{"id":791905,"date":"2026-07-10T18:42:40","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T18:42:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/791905\/"},"modified":"2026-07-10T18:42:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T18:42:40","slug":"2026-aston-martin-vantage-s-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/791905\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Aston Martin Vantage S review"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Just as it is in fashion, there are waves in the automotive industry \u2013 trends that come and go and return again.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-22.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The Ian Callum and Henrik Fisker era of Aston Martin \u2013 spanning roughly 20 years, beginning in the 1990s \u2013 arguably returned the British marque to highs not seen since the DB5 of the 1960s.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin has always lived in that space between the likes of Porsche and Ferrari, bridging the gap between high-end sports cars and supercars with stunning vehicles, and powered by V8 and V12 engines in the modern era.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The V12 Vantage of 2009 remains, in my opinion, one of the most spectacular cars to be produced in recent times \u2013 combining its smallest car with its largest engine of the period.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">But tightening emissions laws, increasing performance, and changing expectations of technology from buyers were among the reasons Aston Martin turned to Mercedes-AMG to supply it with V8 engines for its new generation of models.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-53.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">As a lover of the Callum\/Fisker era, it felt like the British automaker lost something when it turned to these brutish German engines. Of course, these powertrains are fantastic in AMG models, but, from the outside at least, it felt like the wrong choice for Aston Martin.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The interiors were also a misstep initially, with squircle steering wheels and brushed aluminium surfaces like those found in a Ford Fiesta, and an outdated infotainment system.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">To its credit, the company listened to the critics and has continued to develop the Vantage.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The result is this: the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/aston-martin\/vantage\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">2026 Aston Martin Vantage S,<\/a> which receives significant chassis upgrades, as well as changes to the powertrain, exterior, and driver controls \u2013 building on the positive updates the company has already made to the model.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-26.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-51.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Along with revised Bilstein DTX dampers, for the S, engineers have removed the bushings from the rear-end and hard-mounted the body to the subframe, while softening the transmission mounts and rear springs.<\/p>\n<p>Find your perfect new car with CarExpert<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">On the outside, the Vantage S gets a new aerokit with a more prominent rear lip spoiler, bonnet vents, gloss black highlights, and smoked tail-lights.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Finished in stunning Xenon Grey metallic paint, this particular vehicle features carbon-ceramic brakes, 21-inch Y-spoke forged alloy wheels in satin black, a gloss black roof, and additional black highlights.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">But the question here is whether these changes have returned the Aston Martin to its rightful place as one of the most desirable high-performance sports cars available. So, we spent some time in the Vantage S to find out.<\/p>\n<p>How much does the Aston Martin Vantage cost?<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The Aston Martin Vantage range is priced from $410,000 before on-road costs \u2013\u00a0with the Vantage S costing just $10,000 more.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-1.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Model<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Price before on-road costs<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin Vantage<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">$410,000<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin Vantage S<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">$420,000<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin Vantage Roadster<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">$436,000<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin Vantage S Roadster<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">$445,000<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">However, the vehicle on test here has more than $110,000 worth of options fitted, sitting pretty at $530,170 plus on-road costs. Which means this Vantage S costs about $1170 more expensive than the Aston Martin DB12 S Volante at the time of writing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Add fees, taxes, and rego costs, and the Vantage S will cost approximately $726,000 drive-away based on a Melbourne address.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Away from Gaydon, that kind of money will get you the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring, McLaren Artura, or the Maserati MC20 \u2013\u00a0either the Coupe or Cielo. The Ferrari Amalfi is also due to arrive in Australia in late 2026, priced from around $500,000 before on-road costs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">To see how the Aston Martin Vantage lines up against the competition, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/aston-martin\/vantage\/vs\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">comparison tool<\/a><\/p>\n<p>What is the Aston Martin Vantage like on the inside?<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Our Aston Martin Vantage S has a decent list of options, most of which are related to the interior.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-55.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">These include S-specific highlights in red, plus red seatbelts, an interior jewellery pack in satin dark chrome, ventilated seats, a heated Alcantara steering wheel, and semi-aniline leather with Alcantara trim, contrast stitching and red piping.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">From behind the wheel, it\u2019s clear Aston Martin has paid particular attention to the cabin \u2013 ensuring it feels special, but without losing functionality. And while it\u2019s mostly hits, there are some misses.