Aston Martin Vanquish (01-07) - Review Review by Simon Harris on 09 January 2008 Last Updated: 16 January 2009 While the styling bore similarities to the older DB7’s this was the first of the truly modern Astons. Based on the earlier Vantage concept car the aluminium and carbonfibre bodied Vanquish debuted in 2001. The launch of the roomier, cheaper and still V12-powered DB9 in 2004 made the hand-made Vanquish appear questionable value to some, however Aston unveiled the Vanquish S, the company’s first 200mph road car. With more power, subtle spoilers and the previously optional sports suspension kit now fitted as standard, the S sold alongside the Vanquish at first but the standard car was soon dropped. The final Vanquish was built in 2007, its place taken in the range by the DB9-based DBS. 3.5 out of 5 Other Aston Martin reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 3.5 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £164,514 - £183,332 Used price range: £24,268 - £77,296 View all used prices Get an Aston Martin Vanquish (01-07) information pack Next steps Astounding engine, intoxicating sounds, hugely involving to drive Reliability issues, cramped and dated interior, expensive to buy and run While the styling bore similarities to the older DB7’s this was the first of the truly modern Astons. Based on the earlier Vantage concept car the aluminium and carbonfibre bodied Vanquish debuted in 2001. The launch of the roomier, cheaper and still V12-powered DB9 in 2004 made the hand-made Vanquish appear questionable value to some, however Aston unveiled the Vanquish S, the company’s first 200mph road car. With more power, subtle spoilers and the previously optional sports suspension kit now fitted as standard, the S sold alongside the Vanquish at first but the standard car was soon dropped. The final Vanquish was built in 2007, its place taken in the range by the DB9-based DBS. Driving & Performance Performance 4 out of 5"It almost wouldn't matter if the Vanquish struggled to outdrag a hot hatch, so wonderful is the..." Handling 4 out of 5"Compared with the DBS, the Vanquish is certainly capable of being driven quickly, but demands far..." Comfort Comfort 2.5 out of 5"Unfortunately, comfort is not a Vanquish strong suit. The cabin is surprisingly cramped, far more so..." Practicality 2 out of 5"Even if you do choose a model with rear seats, you'll end up using them for luggage when you don't..." Equipment 4 out of 5"Leather trim, climate control and a full complement of electrically powered seats and windows came..." Behind the wheel 2.5 out of 5"Not satisfied with producing a cramped cockpit, Aston Martin made things worse by severely limiting..." Costs Running costs 2 out of 5"If you think you need to be well heeled to buy a Vanquish, you're going to need a whole lot more..." Green credentials 0.5 out of 5"With its large V12 petrol engines and a fuel consumption figure of just 15mpg, it's no surprise that..." Safety & Reliability Safety 2.5 out of 5"The Vanquish shows its age here by only offering traction control to prevent the wheels from..." Reliability 3 out of 5"Unlike Aston's newer cars which are made at a state-of-the-art facility at Gaydon, the Vanquish was..." Buying & Selling Buying new 0 out of 5 Buying used 2 out of 5"The Vanquish S is more desirable because of the performance and handling improvements, but all are..." Selling 3 out of 5"It will have to be pristine to sell, buyers will expect the best and won't turn a blind eye to any..." Gallery View full gallery Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Cars for Sale Search well over a hundred thousand new and used cars for sale across the UK. Find out more Next: Facts & Figures