Aston Martin

Aston Martin DB9

Price $198,000 – $214,000
Fuel consumption 10.7 – 16.2 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 62%(view ratings)
James Bond’s favourite ride offers up 510 (DB9) or 565 horses (Vanquish) from its front-mounted V12. Equipped with a six-speed automatic, these grand touring coupes offer room for four. The DB9 is available this year in special Black Carbon and White Carbon editions, both featuring carbon fibre trim pieces. The lighter of the two, the Vanquish, is the ultimate Aston Martin and British restraint won’t prevent it from rubbing fenders with Italy’s best exotics. No factory Q package, sadly.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 62%
Driving 9/10
Safety 6/10
Interior 5/10
Reliability 8/10
Winter driving 2/10
Comfort 7/10

What's new in 2015

N/A

Pros

  • Timeless lines
  • Sporty and comfortable
  • Sound of the V12
  • Everyday use possible
  • Less expensive than the Italians

Cons

  • Poor distribution network
  • Symbolic back seats
  • No V8 (DB9)
  • No twin clutch gearbox
  • Poor resale value

Recalls