Aston Martin DB12 4.0-litre

Specifications

• Engine & Transmission
  • Top Speed
    325 kmph
  Engine

  5198 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, DOHC

  Timely services will keep a motor efficient and in top shape.

  Engine Type

  4.0L M177 Twin-turbocharged V8

  The official title given by the manufacturer in terms of the name of the engine, the displacement and the number of cylinders.

  A bigger displacement and more than four-cylinders generally indicate a performance-oriented engine.

  Fuel Type

  Petrol

  All cars in India either run on petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG or electric power.

  Max Power (bhp@rpm)

  670 bhp @ 6000 rpm

  Gives a good idea of the performance of the vehicle under full thrust. A higher figure here usually means a higher top speed as well.

  Higher the power, the peppier the engine but it can also affect fuel economy.

  Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

  800 Nm @ 2750 rpm

  Relates to in-gear acceleration. A higher figure here means better roll-on acceleration, fewer gear shifts, and possibly better fuel efficiency.

  The more torque at low RPM range makes the engine feel more responsive. It also allows the engine to run smoothly without too many gear changes.

  Drivetrain

  RWD

  Cars come with different drivetrain configurations depending on the segment.

  Front-wheel drive (FWD) is most common in mainstream cars while expensive cars or SUVs come with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).

  Transmission

  Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode

  Type of transmission used to transfer power from the engine to the wheels

  A manually operated transmission is the most popular type, thanks to its simplicity and low cost. Varied types of automatic transmissions are also available.

  Emission Standard

  BS6 Phase 2

  Set by the Indian Government, this governs the amount of air pollutants released by cars to make the atmosphere safer for humans.

  Turbocharger / Supercharger

  Twin Turbo

  Manufacturers today offer turbochargers to boost engine power without affecting its fuel economy. Superchargers are found in more expensive cars but on the downside, they are not very efficient.

  Turbochargers are more effective but require plenty of heat management. Superchargers, meanwhile, offer linear bump in power but they are comparatively more complex.

  • Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)
    DOHC

• Dimensions & Weight
  Length

  4725 mm

  The length of the car decides its segment. In India, cars that are less than 4 metres in length enjoy reduced excise duties.

  

  • Length: 4725

  Longer length results in more cabin space. It also adds to straight line stability.

  Width

  2145 mm

  A car's width is defined as its widest point without its mirrors.

  

  • Width: 2145

  Although more width gives you more lateral space inside the cabin, it makes the car more difficult to park in narrow spots.

  Height

  1295 mm

  The height of the car denotes the highest point of the vehicle from the ground.

  

  • Height: 1295

  Taller the car, the more headroom there is on offer inside the cabin. However, a tall boy stance also affect the car’s centre of gravity which can cause more body roll.

  Wheelbase

  2805 mm

  The space between the center of the front and rear wheels.

  

  • Wheelbase: 2805

  The longer the wheelbase, the more space there is inside the cabin.

  Ground Clearance

  120 mm

  It’s the space between the lowest point of the car and the ground.

  

  • Ground Clearance: 120

  If the car has a good amount of clearance, it’s easier for it to clear big speed breakers and overall, deal with bad roads.

  Kerb Weight

  1685 kg

  The total weight of the vehicle with all the standard equipment and all the required fluids.

  A lightweight car will always be more efficient and easier to manoeuvre whereas a heavy car would give you a sense of solidity while driving.

• Capacity
  Doors

  2 Doors

  The number of doors define the category of car. For example – four door means sedan, two-door means coupe while five-doors usually refer to a hatchback, MPV or an SUV.

  Seating Capacity

  4 Person

  The number of people that can be seated comfortably in the car, which has also been mandated by the car manufacturer.

  No of Rows

  2 Rows

  Smaller cars usually have two rows which can seat five, but some SUVs and MPVs have three rows and can seat around 7-8 passengers.

  Bootspace

  262 litres

  Boot space defines how practical the car is with respect to how much luggage it can carry.

  

  • Bootspace: 262

  A boot with a large and wide opening is ideal for loading heavy items. Additionally, a lower loading height also makes it easy to put in luggage.

  Fuel Tank Capacity

  78 litres

  The official volume of the fuel tank of a car, usually denoted in litres.

  If a car has a large fuel tank, it can cover long distances without refuelling.

• Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
  Front Suspension

  Independent Double Wishbone, Coil Springs & Anti-Roll Bar

  Almost all cars in India use an independent front suspension which is usually the MacPherson Strut type.

