Aston Martin Vantage (05 on) - Review

Review by Kieren Puffett on
Last Updated: 16 January 2009
This is Aston Martin's entry level car - if you can call the hand built £80,000 Vantage entry level. Whereas its more expensive siblings are true Grand Tourers capable of traversing Europe rapidly and in luxurious comfort, the Vantage is much more sports car focused. Its revvy 4.3-litre V8 delivers a rush of power and its stiff chassis rewards even the most demanding of drivers. It doesn't skimp on luxury either with full leather interior, electrically adjusted seats and glass engine start button that glows red when the ignition is switched on.
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Running costs

Residual values are class leading due to the limited number of Vantages being built and the high demand. There is a significant options list that includes sat nav, which on premium cars at this level should really be standard. Running costs are, of course, significant due to its performance nature and specialist skills required to service the car. Fuel economy is an average of just 16mpg.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

10,000 miles then every 12,500 miles.

Warranty

Three years/unlimited mileage.

Road tax (12 months)

£475.00 - £475.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

Full running costs data

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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

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Emissions summary

With its large 4.3-litre V8 petrol engines and an average fuel consumption figure of just 17mpg, it's no surprise that the Vantage gets a rock-bottom eco score. It emits 358g/km CO2, which although average for a high performance coupe, is exceptionally poor compared to the average family car. A Mondeo will typically emit about 180g/km CO2.

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