The Aston Martin Vantage is a two-seater built from 1981 to 2026 over 2 generations. Between 2011 and 2026 it grew 9 cm longer and gained -140 kg. Engines offered: V8. Worth buying? It scores near the top of what we track — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the Vantage is
The Aston Martin Vantage is a two-seater that Aston Martin built from 1981 to 2026 — 46 model years. Our measurements put it at 2 generations, the current one starting in 2021. It has been offered with V8 power. Its closest sibling in the Aston Martin range: Valhalla.
Vantage generations, and what changed
These boundaries are not copied from a brochure — they fall out of the measurements. Where 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.
| Generation | Length | Wheelbase | Weight | vs previous | Weight change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-2018 | 438 cm | 260 cm | 1670 kg | - | - |
| 2021-2026 | 447 cm | 270 cm | 1530 kg | +9 cm | -140 kg |
Between 2011 and 2026 the Vantage gained 9 cm in length (+2.1%) and -140 kg in weight (-8.4%). Cars did not so much grow as thicken — crash structures, airbags and equipment weigh more than the metal they replaced. Full dimensions by year →
Aston Martin Vantage 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.
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 Vantage have? Power & range
The Aston Martin Vantage is offered with 1 powertrain — 4L 8-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V8 | 4.0L · 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | RWD | Premium |
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 Vantage by the numbers
What the federal and market records say. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | Vantage | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Recalls | 5 campaigns | NHTSA, all years |
| Reliability | 4.5 / 5 | Best and worst years |
| Insurance | $8,281/yr | Estimated full coverage |
| Used value | 43 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Aston Martin Vantage?
The Vantage is a two-seater, built from 1981 to 2026 across 2 generations. Engines offered: V8.
How many generations does the Vantage have?
2 by our measurements, the latest starting in 2021. 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 Vantage grew 9 cm longer and gained -140 kg.
What is the Aston Martin Vantage 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 Vantage reliable?
It scores 4.5/5 in our data. 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 Vantage?
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.