Aston Martin Virage
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The Aston Martin Virage, a Sedan from Aston Martin, was launched in India in Jan 2014.
Virage competes with BMW i5, Skoda Superb and Toyota Camry in India. Please check following table for Aston Martin Virage model list.
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About Aston Martin Virage
Aston Martin Virage is a car that first hit the roads over last two decades ago. Originally, launched in 1990, this 2-door sports car was offered in two forms – coupé and volante (convertible). Discontinued in 1995, Aston Martin has again revived the Virage marque, presenting the new car at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2011. It completes Aston Martin's GT line-up by filling in the gap between the DBS and DB9 cars.
Launched with a powerful V12 engine, new Virage 2011 has been available in India since Aston Martin forayed into the Indian market in April 2011. Apart from the new engine, Virage 2011 incorporates several new attributes like high levels of refinement and dynamic control. The company has capitalised on technology used in the DBS GT car and combined it with the refinement and comfort found in the DB9 and Rapide cars in order to develop the new Virage 2011.
Introduction
A popular car from the stables of Aston Martin, the new Virage offers buyers a greater choice of individual sports car attributes with the common Aston Martin DNA. The Virage 2011 is a handcrafted luxury sports car that is powered by an effortlessly muscular V12 powertrain. This powerful engine has been combined with a smooth and responsive paddle-shift ‘Touchtronic 2’ automatic transmission system that provides assured performance.
The abovementioned characteristics as well as excellent interiors have helped the new Aston Martin Virage in emerging as one of the best Grand Touring (GT) sports car in the world. Renowned for its craftsmanship, Aston Martin provides the all-new Virage with full grain leather interiors. Originally, a 2+2 seater, Virage 2011 is also optionally offered as a purely 2-seater 2-door sports car.
Launch History
Aston Martin Virage first went into production in 1990 and was made by this automotive giant till 1995. Originally launched as a coupé, the Virage range was expanded by introducing the Volante, a convertible. Being a low-volume car-maker, Aston Martin only sold a few hundred Virage cars in 5 years.
On 23 February, 2011, Aston Martin announced its plans of presenting the new Virage 2011 on 1 March, 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show. This new Virage has a V12 engine, a new 'Touchtronic 2' transmission, a 700 W audio system, hand-stitched leather seats and many customisable features.
Variants (Models)
Aston Martin Virage 2011 is available in two variants – Virage Coupé and Virage Volante. Among these two, the latter is a convertible car while the former is, quite obviously, a coupe. The major difference between the two models is that the Volante sports an openable soft cover convertible-type top. Apart from this, the two are nearly the same, though minor differences exist.
Pricing
New Virage car price in India lies in the range of Rs. 2.5 crores – Rs. 3 crores, depending upon the variant bought. New Virage price also depends upon optional interior / exterior equipment chosen by buyers.
Review
Ever since it was launched in March 2011, the new Aston Martin Virage 2011 has received good reviews from the media and the market. Apart from the new engine and transmission, the new looks as well as the luxurious interiors have been appreciated by auto enthusiasts. In addition to that, the new Virage is highly customisable, an aspect which makes the car even more exclusive and worth the hefty price tag.
Used Car Market
Aston Martin does not have a used car programme in India, and the company sells only new cars in the market. However, the older version of Aston Martin Virage might be available in the used car market, though it is expected to command a high resale value owing to its luxury sports character.
Specifications
The new Virage 2011 comes with a hand-assembled engine, built at Aston Martin's facility in Cologne. Aston Martin Virage 2011 has a front-mid-engined configuration, with the engine being placed as far back as possible in the chassis. Virage 2011 has the following specifications for both Coupé and Volante models.
