The Aston Martin Lagonda is a compact car built from 1981 to 1994 over 2 generations. Between 1977 and 1982 it grew 2 cm longer and gained 342 kg. Engines offered: V8. Too new for a verdict, since complaints and recalls take years to accumulate — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the Lagonda is
The Aston Martin Lagonda is a compact car that Aston Martin built from 1981 to 1994 — 14 model years. Our measurements put it at 2 generations, the current one starting in 1981. It has been offered with V8 power. Its closest siblings in the Aston Martin range: Virage, Rapide.
Lagonda generations, and what changed
These boundaries are not copied from a brochure — they fall out of the measurements. Where the Lagonda's length or wheelbase jumps between consecutive model years the platform changed: a facelift moves a bumper by centimetres, a new generation moves the whole car — for the Lagonda that gives 2 distinct generations below.
| Generation | Length | Wheelbase | Weight | vs previous | Weight change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977-1978 | 528 cm | 292 cm | 1724 kg | - | - |
| 1981-1982 | 530 cm | 292 cm | 2066 kg | +2 cm | +342 kg |
Between 1977 and 1982 the Lagonda gained 2 cm in length (+0.4%) and 342 kg in weight (+19.8%). Cars did not so much grow as thicken — crash structures, airbags and equipment weigh more than the metal they replaced, and on the Lagonda that is 342 kg against 2 cm. Full dimensions by year →
Aston Martin Lagonda tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment Lagonda owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Aston Martin Lagonda have? Power & range
The Aston Martin Lagonda is offered with 1 powertrain — 5.3L 8-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 1 for the Aston Martin Lagonda, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V8 | 5.3L · 8-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | RWD | Regular |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
The Lagonda by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Aston Martin Lagonda. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | Lagonda | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Reliability | Not yet rated | Best and worst years |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Aston Martin Lagonda?
The Lagonda is a compact car, built from 1981 to 1994 across 2 generations. Engines offered: V8.
How many generations does the Lagonda have?
2 by our measurements, the latest starting in 1981. We draw the boundaries where length or wheelbase jumps between model years — a facelift moves a bumper, a new generation moves the whole car. Over its life the Lagonda grew 2 cm longer and gained 342 kg.
What is the Aston Martin Lagonda warranty?
New models carry 3 years / 36,000 miles basic cover and 5 years / 60,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the Lagonda reliable?
The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific Lagonda?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Martin Vantage | 1981–2026 | 5 | 21 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Aston Martin Valkyrie | — | 2 | — | 4.5/5 |
| Aston Martin Vanquish | 2001–2026 | 10 | 16 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Aston Martin DB12 | 2024–2026 | 4 | 17 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Aston Martin DBX | 2021–2026 | 14 | 17 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Aston Martin DB9 | 2005–2016 | 43 | 15 mpg | 3.5/5 |
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