2021 Aston Martin DB11

The 2021 Aston Martin DB11 comes in a total of two trims. The DB11 V8 happens to be the base and the DB11 Shadow Edition. The standout features of the base variant comprise 20-inch wheels, Adaptive suspension, Power-adjustable heated front seats, 360-degree parking camera, Digital instrument gauges, and many more. The Shadow Edition trim brings features that are confined to cosmetic upgrades both on the inside and outside including Black Accented Headlights, taillights, grille, badges, wheels, and exhaust pipe. 

Which Trim should you buy?

With two trim options on offer, the 2021 Aston Martin DB11’s base variant is the best bang for the buck. It comes equipped with all the bells and whistles one looks for in the car at the price point and the availability of additional packages like the Technology Plus Interior Pack, which adds more practical features to the top-tier Shadow Edition trim. Moreover, the higher-placed SE trim does not provide any changes to the powertrain for better performance, consequently, spending an additional $20,000 for cosmetic upgrades would not be the best decision.

2021 Aston Martin DB11 returns 18 MPG in the city, 24MPG on the highways, and 20 combined. The fuel tank capacity of the car stands at 20.5 gallons which throws the range to a maximum of 492 miles on highways. These figures are impressive for a sports car and we cannot honestly expect much from the 4L twin-turbo V8 here.

The 2021 Bentley Continental GT is the clear winner in the segment with its enormous fuel tank of 24 gallons and combined efficiency of 19 MPG, which allow it to cover 600 miles on the highway. While the 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S is the most efficient on the block managing a combined efficiency of 21 gallons, it alongside the 2021 Ferrari Portofino lose out to their competitors in terms of the overall range.

Inside the appealing 2021 Aston Martin DB11 Coupe is the cabin that looks premium, sleek, and well-composed. The materials used are of superior quality and provide a tender feel. The 2021 DB11 can house 4 people and the seats are comfortable, wide, upright, and cushioned. The seats are wrapped in black leather and faux suede upholsteries and it also offers brake color-matched seat stitching for the Shadow Edition and premium leather for the base variant. 

The front seats are well placed and provide the driver with a commanding view of the road. It also provides ample head and legroom, while the rear seats are tight and narrow. Other than that, the dashboard looks laid back, functional, and well-composed. At the rear, the car offers 9.5 cubic feet cargo capacity, which is on the lesser side considering the car is a sleek coupe.

The 2021 DB11 comes with adequate space for the driver and front passenger, while the rear seats are tight and narrow. While each coupe can seat four passengers, space on the inside for front and rear rows differ in each individual vehicle. The 2021 Bentley Continental GT has proportionate space for both rows and manages the best-in-class cargo capacity of 12.6 cubic feet followed by the 2021 Ferrari Portofino at 10.3 cubic feet.

Standout interior features:

• Front air conditioning with dual-zone automatic temperature control
• Heated-cushioned seats for driver and front passenger
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Premium leather upholstery with matched brake color accents
• Alcantara wrapped ceiling

What’s there to keep you entertained?

The 2021 Aston Martin DB11 comes equipped with an 8-inch high-resolution touch LCD which is put like a docked tablet and resonates with an upmarket aura. It can be remotely controlled by a rotary knob present on the central console and shortcut buttons on the dashboard. The music system on the base trim comprises a 6-speaker premium sound system with a 400W amplifier and a 9-speaker B&O music system for the Shadow Edition. The Infotainment Unit supports Android Auto, Apple Carplay and Wi-Fi hotspot, and AM/FM Radio. On the Shadow Edition, features like SiriusXM, and a premium 705W amplifier, and speed-sensitive volume controls further add up.

Standout infotainment features:

• 8-inch high-resolution touch LCD display
• 6-Speaker and 400W Premium sound system.
• Android Auto and Apple Carplay.
• Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium Sound System w/ 16 Speakers, 700W-15-Channel Amplifier.
• SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan Radio.
• In-car Wi-Fi hotspot with Internet Access.
• Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System with pinch-to-zoom.