Engine | |
Type | All-Alloy, Quad Overhead Camshaft, V12, 48-valve |
Capacity | 5935 cc |
Max. Power | 497 PS at 6500 rpm |
Max. Torque | 570 Nm at 5750 rpm |
Compression Ratio | 10.97 : 1 |
Performance | |
Acceleration | 0-100 kmph in 4.6 seconds |
Top Speed | 299 kmph |
Transmission | |
Type | Rear Mid-Mounted, ‘Touchtronic 2’, 6-speed with an Electronic Shift-by-Wire Control System |
Final Drive Ratio | 3.46 : 1 |
Exterior
Exterior Appearance
The appearance of the new Aston Martin Virage 2011 can be described as elegant and graceful. Despite having an assertive design, Virage 2011 cannot be categorised as an overtly aggressive looking car. The new Virage car has an understated design with potent characteristics. The external appearance of Aston Martin Virage 2011 exhibits the perfect amalgamation of modernity and tradition, thus distinguishing the vehicle as a true Aston Martin car.
Virage 2011 features a new hand-finished stainless steel grille, with certain elements shaped like wing sections, new intake meshes and striking double xenon headlights being its highlights. In its Volante form, the lines of the new Virage retain all the fluidity and poise of the coupé model. The openable soft-top is made up of fabric and incorporates an additional layer of Thinsulate material to further reduce wind noise and give additional protection from the elements. The soft-top is electrically powered and can be opened with the touch of a button. When folded, the roof sits beneath a flush fitting cover providing optimum style and unobstructed rearward vision in the new Virage 2011.
Exterior Measurements
The exterior dimensions of new Aston Martin Virage 2011 have been described below.
Virage Coupé 2011 | Virage Volante 2011 | |
Overall Length (mm) | 4703 | 4703 |
Width Excluding mirrors (mm) | 1904 | 1904 |
Width Including mirrors (mm) | 2061 | 2061 |
Overall Height (mm) | 1282 | 1289 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 2740 | 2740 |
Turning Circle (metres) | 11.6 | 11.6 |
Kerb Weight (kg.) | 1785 | 1890 |
Interior
Interior Appearance
New Aston Martin Virage 2011 is elegant from the outside and luxurious inside. New Virage cars come with a full-grain leather interior and Alacantara headlining. In addition to that, walnut facia trim and iridium silver centre console finish are present to provide exclusivity in new Aston Martin Virage cars.
Renowned for its hand crafted interiors, Aston Martin puts in 70 man hours of expert craftsmanship on the interiors alone while developing every new Virage car. Overall, more than 200 man hours are spent in handcrafting every new Virage 2011 at Aston Martin’s global headquarters in Gaydon, Warwickshire, England. This effort is the first thing to be noticed as soon as the swan-wing doors of the car open.
Interior Comfort
Despite, making such fine interiors, Aston Martin does not entirely depend on the craftsmanship to make the Virage comfortable. For the comfort of customers, several advanced features like the electrically adjustable and heated sports seats with memory function. In addition to that, heated rear screen, automatic climate control, powerfold electrical heated mirrors, cruise control, trip computer and several other features are present in the new Aston Martin Virage 2011.
Interior Measurements
Both the coupé and Volante models of the new Virage have 2+2 seating capacity, though buyers can also opt for 2-seater cars also. Given below are the interior dimensions of Virage:
Measurements (inches) | Coupe | Convertible |
front headroom | 36.7 | 36.3 |
rear headroom | 1.1 | 31.5 |
front hip room | 55.3 | 55.3 |
rear hip room | 49.5 | 49.5 |
front leg room | 42.8 | 42.8 |
rear leg room | 24.9 | 24.9 |
front shoulder room | 59.3 | 59.3 |
rear shoulder room | 48.8 | 48.8 |
The new Aston Martin Virage 2011 has boot capacity of 184 litres in coupé and 152 litres in Volante.
Mileage, Average and Fuel Economy
Being a sports car, new Virage 2011 does not have a high average and gives mileage of 5.4 kmpl on city roads and 7.9 kmpl on highways.
On-road Drive
The new Virage's dynamics have been tuned to deliver an engaging and refined driving experience. It features a newly developed Adaptive Damping System (ADS) that intelligently ‘reads’ the road condition to ensure optimum handling of the car such that it is able to adapt to different conditions. This system is able to select up to five different stiffness settings within its normal mode and five even stiffer settings in sport mode.
Aiding enhanced driver control, a ‘Sport’ button is present in Virage 2011 to allow drivers to select sharper throttle response and ensure quicker gear changes. This is achieved while simultaneously holding gears without shifting up at the revolution limiter automatically.
