Aston Martin V8 Vantage Overview

The V8 Vantage's V8 is powered by a 420 horsepower 4.7-liter V8 mated to a standard six-speed manual transmission or an optional automated manual with paddle-shift. Standard features include 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic climate control, leather power sport seats, six-disc audio system and rear parking sensors. The N420 trim features Sports Pack suspension, a new sports exhaust system, diamond turned alloy wheels with gloss black finish, "Graphitic" tailpipe finishers, a carbon fibre splitter, Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, and sports seats with "Race Track" stitching. A wide variety of wheel designs, paint colors, wood trims and interior trim colors can be specified. Heated seats, memory seats, a navigation system, satellite radio, Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and a 13-speaker, 1000-watt Bang & Olufsen BeoSound audio system are available. The optional Sports Pack includes 19-inch forged alloy wheels, up-rated springs and shocks and a revised rear anti-roll bar. The N420 can be specified with a Race Collection paint scheme that features a bold color paired with a contrasting color on the grille surround, pillars and roof.

The 2012 V8 Vantage is carried over from 2011.