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The steep angle of the infotainment screen means it\u2019s more prone to catching the sun, making it hard to read when the circumstances aren&#8217;t right. There\u2019s also lots of piano-black plastic on the centre stack, which, when the light hits it in certain areas, appears wavy \u2013 just as it does in some Toyota models.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">And, though I was specifically told there was \u201cno fake chrome anywhere inside,\u201d I\u2019m almost certain that some of the small ornamental trims are indeed chrome-coated plastic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The knurled thumbwheels \u2013 while metal, and excellent \u2013 do have some sideways deflection during use that could be fixed with inexpensive rubber O-rings. It\u2019s a little frustrating, because these are so close to being perfect.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">While crisp to look at and easy to use \u2013\u00a0and certainly an improvement on the systems of a few years ago \u2013 the infotainment system failed to load Apple CarPlay a couple of times during our time with the Vantage. We also tried poking around to use CarPlay Ultra, but didn&#8217;t have any luck with it, with everything just appearing like standard CarPlay.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Then there are the seats, which are comfortable and supportive, with the Alcantara ensuring you\u2019re locked in during hard cornering. However, the driver\u2019s pew seemed to shift ever so slightly forward and backward as I accelerated and braked, which was a little disconcerting.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">To be sure, these aren\u2019t significant issues, and the interior is a properly lovely place to find yourself, if you\u2019re so lucky.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-80.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-57.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aside from the relatively minor complaints above, the fit and finish is superb, as you would reasonably expect \u2013 exceeding my own expectations. A lot of time, money, and consideration have clearly gone into making this cabin truly exceptional.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">In fact, the Aston Martin Vantage S is home to my favourite piece of switchgear ever fitted to an automobile.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The red anodised drive mode selector that surrounds the start\/stop button is tight and has a substantial mechanical click to it, making it an utter joy to use. The material, the knurling pattern, and the snickety action feel more akin to military aviation than a luxury sports car.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">I found myself switching between driving modes unnecessarily, just for an excuse to engage with the red dial. It was the thing I pointed to and made each of my passengers try out, with the same level of enthusiasm that is normally employed by trainspotters \u2013\u00a0quickly dispelling any illusions my passengers may have of me being cool for pulling up in an Aston.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-65.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The milled metal drive selector is almost as satisfying, with a heavy notchiness to it that makes it feel anything but flimsy. Another driver interaction that\u2019s a genuine joy to use.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Behind the thick Alcantara-trimmed steering wheel are the paddle shifters \u2013\u00a0also metal \u2013 which provide a gratifying muted click during engagement.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Throughout the cabin, almost all of the major touchpoints are either high-quality metal, leather, or Alcantara. Everywhere else, it\u2019s satin carbon-fibre.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Along with the high-quality materials, there\u2019s a tautness about the interior, in the same way you find with the cabin of a Porsche 911. That is possibly the highest praise that could be levelled at this cabin. But there&#8217;s a substantial quality to the Aston Martin that goes beyond.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Ahead of the driver is a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster that is clear and bright, and despite the occasional connection issues with my iPhone, I appreciated the use of the Aston Martin font on the screen \u2013 making the technology feel classy and high-end.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Thankfully, there aren\u2019t many reasons to dive into the menus in the infotainment screen, due to the centre stack of buttons and the four knurled thumbwheels controlling audio volume, fan speed, and temperatures for the dual-zone climate control.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Many automakers tend to claim their vehicles have premium sound systems, but this Bowers &amp; Wilkins audio system is on another level. Listening to podcasts felt like a waste of good audio engineering, so I spent my time behind the wheel going through a catalogue of some of the best-produced albums of the modern era just to make the most of it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Ingress and egress don\u2019t demand the kind of effort that supercars often require. The shoulderline is quite high, however, with the bottom of the door window being literally at the top of my shoulder. The result is a feeling of security and privacy, but it also discourages cruising with your elbow on an open windowsill. Rearward visibility is also limited, forcing the driver to take more time to conduct head-checks during lane changes.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-77.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-82.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Finding my ideal driving position took some time, with multiple adjustments required during my first day with the Vantage \u2013\u00a0but once it came together, it felt very right.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Being a two-seater, there\u2019s a decent amount of room under the surprisingly heavy rear hatch. Certainly enough for two weekend bags, and then some, allowing the Aston to be used as a grand tourer. Another feather in its cap.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Dimensions<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin Vantage S<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Length<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">4495mm<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Width<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">1980mm<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Height<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">1275mm<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Wheelbase<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">2705mm<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Cargo capacity<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">345L<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">To see how the Aston Martin Vantage lines up against the competition, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/aston-martin\/vantage\/vs\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">comparison tool<\/a><\/p>\n<p>What&#8217;s under the bonnet?