Aston Martin DBS Superleggera launched in Malaysia
Does a true-blue British car marque that sounds Italian sound a bit off? Well, Superleggera is actually a construction method that reduces weight, and in fact means “superlight”. So the newly launched Aston Martin DBS Superleggera by Wearnes Quest Sdn. Bhd. is a more intense supercar that’s lighter than the Vanquish S it replaces, all 1,693kg of it (dry weight).
That’s rather impressive considering there’s a stonking 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 up front capable of causing all sorts of pleasure with 725ps (715bhp) and 900Nm. It’ll go from standstill to 100kph in 3.4 seconds and even more impressively, 80-160kph in 4.2 seconds while in fourth gear. Speaking of which, the DBS Superleggera uses a mid-rear located 8-speed auto from ZF. Find a road long enough and the speedometer will see 340kph.
Undoubtedly, it’ll do so with a majestic V12 soundtrack thanks to new exhaust strategy with active valves and quad tail pipes.
Does a true-blue British car marque that sounds Italian sound a bit off? Well, Superleggera is actually a construction method that reduces weight, and in fact means “superlight”. So the newly launched Aston Martin DBS Superleggera by Wearnes Quest Sdn. Bhd. is a more intense supercar that’s lighter than the Vanquish S it replaces, all 1,693kg of it (dry weight).
That’s rather impressive considering there’s a stonking 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 up front capable of causing all sorts of pleasure with 725ps (715bhp) and 900Nm. It’ll go from standstill to 100kph in 3.4 seconds and even more impressively, 80-160kph in 4.2 seconds while in fourth gear. Speaking of which, the DBS Superleggera uses a mid-rear located 8-speed auto from ZF. Find a road long enough and the speedometer will see 340kph.
Undoubtedly, it’ll do so with a majestic V12 soundtrack thanks to new exhaust strategy with active valves and quad tail pipes.
Evolving innovative aerodynamic concepts first seen on the DB11 – such as the curlicue and Aeroblade – and then taking things further with an F1-inspired double-diffuser, DBS Superleggera generates 180kg of downforce at VMAX: the highest figure ever for a series of production Aston Martin. This significant increase comes with no additional drag penalty.
But even before you can enjoy this power there’s plenty to visually thrill you. The curves are something else, particularly with the imposing wheel arches and large hexagonal front grille that perfectly hints of the car’s power. A fair amount of weight saving measures come from body panels that’s made from carbon fibre, the same material that the prop shaft is made from.
“The DBS Superleggera is beautiful in its absolute; it is the return of a great Aston Martin name, and signals Aston Martin’s return to the very pinnacle of the Super GT sector. These credentials itself makes us extremely proud to be the only retailer in Malaysia to house this iconic model,” explained Mr. Jerry Lee, Managing Director of Wearnes Quest. “Its remarkable design and performance, making up this compelling character opens up a new niche for us, targeting those who command no less than absolute power and prominence.”
As the flagship model for Aston Martin, the DBS Superleggera features a high level of craftsmanship with extensive scope for personalisation via a generous choice of options. Supple, aromatic leather and Alcantara upholstery comes as standard, as do the Sports Plus performance seats and steering wheel. There is a choice of two alloy wheel designs: the standard ‘Y’ Spoke Forged Wheel and the Lightweight Twin Spoke Forged wheel. Both are 21” in diameter and fitted with Pirelli tyres developed specifically for DBS Superleggera.
The car also comes with keyless entry, tyre pressure monitoring system, a 360-degree camera with Parking Distance Display and Park Assist, sat-nav, and can is capable of being a wi-fi hub.
The new Aston Martin DBS Superleggera is priced starting from RM1,205,000 without duties.
(click the pic on the right to see a short video with the DBS Superleggera)
