Few automobile manufacturers can hold themselves against the reputation of Aston Martin and the quality and performance they deliver with their cars. Throughout the years, this British sports car company has produced cars that could compete with Italian supercars like the Lamborghini Huracan in terms of speed and performance while providing luxury and comfort on par with top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benzes.
The exotic and futuristic 2022 Aston Martin DB11 is Aston Martin’s latest statement in blending speed and comfort wrapped in elegance. Hand-built entirely in England, the DB11 can seamlessly switch between a daily-driver luxury car and a beast ready to put exotics to shame. With all its advantages, it is no surprise that its latest model price tag starts at about $205,000. However, we believe the DB11 is worth every penny, and here’s why.
8 Generations Of Success To Back The DB11 Up
When choosing a pricey car, one of the ways to make sure you’re making the right decision is to go for one that has a history of successful models backing it up. In the case of grand tourers, Aston Martin has a proven record in building luxury sports cars designed for high speed while spoiling the driver with comfort on long-distance drives.
Aston Martin has mainly focused on manufacturing grand touring cars since the 50s. With models like the DB5, the DB9, and the DBS, Aston Martin has made itself a reputation that any other car manufacturer can hardly top.
7 The DB11’s Exquisite Design Makes It An All-In-One Supercar
In terms of the design language, the DB11 follows the footsteps of its ancestors with pride. However, it is not ashamed of making bold statements either. The DB11 looks undoubtedly like an Aston Martin from a distance; long and wide hood, iconic narrow and mean headlights, and generously spread curves. These features alone make Aston Martin cars look on par with a Ferrari 458 and as luxurious as a Bentley Continental GT (or arguably even more elegant).
Although the spirit of Aston Martin is alive and thriving in the DB11, its exquisite design makes it different from any other Aston Martin. With futuristic aerodynamic lines that move freely across the body, a wide chassis, and a cozy interior, it has everything you’d want in a GT car; elegance and speed.
6 An Interior That Matches The Price Tag
With a leathered-out interior, the DB11 is made to be luxurious and comfortable. The front grille and the dashboard follow the successful formula in previous generations. If you’re an old Aston Martin driver, you’d certainly appreciate the familiarity. The central box, along with the infotainment system, look and feel premium. The seats are positioned low, which gives the driver the sporty feeling of being in the car's core.
However, the low sitting position does not reduce the visibility. The rear seats are adequately roomy for a GT car. Of course, they fall short of a sedan’s rear seats. But when compared to other grand touring cars, the DB11 is considered relatively roomy for the rear passengers. Aston Martin gives you the freedom to go as crazy as you want with the interior. Almost everything in the interior is customizable with a variety of colors.
5 The DB11’s Powerplant Is Ready To Scare Supercars Away
Aston Martin went all in for the DB11 in terms of performance. The DB11 uses the first generation of Aston Martin’s compact-sized V12 engine. But don’t let the numbers fool you; though the engine capacity went from 6.0 to 5.2 liters, it is by no means less menacing. The twin-turbocharged V12 in the DB11 can boast 600 hp. As long as you have the money, Aston Martin is happy to provide you with 30 more ponies with the DB11 AMR model.
You have the option to go for a V8 model that can produce about a hundred less horsepower. Both engine options are paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox. However, opt for the fastest trim, and you'll be hitting 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds and reaching a top speed of 208 mph.
4 The Smoothest Driving Experience In An Aston Martin
The DB11 is the middle child in the Aston Martin lineups. It as the swiftness of the smaller Aston Martin Vantage, while it can roar with a monstrous V12 like the DBS Superleggera. Taking advantage of the best of both worlds has provided the DB11 with a pleasant driving experience where the line between luxury and quickness is almost nonexistent.
3 No Need To Compromise Comfort And Practicality
The DB11 makes driving across continents as comforting as possible while it is ready to accept any exotic car’s challenge for a quick drag race. Sitting in the low-positioned seats of the DB11 gives the feeling of driving a luxurious fight jet. The DB11’s handling makes it just as sporty as it is comfortable.
2 No Competition
With supercar-level performance and some of the most luxurious interiors among all grand tourers, the Aston Martin has very little direct competition. The Bentley Continental GT comes close, but loses to the DB11 both in terms of price and performance, being over 1000 lbs heavier than the Aston. Then there are high-performance offerings from brands such as Mercedes-Benz in the form of the SL63 AMG, but even that boasts almost 60 hp less than the DB11.
The new Ferrari Roma might give the DB11 a decent run for its money, but even then, you'd be sacrificing 18 horsepower and a convertible option, only to end up with a 10-mph lower top speed.
1 Reliability Of Aston Martin
Though it is hard to judge the reliability of the DB11, since it’s been out for not so long, one can assure themselves that Aston Martin did their best in making it as foul-proof as possible. Aston Martin has been working on their 5.2-liter V12 for decades to make sure it works as seamlessly as possible.
Besides the V12 engine, Aston Martin has made sure to supply other parts of the DB11 from reliable and trusted sources. Mercedes-Benz supplies all the car’s electrical systems. Aston Martin has a proven record in manufacturing grand touring cars. With their recent investments in researching safety and reliability, it is safe to say that Aston Martin’s reputation will only get bigger and better with the DB11.