Aston Martin DBS 2023 Review, Pricing and Specifications

Coupes

$333,686

$352,886

770 The Main Coup

$450,000 (estimated)

770 Ultimate Volante

$475,000 (estimated)

We think the open air experience of the soft-top convertible Volante is all there is to get. Aston Martin offers many customization options for the DBS, so we challenge you to create a different look that will help this car stand out. conco car show in 50 years.

Engine, Transmission and Performance

Capable of reaching the 60 mph in 3.2 seconds claimed for the coupe, the DBS is a very fast touring car that tops out at 211 mph, regardless of bodystyle. The twin-turbocharged 5.2-liter V-12 engine produces 715 horsepower and drives the rear wheels via an eight-speed automatic; Hit the accelerator and DBS takes off like a Saturn V rocket. Face some twisty roads and DBS rewards—if challenged—to drive fast. The ride suits rough pavement, but don’t expect the same level of smoothness as on a Mercedes-Benz S class.

Real World Fuel and MPG Savings

Like other high-powered exotic sports cars, the DBS isn’t especially fuel efficient, but the EPA’s 22 mpg highway fuel economy rating puts it above the same high-end sports cars as Ferrari F8 Tributo (19 mpg highway) and Lamborghini Huracan (highway 18 mpg). We haven’t had a chance to test DBS’s fuel efficiency on our 200-mile highway fuel economy test, but if we do, we’ll update this story with the results. For more information on DBS fuel economy, visit EPA website.

Interior, Comfort and Cargo

That DBS is a grand-touring sports car and as such comes standard with plenty of luxuries to make your journey comfortable. Leather-wrapped power-adjustable sports seats with heat and memory settings are standard. Several different trim options are available in the DBS cab, including open porous ash wood, carbon fiber and satin chrome. We’re not sure how much hand luggage will fit in DBS luggage as, unfortunately, we don’t have any in our offices for testing yet. But Aston Martin will sell you a custom four-piece luggage set that’s even matched to the interior color of your particular car.

Infotainment and Connectivity

All DBS models come with an 8.0-inch infotainment screen with navigation, as well as Bluetooth telephony and audio streaming connectivity. The infotainment interface itself is a lightweight version of Mercedes-Benz’s COMAND software; the click wheel and touchpad on the center console allow the driver or passenger to navigate the menus with relative ease. Overall, it’s a fairly intuitive system. Nine-speaker stereo is standard, but buyers can upgrade to the Bang & Olufsen setup.

Safety and Driver Assistance Features

So far driver assistance features worry, Aston Martin offers few such goodies at DBS. For more information on DBS crash test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) website. Key safety features include:

• Standard front and rear parking sensors
• Standard 360 degree exterior camera system
• Standard airbags and electronic stability control

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

As a boutique automaker, Aston Martin offers a unique warranty package consisting of a three-year non-expiring consecutive protection policy at any given mileage. However, DBS buyers will be stuck paying for their own dealer maintenance visits, as the brand does not offer a free scheduled maintenance policy as standard.

• The limited warranty covers three years with unlimited miles during that time
• The powertrain warranty covers three years with unlimited miles during that time
• No free scheduled maintenance

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