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The Aston Martin Quantum — a compact car explained

The Aston Martin Quantum is a compact car built from 1995 to 2026.

Data · NHTSA & EPA · 1995–2026 · 32 model years · Updated Aug 5, 2026 · Not yet rated
Quick answer

The Aston Martin Quantum spans 1995–2026 with 0 recorded NHTSA recalls. It delivers up to 18 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.

1995–2026
Years
0
Recalls
18
Top MPG
—★
NHTSA
0
Complaints
Not yet rated
ForCar Reliability Score
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We're still compiling NHTSA safety, recall and owner-complaint data for the Aston Martin Quantum — its ForCar Reliability Score will appear once that data is in.

Overview

The Aston Martin Quantum is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1995 to 2026 across multiple generations.

How to read a Aston Martin Quantum VIN — every digit explained

Every Aston Martin Quantum carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.

FIG.02·How to Read a Aston Martin Quantum VIN
1–3 · WMI1XX
4–8 · VDSCM826
9 · Check5
10 · YearR
11 · PlantA
12–17 · Serial004352
  • WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Aston Martin and the country it was built in.
  • VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
  • Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
  • Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
  • Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Quantum.
  • Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
17 CHARS·SOURCE SAE / ISO 3779 · NHTSA vPIC

Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. You can decode any VIN for free and get the year-code table, the country codes and the exact spots where the number is stamped.

How many recalls does the Aston Martin Quantum have?

The Aston Martin Quantum has 0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

Best and worst years for the Aston Martin Quantum

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Aston Martin Quantum — best- and worst-year trends will appear here once that data is in.

What are the most common Aston Martin Quantum problems?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint data for the Aston Martin Quantum — the most-reported problems will appear here once that data is in.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.

Aston Martin Quantum specifications & dimensions

The 2026 Aston Martin Quantum. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Aston Martin Quantum window sticker.

Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

Aston Martin Quantum cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the Quantum holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 78 cu ft of passenger volume and 9 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.

78
Passenger ft³
9
Cargo ft³
87
Total interior ft³

Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.

Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

Aston Martin Quantum tire size, oil type & owner specs

The fitment 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.

Wheels & tires
Wheel sizeby VIN
Tire sizeby VIN
Bolt patternby trim
Tire pressure32–36 PSI
Engine oil
Oil typeFull synthetic
Gradeon oil cap
Capacityby engine
Battery
Main battery12V · group by trim
Key-fob cellCR2032
Wiper blades
Front bladesby generation
Rear bladeif equipped
Fuses
Fuse boxeshood + dash
Diagramon box lid
Light bulbs
Headlightby trim
Tail / brakeby trim
Fogif equipped

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 MPG does the Aston Martin Quantum get?

The Aston Martin Quantum returns up to 18 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $4,300/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:

The 1998 Aston Martin Quantum (3.2L 6-cyl) gets 15 mpg combined and costs about $5,150/yr to fuel, emitting 592 g/mi CO₂ — about $14,750 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.

FIG.05a·Aston Martin Quantum MPG, CO₂ & smog — V6
YearCityHwyCombFuel/yrCO₂ g/miSmogEngine
1998 Quantum131915$5,1505923.2L 6-cyl
1997 Quantum131915$5,1505923.2L 6-cyl
ROWS 2·SOURCE EPA (ForCar database)

The 2026 Aston Martin Quantum (4L 8-cyl) gets 17 mpg combined and costs about $4,550/yr to fuel, emitting 522 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 3/10) — about $11,750 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.

FIG.05b·Aston Martin Quantum MPG, CO₂ & smog — V8
YearCityHwyCombFuel/yrCO₂ g/miSmogEngine
2026 Quantum142117$4,5505224L 8-cyl
2025 Quantum152217$4,5505074/104L 8-cyl
2024 Quantum152217$4,5505075/104L 8-cyl
2023 Quantum142217$4,5505223/105.2L 12-cyl
2022 Quantum142217$4,5505223/105.2L 12-cyl
2021 Quantum152218$4,3004973/105.2L 12-cyl
2020 Quantum152218$4,3004973/105.2L 12-cyl
2019 Quantum152218$4,3004973/105.2L 12-cyl
2018 Quantum152117$4,5504973/105.2L 12-cyl
2017 Quantum152117$4,5504975.2L 12-cyl
2016 Quantum131915$5,1505845/105.9L 12-cyl
2015 Quantum131915$5,1505845/105.9L 12-cyl
2014 Quantum131915$5,1505855/105.9L 12-cyl
2013 Quantum131915$5,1505855/105.9L 12-cyl
2012 Quantum132015$5,1505925/105.9L 12-cyl
2011 Quantum132015$5,1505925/105.9L 12-cyl
2010 Quantum132015$5,1505925/105.9L 12-cyl
2009 Quantum121914$5,5006355/105.9L 12-cyl
2008 Quantum111813$5,9506845/105.9L 12-cyl
2007 Quantum111813$5,9506845/105.9L 12-cyl
2006 Quantum111813$5,9506845/105.9L 12-cyl
2005 Quantum111813$5,9506845/105.9L 12-cyl
2004 Quantum111813$5,9506845.9L 12-cyl
2003 Quantum101712$6,4007415.9L 12-cyl
2002 Quantum111813$5,9506845.9L 12-cyl
2000 Quantum101712$6,4007415.9L 12-cyl
ROWS 26·SOURCE EPA (ForCar database)

Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.

See how the Quantum stacks up against the most fuel-efficient sedans, or calculate this Quantum's real yearly fuel cost.

What engines does the Aston Martin Quantum have? Power & range

The Aston Martin Quantum is offered with 2 powertrains — 3.2L 6-cyl, 4L 8-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.

FIG.06·Aston Martin Quantum Powertrains
EngineDisplacementTransmissionDriveFuel
V63.2L · 6-cylAutomatic 4-spdRWDPremium
V84.0L · 8-cylAutomatic 8-spdRWDPremium
ROWS 2·SOURCE EPA + NHTSA vPIC

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.

How much does a Aston Martin Quantum cost to own?

A Aston Martin Quantum depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Check what a used Quantum is worth today or browse current used-market prices before you buy or sell. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.

80%
Value @ 1 yr
61%
Value @ 3 yrs
46%
Value @ 5 yrs
$21,500
Est. 5-yr fuel
FIG.08·Aston Martin Quantum Depreciation & Resale
$
AgeValue retainedEst. resale valueLost to depreciation
Year 180%$24,000−$6,000
Year 270%$21,000−$9,000
Year 361%$18,300−$11,700
Year 453%$15,900−$14,100
Year 546%$13,800−$16,200
ROWS 5·SOURCE ForCar estimate

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

  • Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Quantum loses about 54% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
  • Fuel — ≈ $21,500 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
  • Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Quantum ages.
  • Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.

Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.

Is the Aston Martin Quantum safe?

NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Quantum yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.

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How many miles does a Aston Martin Quantum last?

A well-maintained Aston Martin Quantum typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain.

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Check your Aston Martin Quantum’s VIN — history, recalls & specs

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All Aston Martin Quantum model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the Aston Martin Quantum — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

FIG.11·All Aston Martin Quantum Model Years
YearRecallsBest MPGSafety
2026 Quantum017 mpg
2025 Quantum017 mpg
2024 Quantum017 mpg
2023 Quantum017 mpg
2022 Quantum017 mpg
2021 Quantum018 mpg
2020 Quantum018 mpg
2019 Quantum018 mpg
2018 Quantum017 mpg
2017 Quantum017 mpg
2016 Quantum015 mpg
2015 Quantum015 mpg
2014 Quantum015 mpg
2013 Quantum015 mpg
2012 Quantum015 mpg
2011 Quantum015 mpg
2010 Quantum015 mpg
2009 Quantum014 mpg
2008 Quantum013 mpg
2007 Quantum013 mpg
2006 Quantum013 mpg
2005 Quantum013 mpg
2004 Quantum013 mpg
2003 Quantum012 mpg
2002 Quantum013 mpg
2001 Quantum0
2000 Quantum012 mpg
1999 Quantum0
1998 Quantum015 mpg
1997 Quantum015 mpg
1996 Quantum0
1995 Quantum0
ROWS 32·SOURCE NHTSA + EPA

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the Quantum?

We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Aston Martin Quantum.

How many recalls does the Quantum have?

0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1995–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Aston Martin recalls and reliability across every model.

What MPG does the Quantum get?

Up to 18 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.

How many miles does a Quantum last?

A well-maintained Quantum typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the Quantum reliable?

We're still compiling NHTSA data for the Aston Martin Quantum — its ForCar Reliability Score will appear once that data is in.

What's the Aston Martin Quantum warranty?

New Aston Martin models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Aston Martin dealer.

Where is the Aston Martin Quantum made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Quantum's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Aston Martin may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.

How much ground clearance does the Quantum have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.

Data sourced from NHTSA (recalls, complaints, safety ratings) and EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG). Best/worst-year analysis is ForCar's own aggregation of complaint volume. Last updated Aug 2026. — ForCar Editorial Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.