A stunning homage to the British automaker’s iconic 1950s race cars, the DBR22 is the latest release from Aston Martin’s Q division. Built to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the bespoke Q service the DBR22 made its public debut at this year’s Monterey Car Week.
The DBR22’s muscular silhouette – achieved by using a minimal number of panels for the body’s construction – is immediately reminiscent of the manufacturer’s iconic dynasty of open-cockpit racers. The sloping curves and meandering edges play with the light, painting a truly luxurious, almost other-worldly image. At the front sits a new grille which features a distinct carbon fibre design, said to draw directly from the DBR1 and DB3S. Sat snug within the wheel arches is a set of 21-inch alloy wheels which feature a new 14-spoke design crafted specifically for the DBR22. At the rear, a thin horizontal light bar is fixed above a perforated panel, the latter designed to allow hot air to exit.
Though the DBR22 harks back to a famed selection of British race cars, Aston Martin has not hesitated to dabble with new technologies. The rear subframe has been constructed from several parts individually 3D printed from aluminium and bonded together to form the finished piece. The company say this approach offers them the ability to make specific components for ultra-low volume models whenever they are needed.
This design concept also makes use of bespoke paint colour, though Aston Martin is offering a great degree of customisability; Several colours and finishes, custom graphics, and tinted carbons are all available for owners to make the DBR22 their own.
A 5.2-litre V12 Twin-Turbo powertrain ensures that the DBR22’s striking appearance is backed by potent performance, enabling the vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 60mph in just 3.4 seconds and reach top speeds of 198mph. The engine is mated to an 8-speed paddle shift automatic transmission, all housed in a chassis that Aston Martin say is “honed to deliver precision, agility and tactility”. The use of a pinned steering column is said to provide drivers with detailed feedback, whilst adaptive dampers ensure the DBR22 is a “pleasure to drive”.
The inside looks to further blend classic and modern design with two digital infotainment systems housed in a sleek and uncluttered dashboard. A pair of carbon fibre bucket seats command the cockpit’s centre whilst luxurious leather is spread liberally throughout the interior.
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