2024 Aston Martin DB12 Volante
Hot off the heels of the recently introduced DB12 Coupe, Aston Martin has lifted the veils of the DB12 Volante – the drop-top version of the über-sexy DB12.
Given the agreement between the British brand and Mercedes-AMG, the DB12 is powered by an AMG-sourced turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine, offering 500kW and 800Nm. The performance figures accompanying the car is pretty impressive too, with 0-100km/h cleared in 3.7 seconds and the top speed rated at 325km/h.
The rear-wheel-driven sportscar sends power to the road via a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission. According to Aston Martin, in-gear punch has been maximised and, with the electronic rear differential, adds greater agility and stability when pushing on.
Drivers can further tailer the car’s behaviour with the four-stage electronic stability control and five pre-determined dynamic modes.
Aston Martin Chief Technical Officer, Roberto Fedeli said of the new DB12 Volante: “Volante possesses all the Super Tourer traits so successfully introduced in the DB12 Coupe.
“That we have preserved this class-leading performance and handling is testament to the underlying brilliance of the DB12 platform and the work we have done to maintain the advantage of its superb powertrain and chassis in an open-top version.
“No longer the ‘softer’ option, DB12 Volante offers the stimulation of a true sports car with the unique pleasure and satisfaction that only a convertible Aston Martin can deliver.”
Aston Martin will begin production of its DB12 Volante in the third quarter of 2023, with the first deliveries commencing in Q4. South Africa will receive its first allocation of DB12 Volantes in May 2024. Pricing will be revealed closer to the launch date.
