Some sports cars scream for attention. The new Aston Martin Vantage does not. It plays a different game.
This is a car for those who appreciate balance, proportion, and elegance as much as outright speed. After spending time behind the wheel, it is clear that the latest Vantage has grown into itself. More powerful, sharper, and more resolved than ever.
A Mature Dose of Power
Let’s start with the numbers. Under the bonnet is a reworked 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbocharged engine producing 656 bhp (489 kW) and 800 Nm of torque. That is more than a 30 percent increase in power over the previous model, and it certainly feels it. Aston claims a 0 to 100 km/h time of 3.5 seconds, and a top speed of 325 km/h.
More importantly, though, the way the car delivers this performance feels deeply satisfying. There is a genuine agility to how it moves. The Vantage now responds with greater precision, and yet it never feels nervous. It is powerful, yes, but also composed and sharp to handle. A car that invites you to go faster, but doesn’t punish you if you don’t.
The chassis upgrades play a big role here. There is a stiffer underbody, revised geometry, and Bilstein DTX adaptive dampers. A 50:50 weight distribution and rear-wheel drive layout give the car a well-balanced, old-school feel, backed by modern dynamics and suspension sophistication. It feels like a car that was built by people who really cared about the driving experience.
Looks That Make You Look Twice, Maybe Thrice
Let’s not kid ourselves. The Vantage is a stunning piece of design. Always has been. I’m happy they did not change the most beautiful part of the car — the rear. The ‘S’ wave tail lamps are unique and simply stunning, especially when paired with the wide, muscular rear haunches. It is the kind of view that makes you glance back as you walk away.
Overall, the car has been widened by 30 mm, and now looks lower, more planted, and more assertive. The grille has been enlarged, the splitter reshaped, and the stance looks like it means business. It still has all the right proportions, and it looks really, really good.
Now, let’s be fair. The Porsche 911 is a very attractive car. It is an icon for a reason. But if we are being objective here, the Vantage comes out ahead. It is more exotic, more dramatic, and visually more distinctive. Where the 911 blends in, the Aston stands out. There is a certain presence to it that is hard to match.
In many ways, this is a car for the mature and discerning sports car owner. Someone who has done the usual German rounds and now wants something different. Something that feels a bit more special.
Cabin Comfort and Control
Inside, Aston Martin has taken a big step forward. The new Vantage gets a completely revised interior, including a 10.25-inch touchscreen that finally brings the infotainment experience into the modern era. Thankfully, physical buttons remain for drive modes, climate control, and exhaust settings. A welcome decision.
Materials are rich, the fit and finish feel more premium than before, and the seats are properly supportive. It feels snug but not cramped, and strikes a nice balance between sporty and refined.
There is also a new digital cluster and a more intuitive control layout. It is cleaner, more cohesive, and most importantly, built around the driver.
Practical Details
For those who care about the numbers beyond speed and power, the Vantage is still very usable. It has a 73-litre fuel tank, 346 litres of boot space, and a kerb weight of 1,745 kg. Fuel consumption is rated at 8.3 km/L, and CO₂ emissions are listed at 274 g/km (manufacturer specs). It sits low at 1,275 mm tall, with a turning radius of 6 metres, and measures 4,495 mm long by 1,980 mm wide.
The suspension consists of double wishbones in front, and a multi-link setup at the rear, with ventilated disc brakes all round. Wheels are a set of lovely 21-inch alloys, and unlike a 911, the car strictly seats two.
So, Who Is It Really For?
If you are looking for a shouty, over-styled machine to win stoplight races or turn TikTok heads, the Vantage probably is not it. But if you want something that drives beautifully, looks sensational, and feels genuinely different from the usual suspects, it is hard to beat.
The sales numbers for supercars in Singapore are not looking good. With high luxury taxes and a stagnant economy, the rich are more careful with their choices. So the already tough market for Aston is now worse. At a starting price of S$1 million+ before options and COE, the Vantage is clearly not an impulse buy. But it is also not trying to be. This is a car for those who have done their homework. For those who care about how a car makes them feel, not just what it says on paper.
Final Word
The 2025 Vantage does not try to reinvent the sports car. It simply perfects its own formula. It is more powerful, more precise, and still one of the best-looking cars money can buy.
For those who want a proper driver’s car with soul, presence, and a touch of British charm, this feels like a very compelling choice. Quietly confident, genuinely special, and built for people who know what they are looking for.
Technical Specifications
Aston Martin Vantage 4.0 V8 (A)
Engine: V8 QOHC Twin Turbocharged
Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive
Power: 656 bhp
Torque: 800 Nm
Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic ZF
0-100km/h: 3.5 seconds (claimed)
Top Speed: 325 km/h
Fuel Tank Capacity: 73 litres
Fuel Economy: 8.3 km/litre (claimed)
Price: POA
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