  Rear Suspension

  Multi-link Suspension, with Coil Springs & Anti-Roll Bar

  The rear suspension can either be non-independent or independent.

  Most of the budget cars have non-independent suspension while the more expensive ones get independent rear suspension which offers better bump absorption.

  Front Brake Type

  Disc

  Most of the vehicles sold in India get ventilated or non-ventilated disc brakes upfront.

  - The ventilated discs are more popular thanks to them providing better stopping power and it also works well in hot conditions.

  Rear Brake Type

  Disc

  In affordable cars, drums brakes are fitted at the rear as they are cost effective.

  Disc setup at the rear is now getting more popular as cars are getting faster in the real world.

  Minimum Turning Radius

  12.4 metres

  The official kerb-to-kerb minimum radius a car takes to complete a 180-degree turn.

  Shorter the turning radius, the lesser space you need to make a tight turn or to take a U-turn.

  Steering Type

  Power assisted (Electric)

  Almost all steering systems in cars today have an assist to help park them better at low speeds - these can be hydraulic, electro-hydraulic or electric.

  Wheels

  Alloy Wheels

  The wheels used on cars are either steel rims with plastic wheel cover hub or alloy wheels on higher spec models or expensive cars.

  Razor cut, or diamond cut alloy wheel design are not getting more popular. Manufacturers usually offer these in top-end trim of their car models.

  Spare Wheel

  Alloy

  Important in a country with varying quality of roads, spare wheels ensure one doesn’t get stranded when one of the main tyres gets damaged.

  Select premium car models feature space savers (smaller than the stock wheels) to save on boot space.

  Front Tyres

  275 / 35 R21

  The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the front wheels.

  Rear Tyres

  325 / 30 R21

  The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the rear wheels.

• Safety
  Overspeed Warning

  1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph

  Mandatory safety system for cars sold in India, a single beep is emitted after 80kmph and continuous ones after 120kmph

  Lane Departure Warning

  Yes

  This function detects when the car is drifting out of its lane and cautions the driver through audio/visual alerts

  Emergency Brake Light Flashing

  Yes

  The brake lights flash in a quick intermittent fashion to indicate to the following vehicles to slow down quicker than usual

  Puncture Repair Kit

  Yes

  These enable users to repair a puncture effortlessly, saving the time/effort involved in replacing it with the spare wheel

  Avoid driving on a flat/deflated wheel too long as it can cause expensive repairs

  Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

  Yes

  The driver is warned of an impending crash due to stopped/slowing vehicles ahead of them

  Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

  Yes

  This system automatically stops the car if it senses an obstacle where the driver fails to take action

  It is imperative to pay attention while driving and rely less on such systems

  High-beam Assist

  No

  This feature spots oncoming vehicles at night to shift the headlight between high and low beam

  NCAP Rating

  Not Tested

  The official crash test safety rating given to a car by one of the many testing agencies around the world

  Blind Spot Detection

  Yes

  Blind Spot Detection systems use sensors to detect and alert the driver of any sudden movements in his/her blind spot

  Lane Departure Prevention

  Yes

  This feature automatically steers the car to prevent it from moving out of the lane when there is no driver input

  Rear Cross-traffic Assist

  Yes

  An assistance feature that alerts the driver who is backing out of a parking space if another vehicle is approaching

  One must always be cautious of pedestrians, children and other obstacles when backing up.

  • Airbags
    2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)
  Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

  Yes

  A digital gauge that provides the live status of the air pressure in every tyre of a car.

  For accurate readings, ensure that the sensors on the rim are not tampered with during any wheel/tyre repairs

  Child Seat Anchor Points

  Yes

  Anchor points or strap systems built into car seats to keep child seats in place, especially during a crash

  ISOFIX is an international standard for child seat anchor points, but not all car manufacturers follow this standard

  Seat Belt Warning

  Yes

  Mandatory fitment in cars sold in India, emits loud beeps when it detects that occupants are not wearing their seatbelts.

  Seat belt warning is mandatory for front-seat occupants, but it is recommended that all occupants wear seat belts.

• Braking & Traction
  Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

  Yes

  An electronic system that prevents the tyres from locking and skidding in emergency braking situations by pulsing the brakes (quickly releasing and reapplying the brakes)

  ABS is a great accident prevention technology, allowing drivers to steer while braking hard

  Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

  Yes

  An electronic system that redirects braking forces among the four brakes to stop the car as quickly and stably as possible

  Brake Assist (BA)

  Yes

  A system that increases brake pressure to help the car stop quicker

  Even when emergency braking, it is observed that drivers don’t apply maximum brake pressure through the pedal, the BA system provides additional pressure to help stop the car quicker

  Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

  Yes

  System designed to improve car stability and control, especially when the car is accelerating.

