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Introduction to the New Aston Martin Vantage
The new Aston Martin Vantage is the successor to a true sporting dynasty. Defined by a bold new look, intensified performance, and dynamic capabilities, the new Vantage is powered by a 4.0-liter, 510PS/685Nm twin-turbo V8 engine mated to an eight-speed ZF transmission. It boasts a maximum speed of 195mph and can accelerate from 0 to 60mph in just 3.5 seconds. The Vantage is the first Aston Martin to be fitted with an Electronic Rear Differential (E-Diff). The Vantage nameplate has been a part of Aston Martin’s purest models for seven decades, adorning some true icons.
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Historical Legacy of the Vantage Nameplate
First used in 1951 on a high-output engine option for the DB2, the Vantage name was quickly established as a model in its own right. Highlights include the William Towns-designed V8 Vantage, the spectacular twin-supercharged V600 Le Mans, and the much-loved V8 Vantage. Today, this formidable sporting dynasty is poised to hit new heights with the introduction of the new Vantage.
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Bold and Distinctive Design Language
A spectacular new Aston Martin sports car demands a bold and distinctive design language. Pure, sculptural forms create an athletic, predatory stance, while the minimal front and rear overhangs, muscular flanks, and broad haunches express the agility and dynamism inherent within the car. New head and tail lights form dramatic new signatures, giving the Vantage unmistakable road presence and contributing to a strong and individual identity within the growing Aston Martin model range.
Aerodynamic Performance
Aerodynamic performance was central to the Vantage design concept. The front splitter directs airflow underneath the car, where a system of fences channels cooling air where it is needed and ensures the rear diffuser is fed with clean airflow. The design of the diffuser creates an area of low-pressure air while simultaneously preventing turbulence generated by the rear wheels from disrupting the flow of air exiting centrally from beneath the rear of the car.
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Together with the new side gills, which have been integrated into the body surface and bleed air pressure out from the front wheel arches, and the pronounced upswept rear deck lid, the Vantage generates a significant level of downforce—a rarity on any production car and a first for a core production Aston Martin model.
Interior Design and Cockpit
The design story continues inside the Vantage, with a dynamic and focused sports car cockpit that rejects long, fluid curves in favor of sharp, focused lines denoting the more aggressive nature of the car. A high waist interior theme and lower driving position create a more immersive driving experience and contribute to significant gains in occupant space and a significant improvement in headroom compared with the outgoing Vantage. A combination of rotary and toggle style controls have been used for their tactile and intuitive functionality. Likewise, the PRND transmission buttons have been moved into a triangular formation so as to cluster major controls into clearly defined zones. The interior also offers generous storage space, with usable room behind the seats and generous double-tier storage areas.
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Power and Performance
The heart of the Vantage is Aston Martin’s potent new alloy, 4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine. Set low and as far back in the chassis as possible for optimal center-of-gravity and perfect 50:50 weight distribution, this high-performance, high-efficiency engine develops 510PS at 6000rpm and 685Nm from 2000-5000r