Reverberating at an exhilarating 202 mph, the Aston Martin DB12 Volante makes a striking entrance into the world of high-performance luxury convertibles. As a natural progression from its coupe counterpart, this heralded "super tourer" now embraces the open sky with a convertible twist, becoming the newest jewel in Aston Martin's crown.
While retaining the captivating aesthetics of the coupe, the DB12 Volante raises the bar with its unlimited headroom, orchestrated by an intricate eight-layer fabric roof, promising a cocoon of serenity even amidst high-speed escapades.
In an artful choreography, the roof transforms in 14 seconds to reveal the expansive heavens above, a transformation that can be orchestrated remotely using the key, as long as you're within a two-meter radius. For those moments of unexpected weather challenges, the roof deftly maneuvers even while facing headwinds of up to 31 mph, a testament to engineering precision.
The 2024 Aston Martin DB12 Volante is not merely a canvas for windblown luxury, but a gallery of personal expression. While standard attire is a sleek black roof, connoisseurs of distinction can choose a red, blue, or black/silver canopy, tailored to their desires.
The options cascade, extending to a palette of body and interior hues, culminating in the bespoke realm of Aston Martin's Q department, where the only limit is the breadth of imagination.
Potent Performance and Grace
Beneath the elegant silhouette throbs a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 heart, injecting 671 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque.
A heartbeat away from the coupe's prowess, the DB12 Volante surges from 0 to 62 mph in a mere 3.7 seconds, seamlessly mastering the delicate balance between breathtaking acceleration and refined grand touring. Emitting an electrifying symphony, this power surges through a rear-mounted eight-speed automatic transmission, coupled with a rear limited-slip differential and a carbon fiber prop shaft.
No detail goes untouched, with stopping power optimized through 400-mm front and 360-mm rear discs, expandable further by an optional carbon ceramic brake kit. The ballet of performance continues with 21-inch forged wheels and Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tires, tailored for harmonious road connection.
Inside, innovation harmonizes with tradition. The 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment hub harmoniously pairs with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, coexisting alongside tactile controls for essential functions.
Audiophiles have their cravings sated with a standard 11-speaker, 390-watt sound system, while a Bowers & Wilkins 15-speaker, 1,170-watt arrangement elevates the auditory experience to nirvanic levels. Debuting at The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering during Monterey Car Week, the Aston Martin DB12 Volante awaits its encore on the production stage in the third quarter of this year.
As autumn's embrace tightens, the first symphony of deliveries is poised to resonate with discerning aficionados in Q4 2023, marking the culmination of art, engineering, and aspiration.