  ESP or ESC cannot increase traction but rather improve control or help regain control in slippery conditions.

  Four-Wheel-Drive

  Torque-On-Demand

  A system that sends the car's power to all the four wheels at the same time

  Hill Hold Control

  Yes

  A feature that prevents the car from rolling backwards when stopped on a slope

  Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

  Yes

  This system cuts power to those wheels that are spinning without grip/traction

  Given the option, keep traction control on all the time.

  Ride Height Adjustment

  No

  A feature that allows the user to alter the ride height of the car

  Be it driving over tall obstacles or unloading heavy baggage from the boot; a helpful feature indeed

  Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

  Yes

  This function prevents wheelspin and maximises traction by shuffling torque between wheels

  It is also a nifty safety feature since it offers more control over a vehicle's power delivery

  Differential Lock

  No

  Locking differentials split power/torque evenly among both tyres on an axle.

  In off-road vehicles, locking differentials allows for better traction when one of the wheels is in the air, in FWD/AWD cars allows for better corner traction and in RWD sports cars allows for drifting around corners.

• Locks & Security
  Engine Immobiliser

  Yes

  A security device that prevents the engine from being started unless the key is present

  Central Locking

  Remote with Boot Opener

  This feature let's one unlock all the doors remotely or with a key

  Speed Sensing Door Lock

  Yes

  This feature automatically locks the car's doors when it reaches a preset speed

  A convenient feature for those who can't remember to lock the doors

  Child Safety Lock

  Yes

  Such locks are built into the rear doors to prevent rear seat occupants from opening the doors

• Comfort & Convenience
  • Electronic Parking Brake
    Auto Hold
  Air Conditioner

  Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)

  The different types of air-conditioning systems used to cool the cabin

  Maintaining the lowest temperature and first blower speed offers the best results.

  • Front AC
    Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
  • Rear AC
    -
  Heater

  Yes

  This feature allows warm air to pass through the air-con vents for heating the cabin

  Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

  Driver & Co-Driver

  Compact mirrors fitted to the inside of the sunvisor

  Cabin Boot Access

  No

  The option of being able to access the boot space while sitting inside the car

  Anti-glare Mirrors

  Electronic - All

  These mirrors negate the glare from headlight beams of cars behind you

  Since a large chunk of people love driving around in their high beam, these mirrors come in handy

  Parking Assist

  360 Degree Camera

  A feature that aids drivers park with ease and greater precision using sensors/cameras

  It comes as a boon for drivers who are not used to parking in tight spots

  Parking Sensors

  Rear

  Sensors that are usually located on the bumpers of a car to assist/alert the driver while parking

  It takes the stress out of manoeuvring in confined spaces

  Cruise Control

  Adaptive

  A system that automatically controls the speed of the car

  Headlight and Ignition On Reminder

  Yes

  An alert that warns one from leaving the car with the headlight and ignition switched on

  Keyless Start/ Button Start

  Yes

  When fitted, this system allows the car to be switched on without removing the key from the driver’s pocket or vicinity.

  Keyless entry and start/stop (KESS) systems in some cars also include operation via a smartphone.

  Steering Adjustment

  Electric Tilt & Telescopic

  A function where the steering wheel moves up/down, in/out as per the driver's requirement

  When both rake and reach adjustments are incorporated, it makes for a tailormade driving position

  12V Power Outlets

  1

  This socket provides current to a cigarette lighter style 12 volt plug

  It helps charge smartphones, tablets, laptops, rechargeable batteries and other USB chargers. It also powers a compressor that inflates tyres and the humble cigarette lighter!

• Seats & Upholstery
  • Massage Seats
    -
  • Driver Seat Adjustment
    12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, backrest bolsters in / out)
  • Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
    12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, backrest bolsters in / out)
  Seat Upholstery

  Leather

  When it's time to replace, use a fabric that grips and are inherently cool to the touch

  Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

  Yes

  Leather not only grips your palms well, but it also offers a premium feel

  • Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
    Yes
  Driver Armrest

  No

  The armrest located between the front passengers which helps comfort the driver's arm while driving

  • Rear Passenger Seat Type
    No
  Ventilated Seats

  Front only

  Cooled air from the AC system passes through the perforations on the seat to comfort the occupant

