01
How to start it
Step on the brake, press the engine start button on the console or steering column; wait for the cluster to confirm ready before shifting out of P.
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DB9 Volante
The Aston Martin DB9 Volante — a supercar from Aston Martin. Specs below are inferred from category norms; verify against the research links for exact MY figures.
0–60 mph
16s
Top speed
171 mph
Horsepower
450
Base price
$280K
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01 / Trims
Choose a trim · 3 available
Tap a trim to see specs, drivetrain, weight and a maintenance schedule tailored to that build.
Trim
View →DB9 Volante Base
$280K
Entry trim of the DB9 Volante — The Aston Martin DB9 Volante — a supercar from Aston Martin. Specs below are inferred from category norms; verify against the research links for exact MY figures.
0–60
16s
Top
171
HP
450
Engine: 5.9L NA V12
Drive: RWD
Trans: 8-speed automatic
Weight: 3,400 lbs
Trim
View →DB9 Volante Premium
$314K
Premium trim — upgraded leather, premium audio, larger wheels, driver-assist suite.
0–60
16s
Top
171
HP
450
Engine: 5.9L NA V12
Drive: RWD
Trans: 8-speed automatic
Weight: 3,460 lbs
Trim
View →DB9 Volante Track Pack
$342K
Track-focused pack — carbon aero, stickier tires, larger brakes, lighter wheels.
0–60
16s
Top
171
HP
450
Engine: 5.9L NA V12 (track-tuned)
Drive: RWD
Trans: 8-speed automatic
Weight: 3,320 lbs
02 / Mechanical
What's inside, mechanically
Engine / Powerplant
5.9L NA V12
Peak Horsepower
450 hp
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Curb Weight
3,400 lbs
Power-to-Weight
0.132 hp/lb · 8 lb per hp
Body structure
Carbon-fiber monocoque
Suspension
Double-wishbone front / multi-link rear with adaptive dampers
Braking
Carbon-ceramic discs, 6-piston front calipers
03 / Features
What this car offers
Safety & driver assistance
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Traction control
- Multi-stage front and side airbags
- Tire pressure monitoring
- Backup camera
- Carbon-fiber safety cell
Performance hardware
- Lightweight performance brake package
- Manual throttle and clutch control
- Passive performance suspension
- Mechanical limited-slip differential
- No launch control or selectable drive modes
Cabin & technology
- Analog instrument cluster
- Premium leather upholstery
- Physical audio and climate controls
- Period-correct factory audio
- Mechanical key and immobilizer
- No factory smartphone mirroring or remote software updates
Safety rating
4/ 5
Value score
8/ 10
Performance, build, and ownership-cost composite.
04 / Configurator
Build your own version
Common factory packages and option groups for this segment, scaled to the model's base MSRP tier.
Exposed carbon-fiber package
Visible carbon body and aero pieces.
+$8,000
Carbon-ceramic brakes upgrade
Track-grade rotors with reduced fade.
+$6,000
Track / aero performance pack
Splitter, wing and floor for added downforce.
+$7,500
Premium / bespoke paint
Hand-applied paint or signature factory color.
+$1,100
Forged lightweight wheels
Reduced unsprung mass for sharper turn-in.
+$1,700
Extended leather / Alcantara package
Premium materials throughout the cabin.
+$1,400
Reference audio upgrade
High-output reference-grade speaker system.
+$800
Technology / driver-assist pack
Adaptive cruise, parking assist, surround cameras.
+$1,000
05 / Owner's walkthrough
How to live with it
Practical guide for everything a new owner asks on day one — starting the car, gear selector, drive modes, infotainment, driver aids, and easy-to-miss features.
02
Where the gear selector is (and how to use it)
Console-mounted shifter with R-N-D-S notches; paddles behind the wheel for manual gear control.
03
Drive modes
If equipped, the car has at most a single 'Sport' button that firms the dampers and quickens throttle response — there is no scrollable mode menu, no Individual setup, and no software-defined dynamics.
