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Touted as the most powerful Rapide model yet, the vehicle\u2019s twin rear-mounted electric motors produce a […]","datePublished":"2019-06-24","dateModified":"2019-06-24","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. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Aston-Martin-Rapide-E-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Aston-Martin-Rapide-E-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/aston-martin-rapide-e-public-demo\/","about":["ASTON MARTIN","ELECTRIC SUPERCARS","LATEST CAR NEWS","MOTORSPORT"],"wordCount":314,"keywords":["aston martin","Aston Martin Rapide","Aston Martin Rapide E"],"articleBody":"Aston Martin has put the Rapide E, its firstall-electric model, through its paces on the historic streets of Monaco.For the car\u2019s first public demonstration following its official launch at April\u2019s Auto Shanghai expo, Darren Turner – Aston Martin\u2019s works driver and a three-time winner of Le Mans – drove the Rapide E around the world-famous street circuit to showcase its performance credentials.Touted as the most powerful Rapide model yet,the vehicle\u2019s twin rear-mounted electric motors produce a combined power outputof 612PS and 950Nm of torque.All that power comes courtesy of the Rapide E\u2019s bespoke 800V electric battery, which lies in the location of the original 6.0-litre V12, gearbox and fuel tank. According to the manufacturer, the batteryarchitecture provides significantly improved thermal characteristics and moreefficient charging than other electrical power systems.Official performance figures are currently unknown, but Aston Martin has previously stated the car has a projected top speed of 155mph, with an expected\u00a0 0-60mph time of less than four seconds and a 50-70mph time of just 1.5 seconds.The manufacturer has also stressed that thesespeeds and acceleration will be available at all times, rather than beinglimited to a strict window when the battery is fully charged.Speaking after the test, Turner said: \u201cThe car has the kind of torque and punch that you\u2019d expect from an EV, but they\u2019ve really worked hard to retain the dynamic characteristics of what makes an Aston Martin special. \u201cToday feels like a real milestone in thiscompany\u2019s history and for me to be the first person to drive an all-electricAston Martin publicly is an absolute honour, particularly here in Monaco.\u201dOnly 155 units of the Rapide E will beavailable worldwide, with production set to commence in the final quarter of2019 at the new Aston Martin Lagonda facility in south Wales."},{"@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 Rapide E gets first public demonstration","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/aston-martin-rapide-e-public-demo\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]