{"id":539281,"date":"2026-07-22T21:50:15","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T21:50:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/539281\/"},"modified":"2026-07-22T21:50:15","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T21:50:15","slug":"aston-martin-marks-25-years-of-vanquish-with-exclusive-special-edition-auto-trader-nz","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/539281\/","title":{"rendered":"Aston Martin marks 25 years of Vanquish with exclusive special edition \u2013 Auto Trader NZ"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Aston Martin is cashing in on 25 years of its flagship Vanquish with a limited-production model that pays tribute to one of the coolest nameplates ever. It will also bring in much needed extra cash, as wealthy collectors just can\u2019t pass up a limited edition model at present.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_02.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_02-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124472\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Called the Vanquish 25, the special edition has been created by the marque\u2019s bespoke Q by Aston Martin division and will be limited to 50 examples worldwide, split evenly between 25 Coupe and 25 Volante models.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_03.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_03-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124473\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The anniversary model draws inspiration from the original Vanquish that debuted at the 2001 Geneva Motor Show, blending styling cues from the first-generation car with the latest third-generation Vanquish that launched in 2024.<\/p>\n<p>Read more \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/car-reviews\/2026-aston-martin-vanquish-review\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">2026 Aston Martin Vanquish Review<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_04.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_04-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124474\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Exclusive to the Vanquish 25 is a Q Skye Silver exterior finish complemented by bespoke foil detailing on the side sills and grille vanes, stainless steel side strakes, unique \u2018Vanquish 25\u2019 badging and specially finished 21-inch forged alloy wheels featuring subtle \u2018V\u2019 highlights. A bespoke Q Commission exhaust finisher also distinguishes the model from the standard car.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_05.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_05-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124475\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Inside, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astonmartin.com\/en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Aston Martin<\/a> has added exclusive perforated trim patterns, embroidered \u2018Vanquish 25\u2019 seatbacks, laser-etched trim inlays and a bright red engine start button surrounded by unique rotary detailing. Buyers can choose from three interior themes: Onyx Black, Oxford Tan or Phantom Grey, all complemented by a black Alcantara headlining.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_06.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_06-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124476\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Customers will also be able to specify either 2+0 or 2+2 seating configurations depending on their preferred layout.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_07.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_07-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124477\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mechanically, the Vanquish 25 remains unchanged, retaining the same formidable performance credentials as the standard flagship.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_09.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_09-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124478\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Power comes from Aston Martin\u2019s 5.2-litre twin-turbocharged V12, producing 614kW (835PS) and 1000Nm of torque. Drive is sent to the rear wheels through a bespoke chassis featuring advanced dynamics technology and carbon-fibre bodywork.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_10.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_10-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124479\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Performance remains suitably extreme, with a claimed 0-100km\/h time of around 3.3 seconds and a top speed of 344km\/h.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_11.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_11-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124480\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>According to Aston Martin, the Vanquish has represented the pinnacle of its front-engined sports car range since the original model arrived 25 years ago, with each successive generation showcasing the company\u2019s engineering and design capabilities.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_12.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_12-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124481\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Head of Q by Aston Martin, Vittorio Gabba, said the anniversary model honours the importance of the Vanquish name within the company\u2019s history.<\/p>\n<p>\u201c25 years on from the unveiling of the very first Vanquish it is only right that we mark this nameplate\u2019s contribution to our heritage. Vanquish 25 builds on the extraordinary achievements of the modern, third-generation Vanquish with a carefully curated package of exterior and interior features that subtly celebrate this important milestone in our history.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autotrader.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_13.jpg\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Aston-Martin-Vanquish-25_13-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-124482\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Aston Martin Vanquish 25 will make its public debut at Monterey Car Week in California next month, with customer deliveries scheduled to begin during the fourth quarter of 2026.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Aston Martin is cashing in on 25 years of its flagship Vanquish with a limited-production model that pays&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":539282,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[111,139,69,145],"class_list":["post-539281","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-technology","tag-new-zealand","tag-newzealand","tag-nz","tag-technology"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/539281","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=539281"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/539281\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/539282"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=539281"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=539281"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=539281"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}