Is the DB11 V8 less special than other Aston Martins?

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Charan · Accepted Answer

Not at all. The Aston Martin presence still remains on the V8. The fact is it’s not the engine, it’s the whole package.

Pallavi · Answer

Honestly, it does feel a bit less special. The V8 can’t compete with the feeling of knowing you’ve got a massive V12 under the hood.

Priyanka · Answer

It seems a little more special in a way. That means that it’s more usable day to day, you can enjoy that Aston Martin experience more often.

Animesh · Answer

An Aston’s specialness is specifically its design and craftsmanship. Regardless of what's under the hood, the V8 has all of that in spades.

Raj · Answer

It is special in a different way. In its own way, an Aston, the V8 feels more modern and tech forward.

Kalika · Answer

I think it’s more special because it’s more rare to me. They all expect an Aston to have a V12 so the V8 is a bit of a surprise.

Sakshi · Answer

It doesn’t have the most exotic engine note, which is a shame. Visually, though, it’s as stunning as any other Aston.

Piyush · Answer

I would say it’s more special because it’s more fun to drive hard. The car feels more alive with the lighter V8.

Raj · Answer

An Aston Martin is special, but not just the car, it is the ownership experience that makes it special. That doesn't change with the V8.

Chandan · Answer

It’s not as special right now, but in 20 years when everything is electric, that any V8 Aston will be quite damn special.

Kalika · Answer

Absolutely. The lighter front end makes it more agile in city traffic and the V8 is more fuel efficient.

Priyanka · Answer

No way. If you are buying an Aston, you might as well buy the V12. It is not intended to be practical.

Abhay · Answer

I love my V8 DB11 and I daily it. It has more than enough power and doesn't drink fuel like the V12.

Bhramita · Answer

The V8 is certainly more liveable, but the V12 is hardly inconsiderable. It's all about personal preference.

Charu · Answer

The V8 is more sensible for daily driving. It will also attract less unwanted attention in traffic.

Rajat · Answer

I’ve driven both extensively and the V8 is noticeably more nimble in urban environs. That’s the better daily for sure.

Barun · Answer

The V12 is more smooth at low speeds, which can be a nice thing in stop and go traffic. It's a toss-up really.

Nimish · Answer

If you are actually daily driving an Aston, the lower running costs of the V8 will soon add up. It's the smarter choice.

Gazal · Answer

The best daily driver is the one that you enjoy driving every day. Some prefer the V12, others the V8.

Neeraj · Answer

Neither is as great daily driver as modern luxury sedans, but of the two, I think the V8 would be the easier car to live with.