Gaydon, Warwickshire with customer deliveries expected to commence during quarter three 2009 and prices will be confirmed at the Geneva Auto Salon.

Aston Martin DBS Volante Specifications:

Body

    – Two-door convertible body style with 2+2 seating
    – Bonded aluminium VH structure
    – Aluminium, magnesium alloy and carbon-fibre composite body
    – Extruded aluminium door side-impact beams
    – High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps (main beam)
    – LED rear lamps and side repeaters

Engine

    – All-alloy, quad overhead camshaft, 48-valve, 5935 cc V12
    – Compression ratio 10.9:1
    – Front-mid mounted engine, rear-wheel drive
    – Fully catalysed stainless steel exhaust system with active bypass valves
    – Max power: 380 kW (510 bhp / 517 PS) at 6500 rpm
    – Max torque: 570 Nm (420 lb.ft) at 5750 rpm
    – Acceleration: 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 4.3 seconds
    – Max speed: 307 km/h (191 mph)

Transmission

    – Rear-mid mounted, six-speed manual gearbox. Rear-mid mounted ‘Touchtronic 2′ six-speed gearbox with electronic shift-by-wire control system
    – Alloy torque tube with carbon fibre propeller shaft
    – Limited-slip differential
    – Final-drive ratio 3.71:1 (manual) 3.46:1 (Touchtronic)

Wheels and Tyres

    – Front: 8.5” x 20” Pirelli P Zero 245/35
    – Rear: 11” x 20” Pirelli P Zero 295/30
Steering

    – Rack and pinion, Servotronic speed-sensitive power-assisted steering, 3.0 turns lock-to-lock
    – Column tilt and reach adjustment

Suspension

    – Front: Independent double wishbone incorporating anti-dive geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar and monotube adaptive dampers
    – Rear: Independent double wishbones with anti-squat and anti-lift geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar and monotube adaptive dampers
    – Adaptive Damping System (ADS) with Track mode

Brakes

    – Front: Ventilated carbon ceramic discs, 398 mm diameter with six-piston callipers
    – Rear: Ventilated carbon ceramic discs, 360 mm diameter with four-piston callipers
    – Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Track mode
    – Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
    – Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
    – Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
    – Traction control

Dimensions

Length:

4721 mm (185.9”)

Wheelbase:

2740 mm (107.9”)

Width:

1905 mm (75”) (exc. Mirrors)
2060 mm (81.1”) (inc. Mirrors)

Fuel tank capacity:

78 litres (17.2 Imp.galls, 20.5 US galls)

Height:

1280 mm (50.4”)

Weight:

1810 kg

Interior

    – Full grain leather interior
    – Matrix alloy facia trim and Iridium Silver centre console surround
    – Carbon fibre door trims and door pulls
    – Auto-dimming rear-view mirror & garage door opener (USA & Canada only)
    – Sports seats with electric adjustment
    – Memory seats & exterior mirrors (three positions)
    – Dual-stage driver/passenger front airbags
    – Side airbags
    – Heated seats
    – Heated rear screen
    – Automatic temperature control
    – Organic Electroluminescent (OEL) displays
    – Trip computer
    – LED map lights
    – Cruise control
    – Hard Disk Drive (HDD) satellite navigation system1,2
    – Bluetooth telephone preparation1
    – Powerfold exterior mirrors
    – Front and rear parking sensors
    – Tyre-pressure monitoring1
    – Alarm and immobiliser
    – Remote-control central door locking and boot release
    – Wind deflector
    – Battery disconnect switch
    – Battery conditioner1
    – Tracking device3 (UK only)
    – Boot-mounted umbrella
    – Lamy pen and pen holder (Touchtronic only)

In-Car Entertainment

    – Bang & Olufsen BeoSound DBS sound system
    – Integrated Apple iPod® connector
    – USB connector with Waveform Audio Format (WAF), Windows Media Player (WMA) and MPEG (MP3) audio file compatibility
    – 3.5 mm auxiliary input socket

Options

    – 20” 20-spoke alloy wheels with graphite finish
    – 20″ 10-spoke diamond-turned alloy wheels
    – 20″ 10-spoke diamond-turned alloy wheels with graphite finish
    – Satellite radio system (USA only)
    – Piano Black facia trim and centre console surround
    – Personalised sill plaques
    – Auto-dimming interior rear-view mirror1
    – Auto-dimming interior rear-view mirror with garage door opener (Europe only)
    – Alarm upgrade (volumetric and tilt sensor)
    – Tracking device1,3
    – First-aid kit
    – Ashtray and cigar lighter
-1 Not available in all markets
-2 Includes Traffic Messaging Channel (TMC) in Continental Europe
-3 Complies with UK Thatcham Category 5 requirements. Excludes subscription. Standard in UK.