<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The Aston Martin Vantage S is powered by a 4.0-litre V8, with twin turbochargers in a &#8216;hot-vee&#8217; configuration.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-52.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Specifications<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin Vantage S<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Engine<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Power<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">500kW<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Torque<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">800Nm<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Transmission<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">8-speed automatic<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Drive type<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Rear-wheel drive<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Weight<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">1745kg<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">0-100km\/h (claimed)<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">3.4 seconds<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Fuel economy (claimed)<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">12.1L\/100km<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Fuel economy (as tested)<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">19.3L\/100km<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Fuel tank capacity<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">73L<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Fuel requirement<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">98-octane premium unleaded<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">CO2 emissions<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">275g\/km<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Emissions standard<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Euro 6<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Sourced from Mercedes-AMG, the engine sends 500kW of power and 800Nm of torque to the rear wheels through an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">According to Aston Martin, the Vantage S can reach 100km\/h from a standstill in 3.4 seconds, on a top speed of 325km\/h.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">While our overall fuel consumption ended up at 19.3L\/100km, we recorded around 12L\/100km on the majority of our trips in the vehicle \u2013 matching the company&#8217;s combined claim of 12.1L\/100km.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">To see how the Aston Martin Vantage lines up against the competition, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/aston-martin\/vantage\/vs\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">comparison tool<\/a><\/p>\n<p>How does the Aston Martin Vantage drive?<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Curiously, despite being borrowed from AMG, the Vantage&#8217;s powertrain has somewhat of a different character on the road.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-44.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Aston Martin Vantage\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/>Aston Martin Vantage<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">It&#8217;s less like an anvil dropped from a bridge, and more like the mallet of a stone sculptor \u2013 with the driver being the point chisel. Strength and precision; robust and artisanal.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Mercifully, the Aston Martin Vantage S can be driven slowly, calmly. There\u2019s plenty of theatre from that V8 pretty much all of the time, but it can be driven lazily around town. Cabin insulation is very good, too, contributing to the feeling of luxury.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">A bit of weight on the throttle though, and the twin turbochargers kick in, sending the car towards the horizon line with frightening speed. Above 4000rpm, this thing is missile-fast.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The engine is spectacular, delivering a thick wave of torque before the turbos spool up, and you\u2019re riding a tsunami of power. All with that marvellous V8 soundtrack.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-45.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/>From expert reviews to the right deal<\/p>\n<p class=\"_1ivmml5d _1ivmml52\">CarExpert brings together reviews, research tools and trusted buying support, guiding you from research to delivery with confidence.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Behind it, the eight-speed ZF automatic transmission acts just like the auto in your aunt\u2019s BMW during city driving, rolling through gears without fanfare. Yet it snaps violently when called upon \u2013 with the rear-end scrambling to find grip from the 325-section tyres as it punches through gears.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">While beautifully sedate when you need it to be, and savagely quick when you want it to be, the Aston doesn\u2019t like being driven in between.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The middle ground doesn\u2019t seem to suit the tuning of the car, which seems like it doesn&#8217;t entirely understand what you\u2019re trying to achieve, with the transmission getting confused and holding gears.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Whereas some cars are fuzzy on the outer edges, the Vantage is sharp \u2013 only losing focus when you try to access six-tenths of its potential. This isn\u2019t so much a criticism as it is a heads-up.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-49.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-42.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">What it does mean is you can cruise peacefully in traffic, then unleash hell for a few short moments when the road opens up. Stay on the throttle for anything longer than that, and you\u2019ll be front-page news.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">In traffic, you do have to be aware of its dimensions. For what is the company\u2019s &#8216;entry-level&#8217; model, for want of a better term, the Vantage isn\u2019t small. But that seems to be the case nowadays with pretty much any coupe with eight cylinders or more.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">However, the 360-degree camera makes parking in tight spaces quite an easy affair, which isn&#8217;t always the case with cars with high shoulder lines and wide rear guards.