- Powerful V8 engine
- Aggressive styling
- Cramped rear seats
- Mismatched rear styling
- High maintenance costs
Overview
Released in Australia in September 1997, the Aston Martin V8 was available as a two-door coupe or convertible (Volante) with ‘2+2’ seating. The V8 was based on the 1989 Aston Martin Virage and was powered by a 5.3-litre V8 petrol engine that was mated to a four-speed automatic transmission.
The Aston Martin V8 was 4745 mm long, 1918 mm wide, 1320 mm tall and had a 2611 mm long wheelbase; kerb weight was 1950 kg. Furthermore, the V8 had double wishbone front suspension and a De Dion rear axle suspension located by longitudinal radius arms and transverse watts linkages.
| Engine | Years | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe, Volante |
5.3-litre petrol V8 | 1997-00 | 4sp auto | 260 kW at 6000 rpm | 500 Nm at 4300 rpm |
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Aston Martin V8 included dual front airbags and ABS.
Features
Standard features for the Aston Martin V8 included 17-inch alloy wheels, a four speaker sound system with a CD player, climate control air conditioning, power adjustable front seats, leather upholstery, cruise control, front fog lights, leather-wrapped steering wheel, remote central locking, power windows, power mirrors and an alarm. Volante models were further equipped with a power-operated soft-top roof.
The V8 was also fitted with a limited-slip rear differential.
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