Comparison: Turning circle Aston Martin DB9 vs. competitors 2025
Ah, the Aston Martin DB9, one of Britain's most beloved grand tourers, a car that oozes sophistication and performance in equal measure. But we're not here to wax lyrical about its illustrious history or its thunderous V12. No, we're here to talk about something far more practical yet often overlooked: the turning circle. Yes, the turning circle—the measure of how maneuvrable this British brute is when you're trying to navigate the tight streets of London or do a U-turn in a less than spacious driveway. For the 70-odd grand price tag, you'd expect nothing less than exemplary performance even in this aspect, and the DB9 doesn't disappoint. Or does it? Let's delve in.
Aston Martin DB9 - How has the turning circle changed over the generations?
The Aston Martin DB9 has seen some changes in its lifetime, particularly from its first generation to the facelift. The early models of the DB9, running from 2004 to 2012, appear to have undisclosed turning circle data, which, let's be honest, leaves us all in a bit of a lurch. However, for the facelift model from 2012 to 2015, we have a turning circle of 12.00 meters. Not particularly spritely, mind you, but not dreadful either. Compared to the earlier iterations where data isn't available, it may not give us a complete picture, but at least we have a benchmark. A whopping circumference of 12.00 meters is not something to scoff at; it's a bit like trying to turn a yacht in a swimming pool.
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The turning circle compared to other Aston Martin models
When you compare the DB9 to other Aston Martin models, it fares reasonably well. The Aston Martin DB12 Coupé squeaks in with a slightly tighter turning circle of 11.70 meters. The Vantage Coupé and Vantage Roadster both come in at 11.80 meters, just that smidge more agile than the DB9. Meanwhile, the likes of the DBS 770 Ultimate Coupé and the DBS Superleggera Coupé are showing off with a 12.40-meter turning circle, which makes the DB9's 12.00 look positively petite by comparison. All in all, the DB9 nests somewhere in the middle of the Aston line when it comes to maneuverability, falling short of the Vantage line but not quite as unwieldy as the DBS models.
How does the turning circle of the Aston Martin DB9 compare to it's nearest competitors?
Now, let’s bring in the rivals, the other gladiators in the coliseum of turning circles. The Lamborghini Miura and the Lamborghini Jalpa both show up the DB9 with tighter circles of 11.50 and 11.00 meters respectively. Also, the Maserati Karif takes the cake with a remarkable 10.70 meters. Even the stylish Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, at 11.90 meters, makes the DB9's 12.00 meters look a bit lazy. Meanwhile, the classic Ford RS200 is practically doing ballet with a turning circle of 9.60 meters. It’s worth noting, however, that the difference in turning circles can, in part, be attributed to lengths and wheelbases. For example, the Aston Martin DB9 GT, a direct sibling to our primary subject, measures at 4,720 mm in length with a wheelbase of 2,740 mm and matches the DB9 with a turning circle of 12.00 meters. So, while the DB9 might not be the dartiest in tight spots, it certainly tows the line within its segment, maintaining its grace albeit with a bit broader berth.
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