If you’ve been lusting for a new Aston Martin DB9 but want for additional passenger space, the Rapide Concept is your ride. Just a concept for now, the Aston Martin Rapide could easily be produced to tackle the Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMG and upcoming Porsche Panamera in the four-door “coupe” war. The Aston Martin Rapide concept is stretched nine inches over the DB9 sports coupe upon which it is based, and features a 480-horsepower V-12 engine driving the rear wheels through s six-speed automatic transmission. Acceleration to 60 mph would take about 4.6 seconds, top speed is 186 mph, and if produced, Aston Martin expects a price tag of around $200,000.
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