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">One feature we would like to have had was a nose lift, just to help avoid potentially damaging the front carbon-fibre lip on steep driveways and car park ramps.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-48.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Also, we did notice there was an occasional prominent clicking noise from somewhere near the back of the car under moderate acceleration. We weren\u2019t able to establish whether this was the differential binding under torque load, or if it was the hard mounts of the subframe settling, or some other bushing under the car. It wasn\u2019t ever a concern, but I would have preferred to know what it was.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The chassis is really wonderful, though. The 30-profile tyres and hard-mounted body mean impacts from speed humps and road imperfections are transferred to the occupants, but the Bilsteins take that initial shock out of the hits, so there\u2019s never any wincing or bruised ribs. Tellingly, there\u2019s no comfort mode available from that perfect red dial \u2013 just Sport, Sport Plus, Track, Individual, and Wet.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">It also means there\u2019s instant communication to and from every corner of the car, helped by direct inputs from the steering and accelerator. It\u2019s not at the level of the 911 GT3 by any stretch, but the Aston Martin can also relax \u2013 something the Porsche has a hard time doing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Around bends, the body of the Vantage S remains flat and stuck to the road surface, with torque-vectoring technology helping to propel the vehicle through and out of corners. The front-end is pointy without being nervous, with tremendous amounts of grip, assisted by the Aston-specific Michelin tyres.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-37.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-50.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">With the V8 mounted almost entirely behind the front axle, the Aston Martin is more or less a front\/mid-engined car \u2013 allowing it to take corners in a way that is neutral and predictable.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">We\u2019d love to be able to tell you how the chassis reacts when truly pushed to its limit, or even close to it, but we frankly couldn\u2019t get within a cooee of that limit on public roads. Wide-open throttle also wasn&#8217;t achievable during our test \u2013\u00a0though not through lack of trying.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Most of the time, I was driving in Individual mode, which gives the driver the ability to choose from settings relating to the accelerator, suspension, steering, and exhaust. The sports exhaust button was also pushed each time I left my neighbourhood.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">One of the most enjoyable aspects of the Vantage is the sound from those black tailpipes. It makes all the right noises both on and off throttle, at a level that can be heard, though not to the point of being antisocial.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-46.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The massive carbon-ceramic brakes are excellent, with a good balance of pedal progression and outright performance, and without any squeaks or squeals. Again, these weren\u2019t able to be used to their full potential, but even when cold I appreciated having that level of braking performance available to access.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">That chassis, coupled with that powertrain, equates to a roaring, bracing driving experience that is akin to supercars with much higher price tags.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">The Vantage has broad capability. It can be used to commute in traffic like a Ford Mustang GT (which is no insult), and unleashed as a sports car on mountain roads, at a supercar track day, or for a weekend away up the coast with your partner.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">To see how the Aston Martin Vantage lines up against the competition, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/aston-martin\/vantage\/vs\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">comparison tool<\/a><\/p>\n<p>What do you get?<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aside from the coupe and convertible body styles, Aston Martin has two variants of the Vantage on sale \u2013 the standard model, and the Vantage S.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">2026 Aston Martin Vantage standard equipment highlights:<\/p>\n<p>\u2018Swan Wing\u2019 frameless doors21-inch five-spoke forged alloy wheels in gloss silverMichelin Pilot Sport S 5 tyresMatrix LED high- and low-beam headlights with auto high-beamLED daytime running lightsSignature full-width LED tail-lights with dynamic indicatorsChrome exterior highlights10.25-inch infotainment touchscreenSatellite navigation, DAB+ digital radio, and Bluetooth10.25-inch digital instrument displayApple CarPlay UltraAndroid AutoApp functionalityWireless phone chargerNatural voice control360-Watt 11-speaker Aston Martin audio systemTwo USB ports12V socketAutomatic two-zone climate controlHeated seatsElectric tilt and reach steering column adjustmentAuto-dimming interior rear-view mirrorAmbient lightingLaminated windscreen with clear noise-insulation layerDoor-integrated puddle lightingAnodised aluminium sill plaques with Aston Martin wingsKeyless entryKeyless start\/stop buttonRain-sensing windscreen wipers<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin Vantage S adds:<\/p>\n<p>Vantage S-specific styling packageGloss black exterior highlightsFull-width rear decklid spoilerLower Body Package with front splitter, side sills, rear diffuser and decklid spoilerHand-crafted S badging on both front fendersHeated sports steering wheel trimmed in AlcantaraAlcantara seats, headliningPainted brake calipers in black, red or Aston Martin Green as standardS-specific throttle pedal weighting and software tuningRecalibrated launch controlSolid-mounted rear subframeEnhanced Bilstein adaptive damper software<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">To see how the Aston Martin Vantage lines up against the competition, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/aston-martin\/vantage\/vs\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">comparison tool<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Is the Aston Martin Vantage safe?<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">As with most high-end luxury vehicles and supercars, the Aston Martin Vantage remains unrated by either ANCAP and its sister organisation, Euro NCAP.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-18.