Verdict
C
← Aston Martin Rapide · 2013-2019 · Rapide S
Aston Martin Rapide Rapide S
Headline trim: 5.9 V12 NA — 552 bhp, 0-62 in 4.9s.
BHP
552 bhp
0–60
4.9 s
Top speed
203 mph
MPG
18 mpg (US)
Used
$57,000-$95,000
Strengths
- 8-speed Touchtronic III much better
- Power lifted to 552 then 558
- New AML face
- V12 soundtrack still glorious
Weaknesses
- VH platform showing its age
- Mercedes infotainment retrofit feel
- Sticky plastics
- Still heavy
Notable tech
- VH platform (revised)
- 5.9 V12 NA (552/558 bhp)
- 8-speed Touchtronic III auto (from 2014)
- RWD
- New AML grille face
- Updated dampers / springs
- Mercedes-sourced electronics late-cycle
Common issues
- VH-era infotainment
- Sticky plastics
- Touchtronic firmware
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across Rapide S's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
5.9 V12 NA
BHP552
Torque620 Nm
0–604.9 s
Top190 mph
MPG (US)18 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox6AT (early) / 8AT (late)
5.9 V12 NA (revised)
BHP558
Torque630 Nm
0–604.4 s
Top203 mph
MPG (US)18 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox8AT