Aston Martin Vantage

Overview

The Aston Martin Vantage, redesigned for the 2019 model year, embarked on a new chapter with significant updates in design, technology, and performance, setting it apart from its predecessors. This new generation Vantage maintains Aston Martin's tradition of producing high-performance sports cars that blend agility, beauty, and power, available in both V8 and, more recently, V12 variants.

The post-2019 Vantage showcases a bold and aggressive design language that marks a departure from the more classical styling of previous Aston Martins. It features a lower, wider stance with a prominent front grille, muscular haunches, and a distinctive rear diffuser, all contributing to its aerodynamic efficiency and striking appearance. The interior of the Vantage continues Aston Martin's commitment to luxury and craftsmanship, with high-quality materials and a driver-focused cockpit that merges traditional elements with modern technology.

The heart of the standard Vantage model is a Mercedes-AMG-derived 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing 503 horsepower and 505 lb-ft of torque. This setup enables the car to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds, with a top speed of 195 mph. The engine is paired with an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission that offers quick and smooth shifts, ensuring a dynamic driving experience. A manual transmission option was also introduced, catering to driving enthusiasts seeking a more traditional engagement with the car.

In 2022, Aston Martin announced the return of the V12 Vantage, a limited-production model that once again combines the Vantage's nimble chassis with the sheer power of a 5.2-liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine. This engine, producing 690 horsepower and 555 lb-ft of torque, makes it the most potent Vantage ever made. The V12 Vantage can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds, reaching a top speed of 200 mph. It's worth noting that the V12 Vantage is offered in very limited quantities, emphasizing its exclusivity and appeal to collectors and enthusiasts.

The post-2019 Vantage models have been engineered to offer a balance between everyday usability and track-ready performance. The cars feature adaptive damping, dynamic stability control, and torque vectoring by braking, providing an engaging driving experience that can be tailored to suit different driving conditions and preferences. The chassis and suspension systems have been tuned to deliver sharp, responsive handling, making the Vantage both agile on twisty roads and stable at high speeds.