Aston Martin DB9
The car that saved Aston Martin and defined 21st-century grand touring.
- Power
- 450 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.7 s
- Top speed
- 186 mph
- Est. value
- $25k–$55k
About the Aston Martin DB9
The DB9 marked a radical departure for Aston Martin, being the first model built at the Gaydon facility and the debut of the aluminium VH (Vertical/Horizontal) platform. Designed by Ian Callum and Henrik Fisker, its timeless silhouette and 'swan-wing' doors set the aesthetic template for the brand for over a decade. Under the bonnet lies a sonorous 5.9-litre V12, providing effortless grand touring performance rather than raw track aggression. While early cars faced minor interior quality criticisms, the DB9 remains a high-water mark for British automotive design and a significant collector car for its role in the marque's survival.
Aston Martin DB9 specs
The Aston Martin DB9 produces 450 bhp (336 kW) and 570 Nm (420 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.7 seconds and has a top speed of 186 mph (299 km/h).
| Make | Aston Martin |
|---|---|
| Model | DB9 |
| Trim | DB9 |
| Years | 2004–2016 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 16,500 built |
| Original price | About $155,000 when new |
| Engine | 5.9-litre naturally-aspirated V12 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,935 cc (5.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 450 bhp (336 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 570 Nm (420 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.7 s |
| Top speed | 186 mph (299 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,710 kg (3,770 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 263 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Aston Martin DB9 worth?
A typical Aston Martin DB9 is estimated to be worth $25,000 – $55,000 (about £19,000 – £41,000).
Its original price when new was about $155,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Aston Martin DB9 rarity in CarSpot
The Aston Martin DB9 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 57 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Aston Martin DB9 fun facts
- Aston Martin skipped the 'DB8' name because they feared customers would assume a car with that name only had a V8 engine.
- The DB9's chassis was so advanced for its time that it was 25% lighter than the DB7's while being twice as stiff.
- The instrument cluster features a counter-clockwise rotating tachometer, a signature Aston Martin design quirk.