04
Instruments
Analog tach and speedo with a small digital LCD strip for trip, odometer, and warning messages. No fully reconfigurable digital cluster and no head-up display on most trims.
05
Infotainment & voice control
Factory audio is CD-based, sometimes with an optional in-dash navigation screen (DVD-ROM map disc). No CarPlay, no Android Auto, no app integration — Bluetooth phone pairing only appeared on the very last cars of this era.
06
Driver assistance
Driver assistance is limited to the basics — ABS, traction control, and electronic stability control on most trims, with optional radar cruise control on late-era luxury cars. There is no lane-keep assist, no automatic emergency braking, no blind-spot monitoring, and no surround-view camera; drive with the same situational awareness you'd use in any analog performance car.
07
Fueling
Premium unleaded (91 or 93 octane) is required on Aston Martin performance models — the engine timing is set for it and lower octane causes audible knock and reduced power. Fuel-cap release is a button on the driver door panel; the cap is capless (just push the nozzle in).
08
Keys
Smart-key fob with remote lock/unlock and rolling-code immobilizer. No phone-as-key, no shareable digital credentials, no remote app start.
09
First-week tips & easy-to-miss features
A few things every new owner tells us they wish they'd known on day one:
- Always use the front-axle lift before driveways and speed bumps — it stores the lift point in GPS so the car raises automatically next time.
- Warm tires and oil for at least 8–10 minutes before using Race / Track mode; cold rubber on this much power is the #1 cause of off-throttle spins.
- Download the brand app (Manufacturer app) and pair it with your VIN before your first long trip — remote climate, charging/fuel-level checks, and remote lock-status save you walking back to the garage in winter.
06 / Maintenance
Keep it running for the long haul
Without verified trim specs we use the universal long-life schedule — works for virtually any modern road car. Cross-check against your owner's manual for engine-specific items.
| Interval | Task | Why it matters | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly | Cold tire pressure check | Set to door-jamb spec when tires are cold. Underinflation kills sidewalls and fuel/range economy; overinflation reduces grip. | High |
| Weekly | Visual walk-around | Check for fluid spots on the ground, tire condition, light operation, and any new noises before driving off. | Recommended |
| Monthly | Fluid level audit | Open the hood: check engine oil (where dipstick exists), coolant overflow level, brake fluid, washer fluid, power steering (if hydraulic). | High |
| Monthly | Wash + interior vacuum | Salt, road tar and bird droppings etch paint and clearcoat. Use pH-neutral car shampoo, two-bucket method. | Recommended |
| Every 6 months | Wax / ceramic top-up | Paint protection prevents oxidation. Spray-on ceramic boosters extend a base coat for 6–9 months. | Recommended |
| Every 12 months | Wiper blades + washer fluid | Replace both blades; switch to winter blades + de-icer fluid in cold climates. | Recommended |
| Every 12 months | 12V auxiliary battery test | Load-test the 12V battery — even EVs have one, and a weak 12V causes the most no-starts on modern cars. | High |
| Every 24 months | Brake fluid moisture test | Test with a refractometer or strips. >2% water content = flush. Hygroscopic fluid corrodes ABS modulators. | Critical |
| Every 24 months | Alignment check | Even a curb hit can throw alignment off. Mis-alignment burns through $1k+ tire sets quickly. | High |
| Every 7,500 mi / 12 months | Full-synthetic oil + filter | OEM-spec viscosity and filter. | Critical |
| Every 30,000 mi | Transmission fluid service | Honor TIME not just mileage; 'lifetime' is marketing. | High |
| Every 60,000 mi | Coolant flush + spark plugs | Use OEM-spec coolant only. | High |
| Every 100,000 mi | Timing belt (if equipped) + water pump | Non-negotiable on interference designs. | Critical |
Longevity tips
- Follow the time interval, not just mileage — fluids degrade by age alone.
- Wash + wax 2–4× per year; treat undercarriage in winter to prevent rust.
- Address small issues immediately (squeaks, warning lights, fluid spots).
- Use OEM-spec parts and fluids.
- Keep a service log — boosts resale value and catches missed intervals.