The Aston Martin DB9 comes in coupe and convertible (Volante) forms and is powered by a 6.0-liter V-12 engine that generates 470 horsepower. Competitors include the Ferrari F430 and Lamborghini Gallardo.
Exterior The Aston Martin DB9
A long aluminum hood sits above a familiar Aston Martin grille, and there are side strakes on the front quarter panels. The DB9's rear haunches are wide and curvaceous, and its profile features a prominent trunk. "Swan wing" doors rise at a 12-degree angle for easier access.
* 19-inch wheels
* Aluminum and lightweight composite body panels
* Magnesium steering column and inner doorframe
* Volante's fabric top folds underneath a hard tonneau cover that sits flush with the bodywork
* Sensors can detect a potential rollover and deploy a roll bar (Volante)
* Aston Martin says the windshield pillars can withstand twice the car's body weight
* Front parking sensors; rear sensors are optional
* LEDs in the door handles illuminate for easy location at night
Interior The Aston Martin DB9
The DB9 offers 2+2 seating that features leather with walnut, mahogany, piano black, Tamo Ash or bamboo trim. A center console constructed from die-cast zinc has a painted silver finish. To start the engine, the driver must press a clear glass button. The tachometer dial runs counterclockwise and has no redline. Instead, a red warning symbol appears at various engine speeds, depending on ambient temperature and engine mileage.
* Bluetooth connectivity
* MP3 jack
* iPod connectivity
* Optional satellite radio
* Standard audio system with 700 watts
* Available Bang & Olufsen stereo
* Multilingual information system includes Russian, Greek and Chinese
EPA Fuel Economy:
City: 11 – 13 Highway: 17 – 20
Available Engines:
470-hp, 6.0-liter V-12 (premium)
Available Transmissions: 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed manual w/OD
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