Aston announces two special editions to mark launch of Cygnet city car. How much, you cry?
Yes, you read it right: �31k for a pumped-up Toyota iQ.
You will probably be familiar with the Aston Martin Cygnet. It is based on the iQ and, says AM, is a �bespoke luxury commuter car'.
To mark the official launch of the Aston iQ - sorry, �Cygnet' - Aston has announced two limited editions: White and Black.
See more pics of the Aston Cygnet launch editions
The Cygnet White gets, obviously, a white paintjob with silver mesh, chrome brightwork, white diamond-turned alloys, together with hand-trimmed pearl white leather seats, satin chrome and the iconic Aston �wings' in matching white.
The Cygnet Black gets �Magic Black' paintwork with deep sea green effect, matt black louvers, chrome brightwork, full grain black leather interior with a diamond pattern, dark chrome accents and black wing badges.
For your rather significant outlay, you also get a bespoke Bill Amberg five-piece luggage set especially fitted for the Cygnet.
So they've handily trimmed the interior to make it not-a-Toyota, but those hoping for something more V8-shaped under the bonnet will be disappointed. The Cygnet gets the 97bhp 1.33 VVTI petrol engine, capable of 0-62mph in 11.6 seconds (with MultriDrive) and a heady top speed of 106mph.
Still, the Cygnet does have two very important existential reasons. One, it emits just 116g/km of CO2 with the six-speed manual box, meaning if they shift enough of them - now available to the great unwashed and not just to Aston owners - the company's fleet emissions will be significantly reduced.
Aston Martin One-77 hits the 'Ring
Secondly, it will sell. Lots of sales makes Aston lots of money, and Aston with lots of money means more V12-powered righteousness.
So there you have it. �30,995 for a bespoke Toyota iQ, or �30,995 for an Aston Martin. Could you?
You will probably be familiar with the Aston Martin Cygnet. It is based on the iQ and, says AM, is a �bespoke luxury commuter car'.
To mark the official launch of the Aston iQ - sorry, �Cygnet' - Aston has announced two limited editions: White and Black.
See more pics of the Aston Cygnet launch editions
The Cygnet White gets, obviously, a white paintjob with silver mesh, chrome brightwork, white diamond-turned alloys, together with hand-trimmed pearl white leather seats, satin chrome and the iconic Aston �wings' in matching white.
The Cygnet Black gets �Magic Black' paintwork with deep sea green effect, matt black louvers, chrome brightwork, full grain black leather interior with a diamond pattern, dark chrome accents and black wing badges.
For your rather significant outlay, you also get a bespoke Bill Amberg five-piece luggage set especially fitted for the Cygnet.
So they've handily trimmed the interior to make it not-a-Toyota, but those hoping for something more V8-shaped under the bonnet will be disappointed. The Cygnet gets the 97bhp 1.33 VVTI petrol engine, capable of 0-62mph in 11.6 seconds (with MultriDrive) and a heady top speed of 106mph.
Still, the Cygnet does have two very important existential reasons. One, it emits just 116g/km of CO2 with the six-speed manual box, meaning if they shift enough of them - now available to the great unwashed and not just to Aston owners - the company's fleet emissions will be significantly reduced.
Aston Martin One-77 hits the 'Ring
Secondly, it will sell. Lots of sales makes Aston lots of money, and Aston with lots of money means more V12-powered righteousness.
So there you have it. �30,995 for a bespoke Toyota iQ, or �30,995 for an Aston Martin. Could you?
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