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Overview
The 2011 Aston Martin DBS Base is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th July 2011. The Aston Martin DBS is regarded as a sport built in Great Britain with prices starting at $435,000 before on-road costs.
This Aston Martin DBS is powered by a 5.9L 12-cylinder engine that has 380 kW of power (at 6500 rpm) and 570 Nm of torque (at 5750 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Aston Martin claims the DBS Base uses 16.4L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 378g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 488km per full tank
The Aston Martin DBS measures 1280mm (50.4 inches) in height, 4721mm (185.9 inches) in length, 1905mm (75.0 inches) in width with a 2740mm (107.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1695kg (3736.8 lbs) of unladen weight. The DBS Base comes standard with 245/30 Rnull front tyres and 295/30 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 24 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
224.19 kW/t
155.83 kW/t
238.27 kW/t
Boot Space
155 litres
100 litres
260 litres
Fuel Efficiency
15.5 - 16.4 L/100km
9.4 L/100km
16.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
488 - 516 km
488 km
714 km
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
4 - 7 years
1 year
2 years
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Dimensions
4,721 mm
1,905 mm
1,280 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,721 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,905 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,280 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,740 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 405 mm |
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Explore Aston Martin DBS Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 378
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 89.0
Engine (cc): 5935
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 5.9
Number of Cylinders: 12
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 79.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 488
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 303
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 6.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 16.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 17
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 14
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 11.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 24
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 20
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 4.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 24.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 12
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 10
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 16.4
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 307
Maximum Speed (mph): 191
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 517
Maximum Power (kW): 380
Maximum Torque (Nm): 570
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Transmission
Code: M6
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 295
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: VH
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 5.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 155
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11500
Front Track (in): 61.8
Front Track (mm): 1570
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.7
Overall Height (in): 50.4
Overall Height (mm): 1280
Overall Length (in): 185.9
Overall Length (mm): 4721
Overall Width (in): 75.0
Overall Width (mm): 1905
Rear Track (in): 61.4
Rear Track (mm): 1560
Wheelbase (in): 107.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2740
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 36.7
Front Headroom (mm): 932
Rear Headroom (in): 31.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 791
Front Hip Room (in): 55.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1405
Rear Hip Room (in): 49.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1257
Front Leg Room (in): 42.8
Front Leg Room (mm): 1086
Rear Leg Room (in): 24.9
Rear Leg Room (mm): 633
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1506
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 48.8
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1240
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
Type: Metallic
Convertible Roof
Operations: Electric
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4630
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1695
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3737
Tare Weight (kg): 1217
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Watts Per Channel: 86
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: CD
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 13
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Floor Covering
Load Area: Carpet
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Leather
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
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