The Aston Martin V8 Vantage is a supreme example of modern automotive design, a hand-crafted sports car that offers exceptional performance, outstanding agility and everyday usability.
At the heart of every great sports car is a great engine, and the V8 Vantage Coupe and Roadster are powered by Aston Martin’s 313 kW (420 bhp) 4.7-litre V8, developed for both flexibility and outright performance. The V8 also sounds spectacular and is capable of propelling the car to a maximum speed of 290 km/h (180 mph).

he V8 Vantage offers superb all-round performance and, like all Aston Martins, delivers some impressive statistics: 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.9 seconds and a potential maximum speed of 290 km/h (180 mph).

Such figures do not tell the whole story, however, for the V8 Vantage represents the epitome of design and engineering excellence, most notably through the use of lightweight materials, excellent weight distribution, efficient aerodynamics and a truly remarkable engine. Aston Martin’s 4.7-litre V8 is hand-assembled at the company’s purpose-built engine facility in Cologne, Germany. A light, compact, all-alloy unit, it provides high performance, yet is responsive even at the lower end of the rev range. At 5750 rpm, the engine delivers maximum torque of 470 Nm (346 lb ft), 77 per cent of which is delivered at just 1500 rpm – barely more than idle – making the cars extremely tractable and great fun to drive. Push harder, and the V8 revs freely, delivering refined, exhilarating pace.
Starting an Aston Martin is a moment to savour. Sit behind the three-spoke steering wheel and set the multi-position, electrically adjustable seats. Feel the quality of the hand-stitched leather rim and sense the intuitive layout of the primary controls.

The driver’s first interaction with the powerful V8 engine is a blend of tradition and high technology, with a touch of theatre. The ignition is controlled by a stainless steel and glass ECU (Emotion Control Unit), designed to be as tactile and refined as a fine timepiece. The ECU is inserted into a special docking station set within the traditional clear glass starter button. Pressing the ECU fully into the starter button fires the engine. After pressing once again to stop the engine, the ECU rises slowly out of its slot within the button so that it can be removed.

The instrument pack is carefully crafted from aluminium and has a three-dimensional profile for easy reading. To maintain a clear, simple design, with the warning lights hidden behind the aluminium mesh faces, becoming visible only when illuminated. The central message displays use organic electroluminescence (OEL) – a process pioneered by Aston Martin – making them easier to read than conventional LCDs.
Body
Two seat, two door coupe or soft cover convertible top body style
Bonded aluminium structure
Aluminium, magnesium alloy, composite and steel body
Extruded aluminium door side impact beams
Halogen projector headlamps (main beam)
High Intensity Discharge headlamps (dipped beam)
LED rear lamps

Engine
All alloy quad overhead cam 32 valve 4735cc V8.
Front mid-mounted engine, rear wheel drive
Fully catalysed stainless steel exhaust system with active bypass valves.

Maximum Power
420 bhp (313 kW / 426 PS)

Maximum Torque
470 Nm (346 lb.ft)

Acceleration
0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds
0-62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.9 seconds

Maximum Speed
180 mph (290 km/h)

Transmission
Rear mid-mounted six speed manual gearbox. Alloy torque tube with carbon fibre propeller shaft. Limited slip differential. Final Drive Ratio 3.909:1

Steering
Rack and pinion, Servotronic speed-sensitive power-assisted steering, 3.0 turns lock-to-lock. Column tilt and reach adjustment.

Suspension
Front: Independent double wishbone incorporating anti-dive geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar and monotube dampers
Rear: Independent double wishbones with anti- squat and anti-lift geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar and monotube dampers

Wheels
Front: 8.5J x 19”
Rear: 9.5J x 19”

Tyres
Bridgestone Potenza
Front: 235/40 ZR19
Rear: 275/35 ZR19

Brakes
Front: Ventilated and grooved steel discs, 355 mm diameter
Rear: Ventilated and grooved steel discs, 330 mm diameter
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
Traction Control
Positive Torque Control

Dimensions
Length: 4380mm (172.5 in)
Width: 1865mm (73.5 in) (excluding mirrors)
2025 mm (80 in) (including mirrors)

Height (Coupe): 1255 mm (49.5 in)
Height (Roadster): 1265 mm (50 in)
Wheelbase: 2600 mm (102.5 in)
Front track: 1570 mm (62.0 in)
Rear track: 1560 mm (61.5 in)
Turning circle (kerb to kerb): 11.1m (36.5 ft)
Boot capacity (Coupe): 300 litres (10.6 cu.ft)
Boot capacity (Roadster): 144 litres (5.0 cu.ft)
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (17.6 UK Gal / 21.1 US Gal)
Weight (Coupe): 1630 kg (3595 lb)
Weight (Roadster): 1710 kg (3770 lb)

Interior
Full grain leather interior
Alcantara headlining
Alloy facia trim and Graphite centre console finish
Sports seats with 10-way electric adjustment
Dual stage driver and passenger front airbags
Side airbags (sports seats only)
Heated rear screen
Automatic temperature control
Organic Electroluminescent (OEL) displays
Trip computer
Glass ECU
LED map reading lights
Rear parking sensors
Powerfold exterior mirrors
Tyre pressure monitoring*1
Alarm and immobiliser
Remote-control central door locking and boot release
Battery disconnect switch
Tracking device (Standard in the UK only)

In Car Entertainment
160W Aston Martin audio system with six-CD autochanger
Integrated Apple iPod*4 connector
USB connectors with Waveform Audio Format (WAF), Windows Media Player (WMA) and MPEG (MP3) audio file compatibility

Options
Sportshift*3 automated manual transmission
20 Spoke Alloy wheels with Diamond Turned Finish
20 Spoke Alloy wheels with Diamond Turned Finish and Graphite Finish
10 Spoke Forged Alloy wheels with Diamond Turned and Silver Finish
Sports Pack with 5 Spoke Forged Alloy wheels with Diamond Turned and Silver Finish
Sports Pack with 10 Spoke Forged Alloy wheels with Diamond Turned and Graphite Finish
N400 Sill Design
Magnum Silver bonnet and side strake meshes
Clear Rear Lamps
Auto dimming interior rear view mirror*1
Auto dimming interior rear view mirror with garage door opener
Alarm upgrade (volumetric and tilt sensor)
Memory seats and exterior mirrors (3 positions)
Heated seats
Lightweight seats with six-way adjustment (Does not include side airbags. Not available in USA or Canada)
Perforated leather seat inserts
Microspin Alloy Facia Trim
Iridium Interior with Piano Black Facia Trim
Iridium Interior with Prism Alloy Facia Trim
Piano Black facia trim
Polished Alloy Tread Plates
Personalised sill plaques
Front parking sensors
Tracking device*2
First aid kit
Smokers’ pack
Cruise control
Bluetooth telephone preparation
Battery conditioner
Boot mounted umbrella
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) satellite navigation system*1
Satellite Radio system (USA only)
700W Aston Martin Premium Audio System with Dolby® Pro Logic II®
1000W Bang & Olufsen Beosound Audio System

*1 Not available in all markets
*2 Complies with UK Thatcham Category 5 requirements. Excludes subscription. Standard in UK
*3 Sportshift trademark is used under license from Prodrive (Holdings) Ltd
*4 iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the US and other countries