The four-door successor to the classic Aston Martin Rapide may not be making a return, but our imagination has taken flight with a vision for a new, powerful Vanquish-inspired grand tourer.
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- We envision what a modern successor to the Rapide sports sedan could look like.
- The study draws from the Vanquish, with a stretched wheelbase for added comfort.
- A four-door V12 Aston Martin would rival the likes of the Porsche Panamera Turbo S.
While Aston Martin has shifted its focus to SUVs with the DBX crossover, the dream of a grand touring Aston remains. The Rapide was a perfect blend of aggression, elegance, and adventurous style—a perfect four-door sports car. Despite its discontinuation, enthusiasts like to imagine what a modern version could look like.
Our vision is grounded in the newly unveiled Vanquish. Picture the soul of a supercar enclosed in an elegant, four-door body. It could offer a monstrous twin-turbo V12, jaw-dropping aesthetics, and just the right amount of impractical luxury that makes a grand tourer irresistible.
A Look to Die For
Our concept would draw heavily from the Vanquish’s sleek design, stretching its wheelbase to enhance rear-seat legroom and comfort. It would feature revised intakes, sculpted surfaces, and wide haunches, all finished with a sporty, aggressive stance.
The side profile would hint at a Dodge Charger in its proportions, while a panoramic glass roof spills natural light into the cabin. At the rear, we would see LED light blades, sculpted bumpers, and a diffuser for an unmistakable grand touring aesthetic.
Sporting Luxury
The interior would be a masterpiece of driver-focused luxury. Seating would feature leather upholstery and carbon fiber Trim, with bespoke electochromatic glass for privacy. A crisp 10.25-inch digital display would be paired with tactile physical controls for an engaging driving experience.
Rear passengers would not be overlooked, either. They would enjoy massaging, reclining seats, individual climate controls, and noticeably more legroom thanks to the extended wheelbase. Bowers & Wilkins sound systems would further enhance the vehicle’s luxurious ambiance.
12-Cylinder Perfection
Power would emanate from the Vanquish’s 5.2-liter twin-turbo V12 engine, generating 823 horsepower and 737 foot-pounds of torque. Paired with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission and an electronic rear differential, a 0-60 mph sprint of under 3.5 seconds could be easily achieved, with a top speed nearing 200 mph.
Adaptive suspension and Bilstein DTX dampers would provide an engaging yet comfortable ride, merging speed and luxury perfectly.
