- The latest Aston Martin pumps out 671 hp and hits 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds.
- Significant alterations have been made to the car’s suspension and chassis.
- Several unique touches to the exterior and interior make the Vantage S stand out.
Aston Martin’s transformation of the Vantage from a sleek grand tourer into a legitimate front-engined supercar is now complete. Roughly eighteen months after the comprehensive overhaul, a more focused version has arrived in the form of the Vantage S, a sharper, quicker, and more refined machine in every area that comes just after Ferrari introduced the Amalfi.
Introduced ahead of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, this latest iteration brings upgrades across the board, building on the foundation of the reengineered Vantage with more power, improved handling, and subtle styling enhancements.
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First up is the engine. The 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 has been retuned to produce 671 hp, a modest jump from the standard model’s 656 hp. Torque stays the same at 590 lb-ft (800 Nm). Power continues to be sent to the rear wheels via an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission, helping the Vantage S reach 60 mph (96 km/h) in just 3.3 seconds, trimming a tenth off the regular Vantage’s time. The dash to 124 mph (200 km/h) takes 10.1 seconds, and top speed comes in at 202 mph (325 km/h).
Engineers have also ensured the Vantage S handles even better than the standard model. Changes have been made to the Bilstein DTX adaptive dampers to improve front-end feel and response. Additionally, alterations made to the rear springs help improve compression and rebound, boosting low-speed ride quality. The transmission mount is also 10 percent softer, improving refinement.
Refined Ride, Sharper Handling
Elsewhere, the rear subframe has been mounted directly to the car’s body without the use of rubber bushes, in a change that promises to boost directness and steering connection. Tweaks have then been made to the camber, toe, and caster settings for an even sportier driving experience.
Aston Martin has avoided the trick of adorning this more potent model with ugly aerodynamic appendages, ensuring the Vantage S looks just as good as the base model, albeit slightly more aggressive. Key changes include centrally mounted blades on the hood, red accents, and a large decklid spoiler at the rear, which adds 44 kg (97 lbs) of downforce. A new set of 21-inch wheels finished in satin black with red trimmings have also been designed for the S.
Inside, the updates are similarly restrained. Vantage S–specific embroidery distinguishes the cabin, along with the option of red or silver finishes for the knurled metal drive mode selector.
Market-specific pricing details have not yet been announced. Aston Martin will start deliveries of the Vantage S in the fourth quarter.
