Top Gear Drives The World’s First Super Tourer: Aston Martin DB12

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The all-new 2024 Aston Martin DB12 undoubtedly possesses the ability to substantiate its declare as a “tremendous tourer.” It’s geared up with a formidable 4.0L twin twin-scroll turbocharged V8 engine, unleashing a powerful 670 HP at 6000 RPM and 590 lbs-ft of torque between 2,500 and 6,000 RPM.

Energy is effectively transmitted by a rear axle mounted ZF 8-speed computerized gearbox, that includes digital shift-by-wire know-how and related to the engine by way of a carbon fiber prop shaft housed in an alloy torque tube. Regardless of its curb weight of three,981 lbs, the DB12 surges previous the 60 MPH mark in a swift 3.5 seconds. With a high pace of 202 MPH, it ranks among the many quickest non-limited-edition Aston Martins in historical past.

Notably, the DB12 exudes an look meaning enterprise. Its bodywork has undergone skillful enhancements, placing a steadiness between the muscularity of the DBS and modern design components with sharper outlined creases. The wheels becoming snugly inside the arches, the enlarged intakes, the curvature of the bonnet, and the broad haunches contribute to its smooth and aggressive aesthetic.

Ollie Marriage from Prime Gear will get behind the wheel of the Aston Martin DB12 to see if it has what it takes to be an actual “tremendous tourer”.

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