2008, new Aston Martin DB9 Review, Prices, Specs & Photos

The British super-spy James Bond is famous for a number of things and his choice of cars has certainly been impressive. Since Bond is a man of refined taste, he has always preferred the Aston Martin. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 2008, latest model from the maker, is a car that will truly suit the way he travels. The car has been an object of desire for people all over the world and this is not because of some small reason. The car is a virtual powerhouse, which has been somehow fitted into one of the most beautiful chassis ever designed for a car. Aston Martin DB9 is fast, powerful and smooth to handle - all in all it drives like a ‘Dream’.

2008 Aston Martin DB9 is powerful and there is no denying this fact. It has a standard engine with ‘run of the mill’ 6-speed automatic transmission. The engine has 12 cylinders and is a 6.0 V12 model, which can generate as much as 450 horsepower at 6000 RPM. The 2-door car uses a 48 valve engine, which is remarkable for a vehicle with the Mini-Compact EPA classification. Even though there is no turbo in the car, it feels pretty zippy when you drive it. The cruising range of the car is anywhere around 275 miles.

Even for a car in its category, the hood of 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is long. Body panels of this car are made from ground up to be very light. This is the reason that only lightweight composites or aluminum have been used to make them. Since the styling of the car did not make it possible for more conventional doors to be used, the car uses Swan Wing doors. Not only does this arrangement add to the looks of the car but also makes it more aerodynamic. The dimensions of this car are 185.5 length and 51.9 height. The width of Aston Martin DB9 is 73.8. Its wheelbase is 108, which means that the car has greater grip on the road.

The interior of DB9 is plush and tastefully done with Bridge of Weir leather. Alternative interior options are available including multiple types of wooden finish. The sun visors have been redesigned to make them look better. Even the center armrest has been redone. You power up the car by pressing a clear glass button and you are ready to zip away.

Since it is an Aston Martin you get the best driving experience ever. The handling of car is as smooth as if it responds to your very thoughts. Powered by a standard engine of its category, Aston Martin DB9 oozes both power and luxury.

2008 Aston Martin DB9 Specs & Safety

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification Aston Martin DB9 2-door coupe

Wheelbase, in. 108

Overall Length, in. 185.5

Overall Width, in. 73.8

Overall Height, in. 50

Curb Weight, lbs. 3880

Cargo Volume, cu. ft. 5

Fuel Capacity, gals. 21.1

Seating Capacity 4

Engines dohc V12

Size, liters/cu. in. 6.0 /362

Horsepower @ rpm. 470 @ 6000

Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. 443 @ 5000

Availability Standard

EPA City / highway mpg

6-speed automatic 11/18

2008 Aston Martin DB9 Prices & Equipment

Model Prices

Trim Name                                   Retail Price     Dealer Invoice     Destination Charge

Base 2-door coupe, automatic $171,600             $168,950                   $1,350