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The DB7 merges contemporary and classic themes. Style and good taste are intrinsic. It stands out in a crowd without being overstated and benefits from intelligent engineering design. Its aerodynamic shape is both elegant and functional - it could only be an Aston Martin.
The latest Aston Martin though is not only remarkable for its beauty, it is also a car of exceptional performance and precision. Powered by a 3.2 litre, supercharged 24 valve straight six engine, there is a choice of close ratio 5 speed manual transmission or 4 speed electronically controlled automatic. Strong, seamless power delivery is supported by smooth high speed cruising and efficient braking. Suspension is independent front and rear and the ultra low profile Bridgestone tyres have been specifically developed and tuned to match the car's suspension.

The chassis fuses finely-honed handling with superb ride comfort enabling the DB7 to steer a compelling course between urgency and effortlessness.

The ambience of the DB7 sets the mood and delivers the comfort. Whichever combination of colour and trim you choose - and the possibilities are vast - you'll appreciate a subtlety of line and purpose amid the sumptuous luxury of Connolly hide, burr walnut and deep pile carpeting. A combination of materials and craftsmanship that creates an environment that is so typically English, it has become one of the hallmarks of Aston Martin.

DB7 Coupe Specification

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Body

Two door 2 + 2 coupe and convertible, steel underframe, body panels and bonnet. Composite front wings, sills, boot lid and front & rear bumper/aprons. Side impact protection in doors.

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Interior

Full Connolly leather interior with burr walnut veneers. CFC free automatic climate control system. Premium electronic radio cassette, six speaker audio system with multi-disc CD autochanger option. Driver and front passenger airbags. Remote alarm system and immobiliser.

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Engine

All alloy twin overhead cam 24 valve in-line 6 cylinder 3239cc.

Compression ratio 8.3:1.

Single supercharger with by-pass valve and liquid intercooler.

EEC V engine management system.

Fully catalysed exhaust system.

Front engine, rear wheel drive.

Power: 250 kW (335 bhp) @ 6000 rpm.

Torque: 490 Nm (361 lb.ft) @ 3000 rpm.

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Performance (Manual)

Acceleration: 0-100 km/h (62 mph), 5.7 seconds.

Maximum Speed: 266 km/h (165 mph).

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Transmission

5 speed manual or switchable 4 speed automatic with Sport mode. Limited slip differential, ratio 3.54:1.

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Suspension

Front: Independent double wishbone, coil springs, mono-tube dampers with anti-roll bar, anti-dive geometry.

Rear: Independent double wishbone with longitudinal control arms, coil springs, mono-tube dampers with anti-roll bar.

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Steering

Rack & pinion, power assisted.

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Brakes

Front: Ventilated steel discs 284 mm diameter with four piston calipers.

Rear: Ventilated steel discs 295 mm diameter with sliding aluminium calipers.

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

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Wheels and Tyres

Lightweight aluminium alloy 8J x 18 wheels with Bridgestone Expedia 245/40 ZR 18 tyres.

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Dimensions

Height: 1238mm.

Width: 1830 mm.**

Length: 4646 mm. (4722 mm.)*

Wheelbase: 2591 mm.

Kerb Weight - Man: 1775 kg.

Kerb Weight - Auto: 1825 kg.

Boot Capacity: 0.17 cu/m

Fuel Tank Capacity (unleaded): 89 litres. (24.4 US Gallons)*

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