Aston Martin has officially unveiled the new DB11
AMR at the opening of the AMR Performance Center at the Nürburgring. The DB11 AMR features an upgraded twin-turbo 5.2-liter V12
engine that produces 630 hp and 700 Nm of torque.
It is connected to a recalibrated eight-speed automatic transmission which
enables the car to accelerate from 0-96 km/h in 3.5 seconds before hitting a top
speed of 334 km/h.
The performance improvements extend beyond the
engine as Aston Martin says the chassis has been refined to offer a “greater
sense of connection without harming the supple ride.” The company was coy on
specifics but the model features a limited-slip differential and adaptive
dampers.
On the styling front, the DB11’s chrome brightwork
has been replaced by gloss black accents and exposed carbon fiber components.
As a result, the AMR features a dark front grille, a carbon fiber splitter and
black headlight surrounds. Moving further back, we can see a gloss black roof,
carbon fiber mirror caps and 20-inch forged alloy wheels with a dark finish.
Other highlights include tinted taillights and carbon fiber accents on the
front fender vents.
The interior largely carries over but drivers will
find a sport steering wheel and leather seats with a contrasting central lime
stripe. The car also has Alcantara upholstery as well as AMR badging on the
headrests and door sill plates.
Customers looking for something more unique will be
able to order the model in three Designer Specifications as well as a limited
edition variant. The latter features a Stirling Green exterior with lime
accents as well as “extensive carbon fiber detailing.” Production will be
limited to 100 units and each will have a Dark Knight leather interior with
Satin Dark Chrome switchgear and Satin Carbon Fiber trim.
Speaking of options, customers will be able to order
a carbon fiber engine cover and carbon fiber exhaust tips. The AMR can also be
outfitted with a carbon fiber sport steering wheel and a custom luggage set
that is designed to match the car.
Pricing starts at £ 174,995 in the United Kingdom and US$ 241,000 in the United States. The first deliveries are slated to occur in the
second quarter of 2018.