Virage 2011 comes with standard Carbon Ceramic Matrix (CCM) brakes that offer tremendous stopping power to the car. This braking system is more powerful, resistant to fading and much lighter than the traditional cast-iron discs, thus reducing the overall vehicle weight. In addition to that, it reduces weight at each wheel, which means that a better balance between ride comfort and handling can be achieved.
Power
One of the biggest advantages of the new Aston Martin Virage 2011 is its powerful V12 engine, which churns out power output of 490 bhp at 6500 rpm and torque of 570 Nm at 5750 rpm.
Acceleration and Pick Up
Virage 2011 takes a mere 4.6 seconds to accelerate from 0 kmph to 100 kmph. On its own, this figure indicates the excellent pick up characteristics of the car.
Safety and Security
The new Aston Martin Virage 2011 comes with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with track mode and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD). Apart from these, Emergency Brake Assist (EBA), Traction Control (TC) alarm and immobiliser, battery disconnect switch and dual stage driver and front passenger airbags are also present the car.
Comfort and Convenience
Virage 2011 comes with several comfort and convenience features like rear and front parking sensors, electrically-adjustable heated sports seats with memory function. Along with these, the car also possesses cruise control system, LED map reading lights, powerfold heated mirrors with memory function and automatic temperature control.
Wheels
The standard wheels and tyres in the coupé and Volante models of new Aston Martin Virage 2011 have been described below:
Wheels | |
Type | 20” 5-spoke cast alloy silver painted wheels |
Size | Front wheels – 8.5 J x 20” |
Rear wheels – 11 J x 20” | |
Tyres | |
Brand | Pirelli P Zero |
Size | Front Tyres – 245/35 R 20 |
Rear Tyres – 295/30 R 20 |
Aston Martin Virage 2011 comes with the option of different type of wheels for both the models. Thus, buyers can choose from four types of 20” wheels, which are listed below:
- 5-spoke alloy graphite painted wheels with diamond-turned finish
- 10-spoke alloy liquid silver painted wheels
- 10-spoke alloy silver painted wheels with diamond-turned finish
- 10-spoke alloy graphite painted wheels with diamond-turned finish
Stereo and Accessories
New Virage 2011, coupé as well as Volante, have 700 W Aston Martin premium audio system with Dolby Pro Logic II that includes a 6-CD autochanger as well. This audio system also has an integrated iPod connector as well as a 3.5 mm auxiliary input socket. In addition to that, it has a USB connector that is compatible with Waveform Audio Format (WAF), Windows Media Audio (WMA) and MPEG (MP3) audio files. Buyers can optionally choose a 1000 W 'Bang & Olufsen' BeoSound audio system with ICEpower technology.
Optional accessories available with new Aston Martin Virage 2011 include personalised sill plaques, alarm upgrade (volumetric and tilt sensor) and alternative facia trim finishes (mahogany, piano black, tamo ash, nexus alloy, double apex alloy).
Dealers
In April 2011, Aston Martin officially entered the Indian market with its first dealership in India at Mumbai. With Aston Martin Mumbai dealership the company has increased its global dealership network to a total of 134 dealers in 42 countries. This move by Aston Martin has brought luxury sports cars of the British marque to India. It step is an important part of the UK-based car-maker's expansion plans in emerging automotive markets. This new dedicated and exclusive Aston Martin facility at Mumbai is in partnership with Performance Cars, a division of Infinity Cars Pvt. Ltd. Infinity Cars has an excellent reputation in the luxury car segment in India.
Speaking about the opening of the dealership at Mumbai, Aston Martin’s Chief Commercial Officer, Michael van der Sande had said, “India represents a new opportunity for us and as part of our programme of growing the reach of the global Aston Martin dealership network; this expansion brings our brand to a different audience in a new market. Our decision to bring the Aston Martin brand to India is driven by a strong level of interest and enthusiasm from potential customers in an emerging luxury market. We have taken our time to find the right advocates for Aston Martin and I am confident that we have selected strong partners with whom we look forward to starting a successful relationship.”
