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Replacing a car like the previous-gen Vantage is an incredibly difficult task since that model was universally praised for its drop-dead gorgeous looks but Aston Martin has made it look easy with the breathtaking new Vantage. Everything is new on Aston Martin’s latest sportscar, from the chassis to the powertrain and from the onboard technology to the clever aero agenda. Power comes as expected from the AMG-sourced twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 that here makes 503hp (510PS) and 505lb-ft (685Nm) of torque. Paired to it is an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission, with Aston Martin hinting at a manual option later on. Aston Martin says they’ve mounted the engine as low and as far back as possible to ensure optimal center-of-gravity and that perfect 50-50 weight distribution. Dry weight is an impressive 1,530kg (3,373lbs). 0-60mph comes in 3.5 seconds (0-100km/h in 3.6) while top speed is 195mph (313km/h). The chassis is an evolution of the DB11’s aluminum structure, with...

The new generation Aston Martin Vantage is moving closer to its global premiere, which will take place on November 21. Portrayed as a "beautiful" and "untamable" beast by the British marque, the baby Aston Martin is inspired by the DB10, giving it a James Bond-esque flair, with new LED headlights and a unique rear lighting signature. The all-new Aston Martin Vantage is believed to use the same V8 powertrain as the new DB11. Developed by Mercedes-AMG and tuned in-house by Aston, the 4.0-liter twin-turbo unit produces 510PS (503hp) and 675Nm (498lb-ft) of torque in the DB11, allowing for a 0 to 100km/h (62mph) in 4.0sec and a top speed of 301km/h (187mph). However, in the case of the new Vantage, we expect the German-made lump to be slightly detuned, with the exact power figure to be revealed later. Still, the twin-turbo V8 will allow the new Vantage to be faster than the outgoing model, which needs 4.9sec to reach 100km/h (62mph) from a standstill. Later o...

Aston Martin announced the launch of the AMR sub-brand which is aimed to take technology and inspiration from motorsport and create a sharper version of each model in the company’s range. To signal the birth of AMR, Aston Martin brought two concepts at the Geneva Motor Show, the Rapide AMR and the Vantage AMR Pro, with both of them being confirmed for production. The Rapide AMR represents the first tier of the new sub-brand, featuring a comprehensive suite of upgrades in the engine, chassis and design sectors. The Vantage AMR Pro on the other hand is the most extreme version, being heavily influenced by the company’s WEC V8 Vantege GT3 race car and offering an uncompromising character. More specifically the Aston Martin Rapide AMR is now powered by a 600PS version of the naturally aspirated 6.0-litre V12 engine, which the British maker claiming that this is the fastest four-door model in the world, capable of a 210mph top speed. The Rapide AMR is also finished in a signature...

Aston Martin has decided to celebrating its ongoing partnership with Red Bull Racing by unveiling the new V8 and V12 Vantage Red Bull Racing Editions. Both vehicles have been created through Q by Aston Martin and will be delivered from the second quarter of this year. As is typical with special edition models like these, they are primarily distinguished from ‘ordinary’ Vantages by their paint schemes, this time featuring the Mariana blue, yellow and red combination used by the RBR Formula 1 team. If owners want something different, Tungsten Silver and satin Mariana blue are offered. Other special touches to the V8 and V12 Vantage Red Bull Racing Editions include a carbon fiber front splitter, carbon diffuser and carbon grille frame. The cabins of the two then have diamond-quilting, an alcantara steering wheel, carbon fiber trim and Red Bull Racing headrest embroidery. When ordering their vehicle, customers can also choose to have their sill and final inspection plaques signed ...