Aston Martin V8 Vantage

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Overview

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).

Performance

The 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.

Design

The V8 Vantage is one of the world's most beautiful cars: elegant, yet with a controlled aggression; perfectly proportioned, with a low, purposeful stance; modern, yet incorporating classic Aston Martin design cues. A stunning example of design purity, the V8 Vantage is, above all, instantly recognisable as an Aston Martin.

The long, low bonnet line and two-seater cabin provide the perfect balance between beauty and sporting intent. The V8 Vantage sits low and close to the road, while the front and rear overhangs have been purposely minimised. The side profile forms a simple sweep, a curved line like a bow under tension, while the rear haunches are wide and muscular, like the flanks of a powerful animal.

From the outset, Aston Martin's engineers and designers focused on reducing size and weight, as well as optimising weight distribution, to maximise agility. At just 4380 mm (172.5 inches) long, not only is the V8 Vantage the smallest model in the Aston Martin range, but it also benefits from the inherent agility that accompanies compact design and excellent weight distribution.

Control

The V8 Vantage delivers superb, responsive handling. Aston Martin's unique all-alloy VH (Vertical Horizontal) architecture provides an excellent backbone, while the use of lightweight alloys, magnesium and advanced composites reduces body weight and creates class-leading rigidity.

The car's natural agility is also aided by a low polar moment of inertia and excellent weight distribution. Engineered to accommodate as much weight as possible within the wheelbase, the V8 Vantage has minimal front and rear overhangs. The engine is positioned well behind the front axle line, just ahead of the cabin, creating what is effectively a front mid-engined car. Dry sump lubrication enables the engine to sit lower in the car, dropping the centre of gravity and preventing cornering G-forces from restricting oil supply to the engine.

Specifications

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
High Intensity Discharge headlamps (dipped beam)
Halogen projector headlamps (main 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.
420 bhp (313 kW / 426 PS)
470 Nm (346 lb.ft)
0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds
0-62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.9 seconds
180 mph Top Speed (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

Wheels and Tyres
Front: 8.5J x 19” Bridgestone Potenza 235/40 ZR19
RRear: 9.5J x 19” Bridgestone Potenza 275/35 ZR19

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

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)
Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
Traction Control
Positive Torque Control

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

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)

Performance
Max speed: manual 307km/h (191mph)
Max power: 380kW (510bhp/517 PS) @ 6500 rpm
Acceleration: 0-100km/h (62mph) 4.3 seconds
Max torque: 570 Nm (420 lb.ft) @ 5750 rpm

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
Perforated leather seat inserts
Microspin Alloy Facia Trim
Iridium Interior with Piano Black 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. Please consult your dealer for details.
*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 U.S. and other countries