The Aston Martin DB11 looks expensive and sleek and the 2021 MY exterior, looks more sharp and hostile than the previous year’s model. The side curves are prominent and seductive; the well-designed exterior silhouette makes the car look premium from all aspects. Moreover, the well-curated and low-placed front grille and the oval-shaped LEDs provide a mean look. 

The backside features smoked and sleek tail lamps that make it look sophisticated and rare. What contributes more to the vehicle’s beauty is the 20-inch cast aluminum rims, and to be honest it does suit the car. All added up, the combination of all these embellishments makes the coupe stand tall because of its appeal.

The 2021 Aston Martin DB11 is one of the heavier cars in the segment weighing 3,880 lbs and is relatively smaller in all overall dimensions when compared to its competitors. Its ground clearance of 4 inches is the lowest in the segment but does give the coupe a true-blue sports car feel. 

The 2021 Continental GT leads in all aspects of the competition and it also sits on the heavier side weighing a staggering 4,926 lbs. It is the most practically designed vehicle, with the long-wheelbase adding to its interior space and a ground clearance of 5.6 inches giving it better performance capabilities. The Porsche 911 Turbo S has the smallest wheelbase at 96.5 inches, it is the smallest in terms of dimensions, and is also the lightest vehicle in the segment at 3,528 lbs, while the 2021 Ferrari Portofino lies midway between the Bentley and Porsche in terms of overall dimensions. 

Standout exterior features:

• 20" machined and painted accents Aluminum Wheels
• LED headlamp with DRLs
• Painted brake calipers
• Black Accented headlights, taillights, grille, wheels, and badges.
• Hands-free entry

The 2021 Aston Martin DB11 comes with a tensile and rigid chassis. It sits on a unibody frame which is made out of the finest quality steel, aluminum, and carbon fiber. The side impact beams and pillars are well reinforced to the car frame for added strength. It also comes with necessary safety features and driver assistance tech. DB11 is too expensive to be crash-tested by NHTSA and IIHS.

Some of its standout safety features:

• Emergency braking assist
• Blind-Spot Monitor (optional)
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Cruise Control
• 360-degree camera view
• Auto Park Assist (optional)

2021 Aston Martin DB11 Coupe vs 2021 Bentley Continental GT

The 2021 Bentley Continental GT might be the better option when power and torque outputs are concerned, but its performance capabilities are hindered by its sheer heaviness and larger dimensions. While the 2021 Aston Martin DB11 is a notch efficient, the Continental GT extends its ascendancy by averaging a higher combined range, providing better and premium quality of materials, and improved practicality with a number of customizable options. 

2021 Aston Martin DB11 Coupe vs 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S

Porsche remains ahead, with better acceleration and fuel efficiency due to its lightweight and small dimensions. Both cars are distinct in their own manners, the 911 Turbo S performs better in tracks and the DB11 is much more inclined towards touring. Both cars serve different purposes and it is a hard choice between the two.

2021 Aston Martin DB11 Coupe vs 2021 Ferrari Portofino

The 2021 Ferrari Portofino is the most expensive car in this comparison, and just like the 911 Turbo it is more of a track-focused car. On the other hand, the latter is more motivated towards touring. However, for the comparison, the Portofino is not only the most expensive car here but also is ahead in terms of performance.

The 2021 Aston Martin DB11 is one of the most beautiful and exotic coupes or GTs you can buy for this price. Be it a powerful engine, sleek looks, comfortable and premium cabins, decent fuel economy, the car has it all. However, if you conclude from a rationalistic point of view, you will find the other cars perform better and have a lot more to offer when it comes to features. But, it’s a matter of choice at the end of the day, you may be a fan of James Bond and get wooed by an Aston. If you happen to do so, leave all the facts and figures of the other cars; Go, get one, and feed your soul.