2025 Aston Martin Vantage: A Comprehensive Overview
The V-12 Aston Martin Vantage may be a concept of the past now, however, the British firm is making incredible advancements to the outgoing car’s hand-built 4.0-liter V-8 engine for the updated 2025 model year sports car. Power has been enhanced by 30 percent and torque by 15 percent, consequently, the styling is perhaps less controversial now, echoing the more traditional and larger DB12 sports car within the family. Here’s everything new regarding the 2025 Vantage.
Performance Enhancements
The 2025 Aston Martin Vantage’s 4.0-liter V-8 engine now delivers an impressive 655 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. This marks a significant increase of 155 hp and 85 lb-ft compared to the previous model. Key upgrades include:
- Modified cam profiles
- Optimized compression ratios
- Bigger turbochargers
- An improved cooling system featuring three additional radiators
This powerhouse achieves 0-60 mph in just 3.4 seconds, relying on rear-wheel grip and benefits from a customizable launch control system. Moreover, it boasts a new top speed of 202 mph, and the final drive ratio has been shortened to 3.083:1, with everything still linked to a retuned ZF 8-speed automatic transmission.
Structural Improvements
The bonded aluminum structure provides an ideal 50:50 weight distribution and features additional stiffening of the underbody. The adjustments made to the front body cross member have increased mounting point stiffness for the double-wishbone front suspension. Additionally, the rear suspension towers now receive lateral strengthening for a 29 percent improvement in stiffness under cornering load, ensuring sharper handling to match the increased power. Enhanced adaptive dampers allow for a “500 percent” increase in force distribution compared to the previous hardware setup, allowing for finer tuning across various driving modes.
Interior Upgrades
Inside the cabin, you will find a new Bowers & Wilkins audio setup, slender air vents, tactile switches on the center console, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen. This screen is compatible with the Aston Martin owner app to facilitate application logins and incorporates:
- 3D map navigation with What 3 Words compatibility
- Included 4G LTE connectivity
The interior is luxuriously adorned with available hand-stitched Bridge of Weir hides.
Wheels and Styling
The new Vantage comes equipped with 21-inch forged alloy wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 tires, featuring sizes of 275/35 R21 for the front and 325/30 R21 for the rear. Three initial wheel designs are available, including one with a new bronze treatment that debuted on the DB12 last year. Carbon ceramic brakes are also an optional upgrade, reducing weight by up to 60 pounds.
The body of the Vantage is approximately 1.2 inches wider than its predecessor, featuring a 38 percent larger grille design that improves airflow to the cooling system by 29 percent. The iconic Aston side strakes return, complemented by a frameless door treatment and larger quad exhausts. Moreover, customization options for feature or contrast colors are available for the pinstripe, grille surround, and rear infill.
Pricing and Availability
We anticipate a price closer to $200,000 due to the extensive performance improvements. Deliveries for the 2025 Vantage are expected to commence early in the second quarter of this year.