Adding further, Mr. Lalit Choudary, Managing Director, Performance Cars had said, “Partnering Aston Martin offers us an unique opportunity to bring one of the world's iconic brands to one of the most discerning and fast growing markets. We are confident about the brand's success in India given the range of models, the comfortable ride quality the cars offer on our roads and the exclusivity they accord.”
Aston Martin Mumbai is located at No.3, Crystal Building, Altamount Road, Mumbai – 400026, Maharashtra. This location is located near Kemp's Corner, which is at the junction of the ultra premium Peddar and Altamount Roads and offers customers a premium boutique environment. The after-sales facility of the company, situated at Worli, is a first of its kind, air conditioned workshop. These facilities have been especially designed to follow the international design elements that have timelessly identified the elegance of Aston Martin brand around the world.
Customers and enthusiasts can view as well as test-drive selected models from the entire range of V8 Vantage Coupé and Roadster, V12 Vantage, DB9 Coupé and Volante, DBS Coupé and Volante, 4-door sports car Rapide, V8 Vantage S and the new Virage. The new Aston Martin Virage is available at this dealership, imported as a Completely Built Unit (CBU).
Company Quotes
Speaking about the new Virage, Dr. Ulrich Bez, Chief Executive Officer, Aston Martin had said, “100 years of automotive history has demonstrated that evolution delivers the best solutions in time. So it is with Virage; it is the next level of evolution in our VH architecture strategy and it does everything with the perfection that you would expect today. It is the perfect balance of opposites.”
Competitor Analysis
The new Aston Martin Virage 2011 competes with Audi R8, Bentley Continental GT and Jaguar XK in the Indian market.
A two-door super sports car from Audi Company, R8 was launched in India in 2008. R8 is available in 3 variants – two in coupé form and one convertible. R8 Coupé 4.2 FSI quattro comes with a 4163 cc V8 petrol engine which churns out 424 bhp of power at 7900 rpm and torque of 430 Nm at 4500-6000 rpm. R8 Coupe 5.2 FSI quattro has a 5204 cc V10 petrol engine which generates 518 bhp of power at 8000 rpm and torque of 530 Nm at 6500 rpm. R8 Spyder (convertible) 5.2 FSI quattro comes with a 5204 cc V10 petrol engine which churns out 518 bhp of power at 8000 rpm and torque of 530 Nm at 6500 rpm. While the V8 coupé is way behind Virage 2011 in terms of power output, the opposite is the case with the V10 models. However, the torque in new Virage 2011 is way much more than that of any model of R8.
R8 comes with Audi magnetic ride, sports seats, 'Bang & Olufsen' sound system and Audi parking system with rear camera. In addition to that, Audi R8 comes with several features that add to the car's sporty yet luxurious nature. On the other hand, Virage 2011's hand-crafted interiors give the car exclusivity and luxury. In India, Audi R8 is available in the price range of Rs. 1 crore – Rs. 1.75 crores, while the Aston Martin Virage 2011 is more expensive, with a price tag of Rs. 2.5 crores – Rs. 3 crores.
Bentley Continental GT comes with a 5998 cc W12 petrol engine which churns out 567 bhp of power at 6000 rpm. This engine has peak torque of 700 Nm at 1700 rpm, which propels the car to a top speed of 318 kmph easily. New Continental GT can accelerate from 0 kmph – 100 kmph in 4.6 seconds. The new Aston Martin Virage 2011 is beaten by the Continental GT in terms of power output and torque, but manages to achieve the same acceleration effortlessly.
With an all-wheel drive system and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Bentley Continental GT drives in a safe manner. Continental GT comes with an 8-inch touchscreen which includes the latest navigation technology and places the car’s audio system, comfort and telephone settings at fingertips. On the other hand, Virage 2011 has a 700 W premium audio system and several stability features. A two-door coupé, Bentley Continental GT is available in the price range of Rs. 1.6 crores – Rs. 1.7 crores in India, while new Virage is more expensive in the range of Rs. 2.5 crores – Rs. 3 crores.
