Aston Martin Vantage is the entry-level vehicle in Aston Martin’s lineup, but is an absolute standout in the luxury coupe segment. Aston Martin continues to bring innovations through this model and this is one of the most successful vehicles in the history of the brand. Building upon the hype and sports car heritage of the model, the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage is incredibly fast and comes with superb handling that will get the hearts of sports car enthusiasts racing. The 2018 Vantage has been built on a shortened version of the 2018 Aston Martin DB11 aluminum spaceframe for better performance.
The 2018 Aston Martin Vantage is part of the “Century Plan” of the brand in which the British brand envisions to launch 7 new standalone models (one model after every 9 months) till 2021. The 2018 DB11 was the first model according to the plan, the 2018 Vantage is the second and Aston Martin is planning to release a new Vanquish, DBX, a New Mid-engine Supercar, Lagonda 1 and Lagonda 2 in the coming years in this exact order.
The 2018 Aston Martin Vantage is now wider and longer than before while still maintaining the aggressive Aston Martin look. The interior has been designed to be sportier and more luxurious with latest technological features that make this sports coupe one of the best in the segment.
Here is a review of the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage as we take a closer look at its design, performance and safety features.
Design of the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage
The design of the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage has received multiple aerodynamic refinements and extensive design updates. The exterior has a reshaped front fascia and a more prominent lower front grille, which add to the stylish look of the coupe. The interior has been designed to be spacious with better luxury features to enhance the ride quality and experience for its occupants.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage is exceptionally sporty and aggressive, thanks to the many new aerodynamic features that have been added to the coupe to enhance its appearance as well as performance. The all-new Vantage is built on the shortened aluminum spaceframe that makes for a shorter overhang, wider rear end and broader stance.
The coupe has a very proportionate exterior to make the vehicle even more attractive to the sports car enthusiasts. At the front of the vehicle is a long hoodline with the lowest nose ever designed by Aston Martin. This new design element gives the all-new Aston Martin Vantage a sportier and an aerodynamic appearance that looks exceptionally good on this coupe.
Aston Martin is calling the new Vantage the “Archetypal Hunter” to emphasize on its athleticism and the impression of raw power it generates with just its looks. The clamshell bonnet at the front has been added for better aerodynamics while the front bumper has been redesigned to be more angular to blend in with the rest of the design.
The large titanium mesh grille has retained its style and size, however, it is now placed a little lower on the bumper and is surrounded by the three-dimensional S curve, which draws the attention of onlookers. The grille is flanked by the new ultra-slim LED headlights that are now positioned more towards the sides for a homogenous look.
The muscular clamshell hood adds to the aerodynamics of the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage, however, one of the biggest aerodynamic additions are the traditional side strakes that have been reinvented for a more dynamic exterior to reduce the drag force.
For the first time ever, Aston Martin has designed a vehicle’s underside to direct the airflow from the front splitter to the rear diffuser so that the vehicle can have better downforce for enhanced grip and stability. The 2018 Vantage is fitted with the signature 20-inch Vantage “Y” spoke wheels to further improve the agile stance of the coupe.
The rear spoiler has been redesigned to have an up-turned flick to offer a significant amount of downforce at high speeds. The ultra-thin taillights now stretch across full-width of the tailgate and accentuate the rear spoiler to make a seamlessly sporty and modern-day coupe look.
“The Vantage becomes a symbol of primal beauty.”
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Interior
The cabin of the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage has been redesigned to become spacious and offer better comfort features to its occupants. It has a new layout that looks better than before with lowered seating position and more legroom for the front passenger.
The interior is now more luxurious than before with a driver-focused cockpit that brings every necessary control within easy reach of the driver. The cabin comes with multiple options for two-toned leather upholstery and accents to make it more elegant and contemporary in style.
The sports seats are upholstered with Strathmore and Alcantara leather to offer a more comfortable in-cabin experience. The black leather upholstered steering wheel hosts many driver controls for temperature, volume and more. As for the in-cabin comforts, the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage comes with dual-zone automatic temperature control, Bluetooth connectivity, iPod and iPhone integration, USB outlets and a lot more.
An 8-inch LCD screen is mounted high on the dashboard to serve infotainment purposes. The Aston Martin Audio System comes as standard along with HD radio for the entertainment of the occupants. Other than that, the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage comes with multiple optional features for the interior that include:
- Sports Steering Wheel
- Sports Plus Seats
- Twin Gloss Carbon Fibre Steering Wheel
- Caithness Leather
- Balmoral Leather
- Optional Trim Inlays
- Aston Martin Premium Audio System
- Ventilated Seats
- Heated Seats
- 16-way Power Seat Adjust System
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Performance of the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage
The performance of the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage has been enhanced due to the new lightweight frame that has been made with bonded aluminum. This has made the vehicle more agile and brought a near perfect 50:50 weight distribution.
The 2018 Aston Martin Vantage is a rear-wheel drive sports coupe. It is powered by a front mid-mounted 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine that is capable of producing 503 bhp and a maximum torque of 685Nm. This engine comes with Dual Variable Camshaft Timing System for efficient performance while the fully CNC machined combustion chambers and fully catalyzed stainless steel exhaust system improve the build quality of the engine.
This turbocharged V8 engine is paired with an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission to deliver a perfect balance between responsiveness and performance. The 2018 Aston Martin Vantage has a top speed of 314 Km/h and can go from 0 to 62mph (0 to 100 Km/h) in just 3.6 seconds.
The 2018 Vantage is the first vehicle by Aston Martin to have the E-Diff (electronic differential) feature that offers extra traction and stability to the coupe at all times. The E-Diff works with electronic stability control to bring better handling and a smoother ride.
The coupe comes with Skyhook Technology that offers three driving modes that are Sport, Sport+ and Track.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Aston Martin Vantage is packed with latest safety features to ensure that the driver and passenger feel confident while commuting around in this luxury coupe, even at high speeds. Some of the highlighting safety features include:
- Rear Parking Sensor
- Park Assist
- Electric Park Brake
- Dynamic Stability Control
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Emergency Brake Assist
- Traction Control
- Multiple Airbags
- Hydraulic Brake Assist
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Optional safety features include:
- Cruise Control
- Auto Part Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring
Price of the 2018 Aston Martin Vantage in the UAE
The 2018 Aston Martin Vantage is already available in the UAE at a starting price of AED 600,000 that can go as high as AED 700,000 with optional features. This is an expensive luxury coupe that offers a perfect blend of power and luxury to the sports car enthusiasts of the UAE.
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