Aston Martin Rapide: The No1 leaves the factory in Graz

This has now been done, the first Aston Martin Rapide comes out of the assembly plant in Graz, Austria. A plant belonging to the Canadian Magna International supplier.

Recall that the Rapide is the first cut four door hatchback designed and developed by the famous British firm. Thus, after having had the right to present Rapide concept in Detroit in 2006, Aston Martin has unveiled the production model at the IAA in 2009. Voila production of this exceptional car has just started.

This long luxury sedan is assembled around the platform used for the DB9. It accommodates only four passengers who will enjoy an extremely opulent presentation and comfort worthy of a high performance sports sedan. To this are added conveniences & Food among the most advanced in the world. The cargo area varies between 301 and 750 liters.

Under the long hood of the Rapide, there is the phenomenal Aston Martin V12 claw. Its cylinder is 6.0 liters. He develops a power of 470 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque, all couples have a sequential box has dual clutch six-speed paddle-shift driving. Quick takes its name since it is possible to reach 100 km / h in just 5.1 seconds and offering a top speed of 303 km / h.

This seductive Aston Martin will very soon find themselves among 125 dealers of the British brand distributed in over 34 countries.