The Jaguar XK, launched in 2009, comes in the form of a coupé and a convertible. It has two engines on offer, which can be used in the coupé as well as the convertible versions of the car. Among the engines, the first is a 5 L petrol V8 AJ-V8 engine while the other is a turbocharged version of the same. While the former delivers a power output of 379 hp, the latter produces 503 hp power output easily. The new Virage 2011 manages to beat the normal version, though it is beaten by the supercharged version in terms of power output.
All XK models possess a variety of state-of-the-art safety systems, such as Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) and Jaguar's trademark Adaptive Restraint Technology System (ARTS) as well as Pedestrian Contact Sensing System. The XK Convertible models come with an additional, highly sophisticated roll-over protection system. A top-of-the-range Bowers and Wilkins 525 W premium sound system, which has AM / FM radio (or an optional DAB) and a 6 disc in-dash CD changer with mp3 compatibility, offers extraordinary clarity and excellent sound reproduction. On the other hand, Aston Martin Virage 2011 comes with a 700 W premium audio system. Jaguar XK comes in the price range of Rs. 65-75 lacs while Virage 2011 is considerably more expensive at Rs. 2.5 crores – Rs. 3 crores.
LPG/CNG
Aston Martin Virage does not have a LPG or a CNG version.
Pros
The more powerful V12 engine, the more smooth 'Touchtronic 2' automatic transmission, hand crafted luxury and several other such features make the pros of the new Aston Martin Virage 2011.
Cons
A cost in the price range of Rs. 2.5 crores – Rs. 3 crores really hampers the sales of the vehicle, thus leading buyers to select other premium luxury cars that have a lower price tag.
Conclusion
Providing a unique driving experience combined with luxury, power, speed and advanced features, the new Aston Martin Virage 2011 is an excellent choice if the high cost is manageable. The two versions – coupe and Volante – will certainly provide auto enthusiasts with as much as power and luxury as they could desire while its world class safety features will ensure total control of car at the highest of speeds. Thus, Virage is a viable contender for the position of the best premium two-door sports car that comes with all high end features.
Aston Martin Virage Variants
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User Reviews for Virage
Aston Martin Virage, apart from having a strong engine and luxury sedan features
Aston Martin Virage, apart from having a strong engine and luxury sedan features, is one of my favourite owing to its unique exterior styling. The two door model has an interesting front that will grab your attention instantly. Among other features, the exterior has single bi-xenon headlamps with integrated side lights and indicators, LED rear lamps and side repeaters. Virage is not one of the best cars in terms of cabin rear space, however, it can perfectly fit 2 grown people and made for speed freaks. The cabin still manages to impress with high quality gadgets and equipment that not only caters comfort but also have optimum durability. I think features like electrically adjustable seat, seat heating system, Led map-reading light and automated climate control functions are very practical. Virage's in-car entertainment system unit is my favourite aspect about the car so far. This hub consists of a series of handy features like 700W Aston Martin audio system, integrated iPod connector and USB connector with Waveform Audio Format(WAF), windows media player and MP3 compatibility. In summary, belonging to a British premium brand, Aston Martin Virage is extremely over-priced. However, I would consider it suitable for anyone looking for a premium luxury car that beats all competitors in engine performance as well.
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Compare Virage with Alternatives
Aston Martin Virage | BMW i5 | Skoda Superb | Toyota Camry | |
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Price | ₹ N/A | ₹ 1.20 Crore | ₹ 54.00 Lakh | ₹ 46.17 Lakh |
Fuel Type | - | Electric | Petrol | Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) |
Engine Size | - | - | 1984 cc | 2487 cc |
Transmission | - | Automatic | Automatic (DCT) | Automatic (e-CVT) |
Power | - | - | 188 bhp @ 4200 rpm | 176 bhp @ 5700 rpm |
Torque | - | - | 320 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 221 Nm @ 3600-5200 rpm |
Safety Rating | - | - | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | 5 Star (ASEAN NCAP) |
Boot Space | - | 490 litres | 625 litres | - |
Ground Clearance | - | - | 151 mm | - |
Size | - | 5060 mm L X 1900 mm W X 1505 mm H | 4869 mm L X 1864 mm W X 1503 mm H | 4885 mm L X 1840 mm W X 1455 mm H |