Aston Martin is gearing up to launch eight new models in the next 24 months and we’re getting our first look at the Vantage successor. However, like with the upcoming DB12, ‘new’ is a bit subjective as the cars are extensive facelifts rather than true redesigns.
With that reality check out of the way, the Vantage successor doesn’t stray too far from the current formula as it appears to adopt a new front bumper and a wider grille that has a sensor pod in the center. They’re joined by new headlights, a ventilated hood, and a more pronounced front splitter.
Additional changes are limited, but the prototype has a ventilated rear bumper that echoes the one found on the limited edition V12 Vantage Roadster. However, it retains the four-tailpipe exhaust system and tamer diffuser from the standard model.
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Perhaps the most exciting thing is the camouflaged interior. While we don’t know what to expect, things can only improve as the current model has a cluttered center stack and console. They’re joined by a tiny 8-inch infotainment system as Aston Martin decided to opt for Mercedes’ leftovers.
Needless to say, the updates can’t arrive fast enough and we can expect some suspension tweaks as well as some possible powertrain upgrades. Nothing is official as of yet, but the current Vantage Roadster has a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 developing 503 hp (375 kW / 510 PS) and 505 lb-ft (685 Nm) of torque. It enables the model to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 3.8 seconds before topping out at 190 mph (306 km/h).
The F1 Edition bumps the output to 527 hp (535 PS), while Aston has previously confirmed the V12 Vantage is retiring.
