Although the Aston Martin Vantage is considered the “baby Aston” of the range, there’s nothing infantile about this generation Vantage’s performance.

665hp and 800Nm of torque from a reworked four-litre twin-turbo V8 that sits at the heart of the Vantage propels it from 0-100km/h in just 3.6 seconds and on to a top speed of 325km/h through a ZF eight-speed automatic gearbox via the rear wheels.

These numbers should get any serious car enthusiast hot under the collar, especially when the vehicle in question looks this gorgeous.

The Vantage’s bodywork is now 30mm wider than the previous model with a larger front grille, and all-new Matrix LED headlamp design with integrated daytime running lights (DRLs), featuring Aston Martin’s new light signature.

Frameless door mirrors and optional presenting door handles are also new, while a wider rear bumper incorporating side vents and larger diameter quad exhaust tailpipes ensure the Vantage looks as dramatic from the rear as it does from the front.

Vantage owners can enhance the sporting character of Vantage even further, by selecting one of three core livery designs. Available in 21 colours, a client can choose to add a Pinstripe, Pinstripe and Lipstick or Pinstripe, Lipstick and Rear infill.

A new launch control system sees to the Vantage’s snappy acceleration, and in conjunction with its E-Diff electronic limited-slip rear differential, ESP Slip Control and Adjustable Traction Control mean that the perfect launch can be dialled in for the current surface conditions.

The Vantage has a 50:50 weight distribution, which means it should handle extremely well too. Vantage’s bonded aluminium construction and underbody stiffening means more torsional rigidity, enabling more precision when pointed into and out of corners.

Adding to this are brand new Bilstein adaptive dampers, which offer a 500% increase in bandwidth of force distribution over previous generation hardware. This in turn has enabled an immense range of control and speed of response, and Aston Martin engineers to sharpen the Vantage’s handling characteristics.

The Vantage’s Electronic Power Assisted Steering system (EPAS) has also been sharpened, and at 2.27 turns lock-to-lock, will definitely offer its front-end a more darty and eager characteristic.

Of course, good handling also comes courtesy of grippy tyres, and Aston Martin has partnered with Michelin to fit 275/35 R21 and 325/30 R21 AML-marked Pilot Sport S 5 tyres made specifically for the Vantage.

These sticky rubbers sit on 21-inch forged 9.5J- and 11.5J-width alloy rims which are offered in three different designs, namely the standard Five-Spoke and optional Multi-Spoke and Y-Spoke, and in a range of colours and finishes, including Satin Bronze.

Braking duties fall to cast-iron 400mm front discs and 360mm rear discs with drilled faces for improved heat management and fade resistance. Optional Carbon Ceramic Brakes (CCB) can also be specified on the Vantage.

As expected of an Aston Martin, the Vantage’s interior is swathed in the finest materials. Standard fit is an Aston Martin 390w 11 speaker audio system, but a stunning 15-speaker, double amplified 1,170W surround sound system developed by audio partner Bowers & Wilkins is optionally available.

The Vantage is the second model to feature Aston Martin’s next-generation infotainment. Created in-house and first introduced in DB12, it features a 10.25-inch touchscreen system which is much snappier than previous iterations.

Supplemented by a new Aston Martin customer connectivity app which supports iOS and Android devices, this infotainment system allows interaction, control and feedback to and from the customer’s Vantage via their personal device.

When purchasing their new Vantage, owners will be invited to enrol in the new Aston Martin app and create their own unique AML ID. The app offers a range of connected car subscription packages that are free for the first 3-years and designed to maximise the Aston Martin ownership experience.

This pre-production Vantage is making its rounds in right-hand drive markets for exclusive previews. It will be available for viewing at the Aston Martin showroom at 45 Leng Kee Road until Monday 6 May 2024.

Next stop, Kuala Lumpur.

Production versions of the Aston Martin Vantage are expected to arrive on our shores in Q4 2024.

Photo Credits: Sean Loo (@auto.driven)

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If the sheer magnetism of the DB12’s power, ravishing aesthetics, and lavish comforts aren’t quite enough to captivate your senses, Aston Martin Singapore has just released another ace up its sleeve: the DB12 Volante.

This open-top incarnation of what’s affectionately known as the world’s first Super Tourer (a delightful hybrid of ‘supercar’ and ‘grand tourer’) recently made its grand debut.

The DB12 Volante, the glamorous sibling of the DB12, not only embraces all the virtues of its coupe counterpart but enhances them with the exhilarating pleasure of open-top driving. 

Aston Martin assures that the car’s sleek and sporty silhouette remains as compelling with the roof tucked away as it does when it’s elegantly in place.

Central to this convertible’s allure is its sophisticated electrically operated ‘K-fold’ roof. Named for its intricate two-stage folding mechanism, this marvel can open in a swift 14 seconds and close in 16, all while cruising at speeds of up to 50km/h.

With the roof up, the eight layers of acoustic insulation promise a serene escape from the external clamour. Lowered, it tucks away neatly, optimising the space available for those weekend getaways.

Lowering the roof not only brings a sense of liberation but also draws you closer to the heart-thumping symphony of the DB12 Volante’s bi-turbo 4.0-litre V8 engine.

Unchanged from the DB12, this powerhouse delivers an exhilarating 671bhp and 800Nm of torque – figures that overshadow the preceding DB11’s V12. Coupled with a ZF eight-speed transmission, the DB12 Volante achieves the century sprint in an impressive 3.7 seconds.

Although the convertible’s slight additional weight from the roofing mechanism makes it marginally slower than the coupe by a tenth of a second, the vehicle was designed from the outset to be a convertible counterpart to the DB12, ensuring it loses none of the coupe’s driving dynamism.

Behind the wheel is where the magic happens, letting drivers and passengers alike indulge in the opulent cabin that first debuted in the DB12.

Continuing the legacy of its fixed-roof twin, the Volante is equipped with Aston Martin’s cutting-edge infotainment, featuring a fully digital driver’s display and a 10.25-inch central touchscreen.

Audio is presented with a premium Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system, with a 390W output through 11 speakers.

Both the DB12 and DB12 Volante are available now for design and build-to-order in Singapore. Prices are as follows:

At the time of writing, there is one unit of the DB12 Volante in Caribbean Blue available for immediate delivery. So, if you want to be the first in Singapore to own one, you better make a trip down to the showroom pronto.

Photo Credits: Sean Loo (@auto.driven) 

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