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Standard safety features:<\/p>\n<p>4 airbagsAutonomous emergency brakingBrake assistRear cross-traffic alertLane departure warningLane-keep assistForward collision warningDriver monitoring systemFront and rear parking sensors360-degree camerasTraffic sign recognitionDoor exit assist<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">To see how the Aston Martin Vantage lines up against the competition, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/aston-martin\/vantage\/vs\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">comparison tool<\/a><\/p>\n<p>How much does the Aston Martin Vantage cost to run?<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin offers a relatively short three-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty on its new cars, with complimentary roadside assistance for the duration.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-28.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Servicing and Warranty<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Aston Martin Vantage S<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Warranty<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">3 years, unlimited kilometres<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Roadside assistance<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">3 years<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Service intervals<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">12 months or 16,000km<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Total service cost<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Upon request<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Service information isn&#8217;t published for the Vantage in Australia, with pricing available upon request from dealerships.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">To see how the Aston Martin Vantage lines up against the competition, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/aston-martin\/vantage\/vs\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">comparison tool<\/a><\/p>\n<p>CarExpert&#8217;s Take on the Aston Martin Vantage S<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">As with music and fashion, there are trends in the automotive industry that come into popular culture, before fading out and returning decades later.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-36.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Being a lover of the Callum\/Fisker models, I had initially thought the AMG powertrain was the wrong fit for Aston Martin. But then I remembered the V8 Vantage built between 1977 and 1989 \u2013 available with a 6.3-litre V8 making 336kW, if you can believe it. It was more brutish than earlier Astons, blurring the lines between muscle car, British sports car, and supercar.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">And that\u2019s exactly what the latest Vantage S is. The company is tapping into its past, but from an era I didn\u2019t immediately associate with the Aston Martin badge. Come at it from that approach, and the vehicle makes a lot of sense. Even more so after you drive it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">This car combines one of the best interiors I\u2019ve experienced, with a monster twin-turbo V8 powertrain, a spectacular chassis, and a frankly stunning body. I can\u2019t recall getting so many looks from passers-by as I did driving this thing, with the metallic gunmetal grey paint looking like it was infused with liquid mercury under the sun.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Then there\u2019s the drive-mode selector dial, which is pure art for those of us with a penchant for automatic diving watches and military aviation.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-31.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">On the road, the Aston can turn into a properly engaging weapon \u2013 and a fun one at that, which isn\u2019t always the case with supercars. Yet, while its performance is surely impressive, that isn\u2019t its best attribute (it isn\u2019t far off, mind you).<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">No, it\u2019s that the Vantage S is, thankfully, not on all the time. There is a controlled anger that sits just under the surface, with all the presence of an English gangster wearing a tailored suit \u2013 that expensive cloth hiding lean muscle. A level of respect is demanded at all times, thanks to a temper that is easily accessed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">It almost feels like Aston Martin engineers made a list of their favourite attributes from across the industry \u2013 and beyond \u2013 and put them all into one car. Which is a wonderful aim, but the fact they\u2019ve been able to combine them to make such a cohesive and engaging package is a formidable achievement.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">It takes the very best aspects of muscle cars, sports cars, supercars, and GTs, and combines them all within a stunning and sophisticated coupe body. Yes, the Vantage S is indeed special, and worthy of your money \u2013 if not, your love.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">It\u2019s a new era at Aston Martin.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"_1ivmml51gy _1ivmml51yg _1ivmml514 _1u8h4qz8\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aston-martin-vantage-s-stills-20.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">CarExpert can save you thousands on a new Aston Martin Vantage S. Click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/buy\/aston-martin\/vantage\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">here<\/a> to get a great deal.<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">Click the images for the full gallery<\/p>\n<p class=\"m7p3v71 _1ivmml5pq _1ivmml52 _1ivmml5d _1ivmml53fc _1ivmml53l6 _1ivmml53zy _1ivmml545s\">MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carexpert.com.au\/aston-martin\/vantage\/\" class=\"_87i7r20 _87i7r21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Explore the Aston Martin Vantage showroom<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Just as it is in fashion, there are waves in the automotive industry \u2013 trends that come and&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":791906,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[64,63,105],"class_list":["post-791905","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-technology","tag-au","tag-australia","tag-technology"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/791905","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=791905"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/791905\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/791906"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=791905"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=791905"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=791905"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}