Thursday, February 24, 2011

Aston Martin Virage: sport with luxury

The new Virage, which will be previewed at the Geneva Motor Show, is added to the range of sporty models from Aston Martin DB9 and ranking among the DBS. The result of seven years of evolution in aluminum VH architecture that combines light weight with strength, Virage has the unmistakable look of the brand in a balanced mix of sportiness and elegance.

The engine is a 6-liter V12 Aston Martin front-mounted in a central position: handmade has a power of 497 hp and a torque of 570 Nm and is mated to an automatic six-speed Touchtronic II shaft carbon fiber . With regard to the dynamic behavior Virage is counting on a new adaptive damping system ADS (Adaptive Damping System) which according to the road surface acts on cushions for a firm grip.

In normal mode, there are five different levels of rigidity and, in sport mode, five more rigid regulations. By selecting the Sport button on the dashboard you get a quicker throttle response and more rapid changes. Virage provides the standard carbon-ceramic brakes. The radiator grille is a new aluminum design and is inspired by the One-77.

New lines in the front bumper and the front is characterized by the typical range of LED lights. During the reign for leather interior hand-sewn with great care: there are 70 hours of work necessary to create an environment so unique. The new satellite navigation system, fully integrated, developed in collaboration with Garmin, with high-resolution display of 6.5 inches.

Standard Bluetooth phone preparation, the powerful sound system with 700W Aston Martin Dolby Pro Logic II and integrated connection for iPod. The Virage, Volante convertible with his version, are already on sale in 41 countries but the prices will be announced during the fair, where also debuted the V8 Vantage and the supermini Cygnet.

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