What is the Aston Martin Vantage?
The Vantage is Aston Martin’s sports car, sitting alongside the brand’s grand touring models. It has appeared in several generations, from the V8 Vantage of the 1980s to the current Vantage. Aston Martin was founded in 1913 by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford.
The V8 Vantage returned in 2007, followed by a new Vantage in 2018. The 2018 model brought a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8; the latest generation arrived in 2025. Across its generations, the Vantage has kept a sporting focus while its design and engineering have evolved.
Engines and power
The Vantage is listed with petrol engines. In the European Union, engine sizes range from 4.0 to 5.9 litres and outputs from 313 kW (426 PS) to 515 kW (700 PS). UK listings cover the same engine-size range, with outputs from 375 kW (510 PS) to 665 kW (904 PS).
The 2018 generation marked a shift to a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8. The model’s earlier generations also included larger engines.
How economical is the Aston Martin Vantage?
Official consumption figures vary by market and test procedure. The lowest listed figure is 11.5 L/100 km in EU WLTP figures. The UK lists 10.3 L/100 km on NEDC, while France lists 12.6 L/100 km on NEDC. WLTP and NEDC results are not directly comparable.
The US EPA’s lowest listed figure is 11.2 L/100 km, with a combined rating of 21 MPG. Canada’s lowest is 11.2 L/100 km on the NRCan 5-cycle test. EPA, NRCan 5-cycle and European WLTP and NEDC procedures differ, and results depend on the version.
Where was the Vantage sold?
Official figures list the Vantage in the European Union, the UK, France, the United States and Canada. EU registrations cover 2010–2025; UK figures span 2006–2026. US figures span 1984–2026, including the earlier V8 Vantage nameplate.
Questions and answers
What generations of Aston Martin Vantage are there?
The generations listed are the V8 Vantage (1984–1989), V8 Vantage (2007–2017), Vantage (2018–2023) and Vantage (2025–today).
What engines does the Vantage use?
The listed versions are petrol-powered. European Union and UK ranges span 4.0 to 5.9 litres; US and Canadian figures extend from 4.0 to 6.0 litres.
What is the Vantage’s lowest official fuel consumption?
The lowest listed figure is 10.3 L/100 km in UK NEDC figures. Results differ by market and test procedure.
Is the Vantage sold in the United States and Canada?
Yes. Official figures are listed for both markets, using EPA testing in the US and NRCan’s 5-cycle procedure in Canada.
