Aston Martin Rapide s Review
Looks and Interiors:-
Elegantly designed Rapide S is provided with four doors which are rare in this class. Other than that it has Aston Martin’s signature chrome grille, attractive edgy bi-xenon headlamps with daytime running LEDs with integrated LED side lights and direction indicators. It is provided with Extruded aluminium door side-impact beams that give an agile sporty look to the car. The large side air intake extending up to the front door makes it look even faster. LED rear lamps and side repeater gives it more attractive look. 20” Multi-spoke alloy Silver painted wheels with the diamond-turned finish, the lower roofline and extended bonnet all combine to give the car classic look. Inside the car when you sit on the seats featured with comfort and luxury you will find attractive steering wheel, extraordinarily fitted infotainment system, dynamic control switches. Attractive glove box, intelligent cluster meter, and smart storage system combine to make the interior looks aesthetic. The air conditioning system, lights and switches are perfectly imparted and spaced to take care of your comfort.
Engine and Transmission:-
Rapide S is equipped with 6.0 litre AM29 V12 engine that imparts 552 bhp of power and takes it to a top speed of 327 kmph, a 0-100 mph time of just 4.4 sec. It is fitted with world’s first transaxle eight-speed transmission – Aston Martin Touchtronic III. Which makes the driving smoother and .comfortable and feel the car more powerful in all driving situations. Adaptive damping system makes the car move soft and comfortable.
Pros:-
- Powerful V-12 Engine
- Perfect handling
- Excellent Ride Comfort
- Great Comfort.
Cons:-
- Expensive compared to its rivals
- Low Seats
- Huge running cost
Overview
- Make- Aston Martin
- Model- Rapide s
- Body Type- Coupe
- Mileage- 10.9 kmpl
- Transmission- Automatic transmission
- Seating Capacity- 4 Person
- Engine- Displacement 5935
- Max Torque- 630Nm@5500rpm
- Max Power- 552bhp@6650rpm
- Fuel type- Petrol
- Airbags- 6 Airbags
- Power Windows- Front & Rear
- Central Locking- Remote
- Air Conditioner- Automatic Climate Control
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) –No
Engine& Transmission
| Top Speed (in kmph) | 327 |
| Acceleration (0-100 Kmph) | 4.4 |
| Engine Displacement | 5935 |
| Maximum Power | 552bhp@6650rpm |
| Maximum Torque (Nm @ Max. RPM) | 630Nm@5500rpm |
| Engine Details | 6.0-litres 552bhp 48V V-Type Petrol Engine |
| Turning radius (in m) | 6.2 meters |
| No. of Cylinders | 12 |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | Supercharged |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.9:1 |
| Fuel Supply | Direct Injection |
| Gear Box | 8 Speed |
| Steering Type | Rack & Pinion |
| Fuel Efficiency City (kmpl) | 5 |
| Valve Configuration | 4, DOHC |
| Bore X Stroke | 79 mm |
| Fuel Efficiency Highway (kmpl) | 11 |
| Emission Norms | Euro VI |
| Air Cleaner Type | N/A |
CAPACITY
| Seating Capacity | 4 Person |
| No. of Doors | 4 Doors |
| Length (in mm) | 5020 mm |
| Width (in mm) | 2140 mm |
| Height (in mm) | 1360 mm |
| Ground Clearance (in mm) | 108 |
| Front Track (in mm) | 1589 mm |
| Rear Track (in mm) | 1613 mm |
| Wheel Base (in mm) | 2989 mm |
| Kerb Weight (in kg) | 1990 kg |
| Gross Weight (in kg) | N/A |
| Front Headroom (in mm) | 36.4 |
| Front Legroom (in mm) | 42.7 |
| Rear Headroom (in mm) | 29.9 |
| Rear Legroom (in mm) | 28.5 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (liters) | 90.5 |
| Cargo Volume (in litres) | 317 litres |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless |
| Tyre Specs. | 245/40 R20 |
| Wheel Specs. | 20 Inch |
| Boot Space (in litres) | 3.17L |
| Tyre Pressure (Leaden) | N/A |
| Tyre Pressure (Unleaden) | N/A |
