A Fresh Interior Touches the Aston Martin's 2016 Rapide S
From across the pond, it seems an understated British invasion has arrived on our shores. Armed with refined elegance and subtle power, the 2016 Aston Martin Rapide S slips into this year's automotive landscape bringing minor yet notable updates to its already-impressive persona.
The Epitome of Understated Sophistication
Though echoing last year’s exterior design, there is a marked change within - a fresh interior face-lift that brings seamless unity between the Aston Martin Vanquish and itself, given they share more than just good genes but also their platform. This connection finds most prominence in the redesigned central console; maintaining continuity in design elements while offering sleekness wrapped beautifully in functionality.
The AMi II Infotainment System: A Think-tank Within The Cockpit
Sitting snugly within this updated revolving display hub is every modern driver's dream –the new AMi II infotainment system. Integrating vehicle technical status, hands-free Bluetooth phone connectivity and audio controls onto a convenient 6.5-inch screen interface which pairs easily with iOS and Android devices alike. As if driving wasn't engaging enough, imagine your car reading you text messages as you navigate through city streets or countryside roads commanding vaguely restrained 560 horsepower beast under the hood! Choose from default 600-watt premium sounds or indulge yourself with an optional upgrade to Bang & Olufsen BeoSound audio for immersive auditory experiences.
An Engine With Legacy That Speaks Volumes
Beyond all else however, perhaps what indeed remains at heart (quite literally) of any sports-car enthusiast would be the engine prowess and transmission capabilities- In which case inherent legacy shines bright with six-liter AM29 V12 engine under the hood. Offering a staggering 560 PS at 6650 rpm and creating an impressive torque of 456 lb-ft at 5500 rpm, this powerhouse propels the four-door supercar from zero to sixty in just about 4.2 seconds; courtesy of rear-mounted Touchtronic III eight-speed transmission. As if that wasn't thrilling enough – a top speed cap set at head-spinning 203 mph.
Every Option is A Luxury
The creature comforts don’t end there– standard features include Silver painted multi-spoke alloy wheels sporting diamond-turned finishes measuring proud twenty inches with three equally stunning optional styles available for the discerning drivers. Manually dimming interior rear-view mirror comes as standard but astute buyers have option to upgrade to auto-dimming function integrated with garage door controls.
A surefire way to enthrall even backseat passengers? The optional entertainment system inclusive two screens mounted on each front seat backs and six-disc DVD player ensures that no ride will be dull! On long drives or in biting cold seasons, heated seats - both front and rear are another thoughtful inclusion which can also be upgraded further to ventilated variant for those warmer months.
If it was ever possible, yes one could actually add more value by choosing from folding rear-seat options, personalized door sills, custom-colored brake calipers and…believe it or not –an umbrella too!
A Gentleman's Nod To Refinement
In conclusion then –As we turn our gaze towards Aston Martin’s updated offering in form of Rapide S model year 2016; what emerges clearly is refined subtlety merged beautifully with raw power and functionality enveloped sleekly within automotive elegance. So here’s raising a toast (or perhaps revving up engines) in gentlemanlike nod toward this fine specimen of engineering and design, as it graces our roads.
-Ed
2016 Aston Martin Rapide S
