Aston Martin Vanquish starts our engines in green (pictures)
The 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe is a looker in any hue, but we found it particularly head-turning in this shade of green, dubbed "Appletree."
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
This is the 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe, which starts at an eye-watering $279,995.
Read CNET's full review of the 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
These lovely, diamond-turned 20-inch wheels will set you back an additional $3,975.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Composite brakes, however, are standard.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Raw carbon fiber highlights are everywhere on this car, making a strong performance statement.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Mirrors, too, are carbon.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Flared fenders are a strong hint at the power delivered through the rear wheels.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
The color is called "Appletree Green," and we're quite fond of it.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Functional hood vents give the 6-liter V-12 a little more room to breathe.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Taillights are carved into the bodywork.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
The 6-liter V-12 is hand-built, and situated rearward in the engine compartment for better weight distribution.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
It looks like it shouldn't fit.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Doors open with an upward sweep, as on other Astons.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Seats are comfortable, but not the sportiest.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
The rear seats are best used by those who are extremely vertically challenged.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Interior design is clean and simple.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
This (optional) wheel is shared with the One-77, a $1,020 option. We like the materials, but not the square shape.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Simple and clear traditional dials for speed and engine rpm.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Small, inset LCDs provide more information.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Buttons on the left for making calls, and for tweaking suspension settings.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
On the right, cruise control and the ubiquitous "sport" button.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
The center console looks very sophisticated.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
The upper display swivels out of the dash on engine start, here showing the rearview camera.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Tweeters arise from the dash as well.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
LC stands for Launch Control, a first for Aston Martin.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
These flat buttons feature a vibrating haptic effect that we weren't particularly fond of.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Transmission is shifted using the four buttons along the top, or paddles behind the wheel.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Charging options aplenty, with two USB ports and two lighter-style power outlets.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
The interface is simple and very limited in functionality.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Two sets of golf clubs? Should be no problem.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
Just in case you've forgotten.
2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe
The classic Aston Martin badge, with a trunk release below.
Read CNET's full review of the 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe.