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Introduction
The Aston Martin DB11 Volante represents the pinnacle of convertible Sports GT engineering and design. Powered by a new 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, the DB11 Volante offers an exceptional combination of performance, efficiency, and sporting character. With extensive interior options for personalization, the DB11 Volante is the most elegant of convertible Aston Martins, setting new standards of performance, innovation, engineering, and style.
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ASTON MARTIN DB11 VOLANTE
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Design and Structure
Powered by a new 4.0-liter twin-turbo 510PS V8 engine, the DB11 Volante is built around the all-new bonded aluminum structure first seen in the DB11 Coupe. This structure makes the DB11 Volante lighter and more rigid than its predecessor, the DB9 Volante. The result is a car that delivers a broader envelope of abilities, including greater levels of performance and handling while maintaining its status as a consummate grand tourer with increased refinement, comfort, and interior space.
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ASTON MARTIN DB11 VOLANTE
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Powertrain and Chassis Modes
The DB11 Volante features a 3-stage powertrain and chassis modes that work in harmony with an 8-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission, electric power steering, and a limited-slip differential with dynamic torque vectoring. This allows drivers to configure the car‘s responses and tailor its behavior to suit road conditions, weather, or personal preferences. Creature comforts such as a heated steering wheel make all-season open-air motoring a pleasure, while rear seat ISOFIX attachment points add versatility.
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ASTON MARTIN DB11 VOLANTE
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Visual and Aesthetic Features
Visually, the DB11 Volante features the striking single-piece aluminum bonnet and innovative ‘Curlicue’ aerodynamic feature from the DB11 Coupe. The interior includes new wood or carbon fiber veneer panels on the seatbacks and a beautifully tailored fabric hood available in Bordeaux red, black silver, or grey silver. The car also features dramatic ultra-slim ‘light blade’ tail lights that create a bold C graphic and a striking new design of forged alloy wheels. The result is a sleek and athletic form that perfectly expresses the DB11 Volante’s character.
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ASTON MARTIN DB11 VOLANTE
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Convertible Roof
The defining feature of the DB11 Volante is its convertible roof. Combining the timeless appeal of a fabric hood with the latest acoustic and insulation materials, the all-new 8-layer roof protects occupants from extreme weather and wind noise. The roof folds to a class-leading stack height and takes just 14 seconds to lower and 16 seconds to close. It can be operated remotely from the key or on the move at speeds of up to 31mph (including a 31mph headwind). The new hood system has also led to a 20 percent gain in boot volume compared to the outgoing DB9 Volante.
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ASTON MARTIN DB11 VOLANTE
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Testing and Durability
Aston Martin’s exhaustive testing procedures pushed the new roof mechanism to punishing extremes. The Life Cycle Durability (LCD) test subjected the roof to more than 100,000 cycles in special weather chambers designed to simulate conditions in the world’s harshest environments, compressing 10 years of use into a one-month test. The results were validated with real-world testing in locations such as Death Valley and the Arctic Circle. Engineered to be the most advanced and complete open-top Aston Martin ever built, the DB11 Volante is dedicated to delivering a new dimension of driving pleasure.
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Executive Insights
Aston Martin President and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Andy Palmer, said of the DB11 Volante: “For many of our customers, indeed many generations of Aston Martin customers, the Volante has always offered something very special: a unique combination of elegant style, innate sporting ability, and sensory engagement that lifts it above other open-top cars. The new DB11 Volante captures those qualities perfectly and promises the kind of pleasure and enjoyment that can only come from driving an open-top Aston Martin.”
Max Szwaj, Aston Martin Chief Technical Officer, adds: “The challenge of creating a convertible car is retaining structural and dynamic integrity. To protect the former, you need strength and rigidity, but to preserve the latter, you need to keep weight to a minimum. With the DB11 Volante, we have maximized the advantages of the DB11’s all-new bonded structure to underpin our new Volante with a structure that’s 26kg lighter and 5 percent stiffer than its predecessor. The result is a truly magnificent car that combines greater performance and agility with increased comfort, refinement, and interior space for occupants and their luggage.”
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Conclusion
The Aston Martin DB11 Volante is a testament to the brand’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the realm of convertible Sports GT cars. With its powerful V8 engine, advanced chassis, and meticulously designed convertible roof, the DB11 Volante offers a driving experience that is both exhilarating and refined. It stands as a symbol of the timeless appeal of open-top motoring combined with cutting-edge automotive technology.
Key Takeaways
- The DB11 Volante is powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine producing 510PS.
- It features a new bonded aluminum structure that makes it lighter and more rigid than the DB9 Volante.
- The car offers a 3-stage powertrain and chassis modes for a customizable driving experience.
- An 8-layer fabric roof provides excellent insulation and can be operated at speeds up to 31mph.
- Extensive testing ensures the roof’s durability and performance in extreme conditions.
- Creature comforts such as a heated steering wheel and rear seat ISOFIX points add to the car’s versatility.
- The DB11 Volante combines elegant style, sporting ability, and sensory engagement for a unique open-top driving experience.
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