Competing in the midsize sedan segment, the 2011 Aston Martin Rapide Sedan is a direct competitor to the fullsize sedans such as the Bentley Flying Spur, the Porsche Panamera Turbo S Sedan, and the Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 Sedan. The Rapide starts off at an MSRP of $203,995, with two trims in the lineup. It is offered with a 5.9L V12 engine, producing 470 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Rapide manages a 0-60 of 5.0 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 15 MPG.
Buying Advice
The 2011 Aston Martin Rapide Sedan is a fast and luxurious 4-door sedan in the segment. Among the two trims, we recommend getting the Luxe Edition which offers extra features including standard ventilated front and rear seats, a secondary glass-trimmed key fob, glass switchgear, a rear-seat entertainment system, and a six-piece bespoke luggage set that matches the interior leather.
