The 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S has all the ingredients of a refined sedan that makes a powerful statement of luxury. With Aston Martin’s unique vision, the new Rapide S offers a distinct blend of timeless beauty and robust performance. Aston Martin Rapide S is a four door true sports sedan offering world class performance and luxury.
The 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S is here to stay for the long haul, all thanks to its V12 engine, exhilarating sports car sound and phenomenal performance. Here is our review of the performance, engine and design of this new luxury sedan by Aston Martin.
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The Dashing Design of 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S
Not calling the design of the new 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S dashing would be unfair. Aston Martin fused “form and function” together to bring forth a sports sedan which offers breathtaking performance and mesmerizing design. The design is bold, confident and enhances the capabilities of the sports sedan.
Exterior
The front fascia of the 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S has a full aluminum grille for a sportier look. In fact, it is actually the largest production grille in the world. The side grilles have also been increased in size to improve the performance of the sedan. To further improve the performance, the engineers at Aston Martin enhanced the braking system and suspension to bring the driver more stability, power and control, thus offering precise driving experience.
The side-strake of the new sports sedan is almost jewel-like, all thanks to the aluminum sculpts that you will find at the flanks of the Rapide S. At the bonnet, you will find bonnet louvre made from high density zinc. All in all, the overall look of the exterior has a luxurious finesse that you would expect from a brand such as Aston Martin.
Interior
The designers at Aston Martin made sure that 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S leaves an everlasting impression with its breathtaking interior. Inspired by a stunning waterfall fascia design that incorporates technology with luxury, you will have everything easily in your reach. You can actually make your own style statement on the fascia design by customizing it to your own personal preferences with your choice of high quality materials.
Rapide S comes with three options for fascia and offers a choice between Iridium option, Satin Cuprum Carbon Fibre option and Piano Ice Mocha option. To enhance the interior even more, Aston Martin has used more leather in the interior than it does in any other car.
The Rapide S offers thousands of unique color combinations to choose from with multiple finishes. The interior depicts sheer craftsmanship as the designers have used the finest leather and full grain wood trim to give it a premium appeal. The “AML” logo is prominently placed on the seats to further add to the “premium product” appeal in the 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S.
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The Commanding Performance That Stands Apart
The 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S is the most powerful four door sedan ever produced by the brand. The new generation 6.0 litre AM29 V12 engine especially produced for the 2017 Rapide S is the most advanced engine in the company’s history.
This massive engine is capable of producing a torque of 630 Nm and 552 BHP, which is an astonishing 18% increase than the engine that powered the first generation Aston Martin Rapide. The engine is mated to Touchtronic III, an 8 speed gearbox transmission.
The next-generation engine and Touchtronic III allows the 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S to achieve a top speed of 327 Km/h and it can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 4.4 seconds. The Bosch Engine Management System helps in improving fuel efficiency and engine performance, thus dynamically switching between performance and fuel efficiency whenever needed.
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Safety Features
The safety features in the all-new 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S include:
- Anti-Lock Brakes
- Stability Control
- Security System
- Traction Control
- Parking Assist
- Tyre pressure warning and more.
The Price of 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S in the UAE
The 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S is already available in the UAE. The price of 2017 Aston Martin Rapide is AED 941,000 – AED 1,000,000 with upgrades and additional packages. The price of 2017 Aston Martin Rapide S is AED 954,550 – AED 1,000,000 with upgrades and additional packages.
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