Aston Martin DBS Volante (AM7)
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante (chassis code AM7) is a luxury convertible in production from 2019. It is powered by a bi-turbocharged V12 engine that displaced 5.2 liters.
Undoubtedly, the most exciting thing about the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante is the V12 engine, which offers a level of smoothness and instant power response that no other engine configuration can compare. While it is no longer naturally-aspirated, the gain in torque makes the vehicle even more thrilling.
Still, the car is not perfect: compared to the previous DBS, the AM7 has somewhat awkward, incoherent styling elements.
With a 14.0L/100km (16.8mpg) fuel "dis-economy", owners have to be prepared to pay for their "smiles-per-mile".
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante comes with double-wishbone at the front and multi-link at the rear. Combined with RWD, this setup provides one of the best handling characteristics and tuning capabilities.
Ratings
What we found
Neofiliac score 92%
Pros
- Great performance
- Moderately light for its class
- Awe-inspiring V12 biturbo
- Balanced handling characteristics
Cons
- Not as beautiful as the previous DBS
- Very high fuel consumption
What external reviewers found
External score 83%
Pros
- Superb infotainment
- Good handling
- Excellent ride quality
- Impressive handling
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Not as fast as the coupe
- Lackluster interior
- Pricey for what you get
- Cabin isn't the best
- Won’t be for everyone
- No hardtop roof
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External Reviews
autocar[1]
Reviewer score 79% (normalized by Neofiliac)Rear spring and skyhook damper rates are increased to cope with an additional 100kg of mass. There are modes for the suspension, and in their firmest setting the dampers do a very good job of keeping body control close without shattering the ride quality. But at speed that back axle is less poised than with the coupe, and more prone to a shimmy. It's marginal, but it's there.
Pros
- Powerful V12 engine
- Impressive handling
- Excellent ride quality
Cons
- Not as fast as the coupe
- Won’t be for everyone
autoexpress[2]
Reviewer score 90% (normalized by Neofiliac)The DBS Superleggera Volante is the new premier super GT convertible in Aston Marin's now two-car open-top line-up. Just like the coupe, the convertible uses the same bonded aluminum platform used on the DB11, and of course the same 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12. The car from Crewe costs a sizeable £72,400 less than the new big Aston, so the DBS is setting out its stall quite confidently.
Pros
- Powerful V12
- Comfortable to drive
- Impressive handling
Cons
- No hard-top roof
- No hardtop roof
cnet[3]
Reviewer score 88% (normalized by Neofiliac)The DBS Superleggera Volante has a 715-hp twin-turbo V12 engine. The interior is comfortable, but its design isn't quite as lovely as the exterior. It's best enjoyed on a winding road with the wind in your hair; save track days for another time.
Pros
- Powerful V12 engine
- Gorgeous looks
- Superb infotainment
Cons
- Lackluster interior
- Cabin isn't the best
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