Autocar tests the new Aston Martin Rapide S, with more power from its 6.0-litre V12 and a lower centre of gravity.

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The new Aston Martin Rapide S may not appear to have changed a great deal, but in keeping with Aston’s incremental approach to updating its line-up, the new grille is the most obvious change outside. Under the bonnet, its 6.0-litre V12 now gets 80bhp more power and it’s mounted 19mm lower for improved handling and better pedestrian impact protection. Is it enough to compete with the Porsche Panamera, Mercedes S-Class and BMW Gran Coupe?

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Read Autocar’s Aston Martin Rapide S review: http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/aston-martin/rapide-s
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