  • Ventilated Seat Type
    Heated and cooled
  Interiors

  Dual Tone

  Depicts if the cabin comes with a single or dual-tone colour scheme

  Interior Colours

  -

  The various color shades used within the cabin

  • Rear Armrest
    No
  Front Seatback Pockets

  No

  The pockets behind the front seats which help rear seat occupants store their stuff

  Headrests

  Front

  The portion extending from or fixed to the seat that supports the head

• Storage
  • Cup Holders
    Front Only
  Driver Armrest Storage

  Yes

  The storage space within the armrest that's located between the front passengers

  Cooled Glovebox

  Yes

  A feature where cool air from the air-conditioner is diverted to the glovebox

  • Sunglass Holder
    Yes

• Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
  ORVM Colour

  Body Coloured

  Mirrors that are placed on the car's exterior, around the door, to aid the driver see behind the vehicle

  Placing/sticking wide-angle mirrors on the ORVMs can enhance the rear view tremendously.

  Scuff Plates

  Metallic

  This is fitted where the door meets the frame to protect it from scratches and dust

  Not using scuff plates may result in the door sill giving away prematurely.

  Power Windows

  Front Only

  When the car's windows can be raised/lowered by pressing a button/switch

  In emergencies where the power window electronics have jammed, exit the vehicle by kicking out the windscreen

  One Touch Down

  All

  This feature allows a user to roll down the windows with a single press of a button

  This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

  One Touch Up

  All

  This feature allows a user to roll up the windows with a single press of a button

  This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

  Adjustable ORVMs

  Electrically Adjustable

  Different ways of adjusting the door mirror to suit the driver's requirement

  Tremendously aids driving judgement in a variety of tight situations.

  Turn Indicators on ORVMs

  Yes

  Turn indicators are fitted to the door mirrors for improved visibility

  Rear Defogger

  No

  A feature that removes condensed water droplets from the rear windscreen to improve visibility

  Turning air recirculation off helps gain faster results.

  • Exterior Door Handles
    Body Coloured
  Rain-sensing Wipers

  No

  When the system detects water droplets on the windshield, it activates the wipers to improve driver visibility

  This feature can be intrusive especially while you are negotiating a tricky bend at a higher speed

  • Interior Door Handles
    Painted
  • Door Pockets
    Front
  Side Window Blinds

  No

  These protective shields keep the sun's rays from affecting the occupants

  With restrictions on darker sun films, these blinds are a huge relief on sunny days.

  Bootlid Opener

  Internal with Remote

  The various methods of opening the boot lid

  Rear Windshield Blind

  No

  A manually/electrically operated, usually translucent, screen designed to reduce the sunlight filtering into the cabin through the rear windshield to improve rear-cabin comfort and privacy

• Exterior
  Sunroof / Moonroof

  Electrically Adjustable

  Ensure the sunroof is closed before exiting the vehicle to prevent dirt/rain from entering the cabin

  Roof-mounted Antenna

  Yes

  The compactness of the roof-mounted antenna prevents its damage in certain situations

  Body-coloured Bumpers

  Yes

  Having parking sensors will save your bumper paint if it brushes by obstacles

  • Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
    Yes
  Rub-strips

  No

  A strip of rubber fitted to the sides of the car's doors or bumpers to prevent dents and dings

  Opt for quality strips because the cheaper ones tend to come off too soon/look shabby.

• Lighting
  • Headlights
    LED Projector
  Automatic Headlamps

  Yes

  Such headlights automatically switch on and off when they sense bright or dark driving conditions

  Keeping them switched on at all times gives the user the best results

  Follow Me Home Headlamps

  Yes

  The headlamps remain lit for sometime when the car is locked/unlocked to aid user visibility in dark surroundings

  Cornering Headlights

  Active

  These lights turn left and right based on steering inputs to illuminate the sides of the car

  Taillights

  LED

  Inspect tail lamp bulbs at periodic intervals for optimum safety.

  Daytime Running Lights

  LED

  Lights that automatically switch on during the day for increased visibility

  Fog Lights

  LED on front, Halogen on rear

  A type of lamp that improves driver visibility while driving through fog

  The yellow/amber fog lights are preferable as they are warm to the eyes and do not reflect from the fog.

  Ambient Interior Lighting

  Yes

  Additional lighting apart from the roof-mounted courtesy/map lamps. These are added for a sense of style and luxury rather than utility.

  Puddle Lamps

  Yes

  Incorporated into the bottom section of a car's door mirrors, they light up the ground underneath the front door when the door is unlocked

  • Cabin Lamps
    Front
  Light on Vanity Mirrors

  Driver & Co-Driver

  A lamp that's located around the vanity mirror behind the sun visor

  • Rear Reading Lamp
    No
  • Glovebox Lamp
    Yes
  Headlight Height Adjuster

  Yes

  Allows adjustment to the height of the headlight beams via a switch on the dashboard

• Instrumentation
  Instantaneous Consumption

  Yes

  It indicates how much fuel is being used that very instant your car is moving

  Instrument Cluster

  Analogue

  A screen situated mostly behind the steering wheel displaying information and warning lights regarding the car's various vitals

  • Trip Meter
    Multi-Function Display
  Average Fuel Consumption

  Yes

  The amount of fuel consumed by the engine (kmpl) is displayed on the instrument cluster in real time

  A glance will help you maintain better fuel efficiency and save money

  Average Speed

  Yes

  The total distance traveled divided by the time taken to cover that distance

  The higher the average speed, the quicker you were on that journey/trip

  Distance to Empty

  Yes

  The approximate distance a car will run with the amount of fuel remaining in the tank

  • Clock
    Analogue
  Low Fuel Level Warning

  Yes

  This alert should be taken as a final warning to head straight to the fuel pump

  Door Ajar Warning

  Yes

  A warning light that pops up on the instrument cluster when the doors are not shut properly

  Adjustable Cluster Brightness

  Yes

  The brightness of the instrument cluster can be adjusted via controls

  It comes in handy to improve instrumentation visibility between day and night by toggling brightness.

  Gear Indicator

  Yes

  It notifies the driver about which gear the car is being driven in and can also suggest down- or upshifting to improve efficiency

  Shift Indicator

  Dynamic

  Notifies the driver about the optimum instances to shift gears

  It comes in handy to derive the best fuel efficiency and engine component longevity

  Heads Up Display (HUD)

  No

  This function allows specific data like 'speed' to reflect/project on the windscreen in the driver's line-of-sight

  Tachometer

  Analogue

  An instrument that measures engine speed in revolutions-per-minute (rpm)

  Ideally, the tachometer helps a driver know when to shift gears in a manual gearbox.

• Entertainment, Information & Communication
  Android Auto

  Yes

  An Android feature that allows car infotainment displays to mirror parts of the phone screen to ease touch operations while driving.

  Apple CarPlay

  Yes

  An Apple (iOS) feature that allows car infotainment displays to mirror parts of the iPhone screen to ease touch operations while driving.

  This function bumps up the safety quotient since the use of a smartphone while driving can be hazardous

  Display

  Touch-screen Display

  A touchscreen or display that acts as a user's interface to the various functions of the car

  Integrated (in-dash) Music System

  Yes

  The music player that comes factory fitted

  Speakers

  2

  Number of speaker units as part of a car’s surround-sound system

  Steering-mounted controls

  Yes

  The widely-used controls are placed on the steering wheel to ease driver usage

  Voice Command

  Yes

  When the car's system responds to the occupant's voice to perform certain features

  GPS Navigation System

  Yes

  A system that uses satellite signals to help the driver with directions to reach a destination

  Bluetooth Compatibility

  Phone

  Allows devices with bluetooth functionality connect wirelessly to the car's infotainment system

  Using Bluetooth functionality offers a cable-free experience

  AUX Compatibility

  Yes

  The car's music player can play tracks off a portable device via an aux cable

  Bluetooth can make AUX cables look ancient, but unlike the former, there's hardly any loss in sound quality

  AM/FM Radio

  Yes

  Is the music system's capability of playing broadcasted radio channels

  If radio signals are weak, one can stream music

  USB Compatibility

  Yes

  When tracks can be played from a USB/pen drive

  Wireless Charger

  No

  These pads can charge equipped smartphones without using a cable

  Given the option, opt for fast wireless charging.

  Head Unit Size

  Not Available

  The size of the music system fitted to a car. Traditionally 1-DIN or 2-DIN, are being replaced by touchscreen units of varying sizes.

  • iPod Compatibility
    Yes
  Internal Hard Drive

  No

  The storage device within the car's infotainment system

  DVD Playback

  Yes

  The capability of the infotainment system to play DVDs

• Manufacturer Warranty
  Battery Warranty (In Years)

  Not Applicable

  The number of years the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

  More the years, the better

  Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

  Not Applicable

  The number of kilometres the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

  More the kilometres, the better

  Warranty (In Years)

  3

  The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.

  Warranty (In Kilometres)

  Unlimited

  The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.