Aston Martin officially launches V8-powered DB11

MANILA: Aston Martin has officially released an all-new, twin-turbo V8 powered DB11. The car is specially crafted for individuals who wish to experience a more powerful characteristic as compared to the luxurious grand touring feel of the top-range V12. 

The Chairman and President of the Aston Martin Manila, Marc Tagle, said, “With the offering of the V8 engine on the DB11, I am confident that we will broaden the appeal and draw more customers to our brand. We are looking forward to seeing more of our favorite GT on the streets of the Philippines. Our customers will enjoy the invigorating drive experience this sporty model can offer in our vibrant country.”

It can be easily noted that there are very subtle differences between Aston Martin’s V8 and V12 in terms of the exteriors. In the V8 model, darker accents on the headlamps infuse a sporty edge to the car. The presence of finely finished 20-inch alloys and a pair of bonnet vents add even more sportiness to the car. The vents on the V8 can be chosen by the owner to be finished in black or titanium silver.

The major differences that the V8 possesses are the ones which dynamically improve its driving experience. The V8 is equipped with a Mercedes-AMG sourced 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine. This engine is rated at 510 PS and 675 Nm mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox with a rotary gear selector and paddle shifters. As compared to the V12, the V8 has 98 PS less power and yet lags behind by just 25 newton-meters of torque.

Max Szwaj, Aston Martin’s Chief Technical Officer, stated that “As an engineer, I find the DB11 a fascinating car. One with great depth of character and ability. Of course, the V12-engined variant is an icon – an ultimate, if you like, but the V8 is very much its own car. One with a distinct and carefully crafted character that’s truly seductive. It has been hugely rewarding to put our stamp on this new engine – both in the way it sounds and performs – and to use its impressive attributes as the impetus to reveal a little more of the DB11’s sporting character”.

Aston Martin is offering same standard equipment level and an extensive palette of color and trim options for both of the variants of the DB11.  The V8-powered DB11 is now available for sale with first deliveries commencing by the end of March 2018.