[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera\/","headline":"Aston Martin DBS Superleggera","name":"Aston Martin DBS Superleggera","description":"The 211mph DBS Superleggera Is Fastest Aston Martin Yet Aston Martin has revealed its fastest car yet in the 211mph DBS Superleggera \u2013 a car that will not only have the Ferrari 812 Superfast quaking at a rival\u2019s daft sounding name (to be fair, \u2018superleggera\u2019 actually translates as \u2018superlight\u2019) but also it\u2019s immense power. The Ferrari has been called the untameable beast, so how does the DBS Superleggera – \u2018the brute in a suit\u2019 according to Aston head man Andy […]","datePublished":"2018-06-28","dateModified":"2018-12-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. 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The Ferrari has been called the untameable beast, so how does the DBS Superleggera – \u2018the brute in a suit\u2019 according to Aston head man Andy Palmer – square up?So what is the DBS?Aston will never use the DBS name too freely; it was last used in 2012, so we can be certain that Aston Martin think they\u2019ve got this brute pretty right. New cars need legacy to seamlessly fit into a classic brand line-up, and the Superleggera gives an appreciative nod back to the straight-six powered 1967 DBS \u2013 the precursor to the Aston Martin V8 \u2013 though there\u2019s actually very little to leave you with any misconception that this is a purely retro-based model.Power and PerformanceThe new DB11 is the base of the Superleggera, although the DBS is a full 70kg lighter than that model. It\u2019s also 10db louder thanks to some fine-tuning of the quad exhaust. It\u2019s not just noisier though \u2013 it\u2019s \u2018quality noise\u2019 according to Chief Engineer Matt Becker… The figures though are off and over the horizon, with the 5.2 litre V12 engine pushing out 716bhp (compared to the DB11\u2019s 630bhp), a mighty 900Nm torque and a 0-62mph of 3.4 seconds. In fact, brace yourself if you ever find yourself in one, as 0-100mph is a mere 6.4 seconds; that\u2019s pretty staggering. The DBS Superleggera also gets a new gearbox and 8-speed auto transmission to take the strain that those figures will put on the mechanicals.Drive modesYou get three drive models – just like the Vantage – in GT, Sport, Sport+, which progressively give you more power. For your peace of mind, Aston Martin has also tweaked the aerodynamics to provide improved downforce of 180kg compared to the DB11 (70kg), yet amazingly with no noticeable increase in drag.Exterior featuresPirelli P Zeros made especially for the DBS clad the black alloy 21-inch wheels while carbon ceramic brakes attempt to stop the Superleggera when you need a break from all the excitement. A meatier front grille and all new headlights and rear lights also adorn the Superleggera. While it might look, sound and read like an all-in track racer, Aston Martin is keen to stress that comfort is still very important \u2013 finding the right combination between comfort and performance is the dream.The InteriorThe interior is similar to the DB11 but the options for personalising your brand new Aston Martin are getting ever larger \u2013 even including a bespoke Tag Heur watch to make sure that people know what you drive even when you\u2019ve left it on the driveway (get in quick mind, these watches are a limited run of only 50). If this alone has made you decide that this is the car for you, deliveries should be commencing in the latter part of 2018 at a price starting from around \u00a3225,000, depending on just how personalised you like your brutes in suits.Have you already got an Aston Martin or hoping to get the new DBS?\u00a0Check out our partner Performance Direct for a insurance quote!Tell us what you think of the new Aston Martin in the comments below!\u00a0Images: autocar.co.uk, autoexpress.co.uk"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Aston Martin DBS Superleggera","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]