The Aston Martin Vantage spans 1981–2026 with 5 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. It delivers up to 21 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
Is the Aston Martin Vantage a good car?
Short answer: yes — this one scores near the top of what we track. Our score for the Aston Martin Vantage is 4.5 out of 5, built from NHTSA crash-test results, how often it gets recalled and what owners actually complain about — not from reviews.
If you're choosing a year, 1981, 1982, 1983 score best in our data, and 2026, 2025 worst.
This page describes the model. It can't tell you whether that car has an open recall, a rolled-back odometer or a branded title — for that, run its number through our free VIN check.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Aston Martin Vantage is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1981 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Aston Martin Vantage VIN — every digit explained
Every Aston Martin Vantage 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.
- 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 Vantage.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. The whole position-by-position breakdown — year codes 2001–2026, country codes, stamping locations — lives in our VIN decoder tool.
How many recalls does the Aston Martin Vantage have?
The Aston Martin Vantage has 5 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1981–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2025 Aston Martin Vantage recalls 2
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:pipes, Hoses, And Fittings
What's wrong. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DBX707, 2024-2025 DB12, and 2025 Vantage vehicles. The engine oil cooler hose may split during vehicle operation, resulting in a loss of oil and oil pressure.
Risk. A sudden loss of oil and oil pressure could lead to the engine stalling or seizing, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2024. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-03-1973.
Back Over Prevention:display Function
What's wrong. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DB12, 2025 Vantage, and 2025 DBX707 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk. An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. The head unit software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-30-2015.
2020 Aston Martin Vantage recalls 1
Air Bags
What's wrong. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2017 DB11, 2019 DB11 V8 Volante and DBS Superleggera, 2019-2020 Vantage and 2020 Superleggera Volante vehicles. The front seat air bag fasteners may not have been tightened correctly.
Risk. Loose fasteners can cause the air bag to improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will examine and, if necessary, secure the front seat air bag fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2020. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-01-1418.
2019 Aston Martin Vantage recalls 2
Air Bags
What's wrong. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2018-2019 DB11 Coupe and Volante and 2019 Vantage and DBS Superleggera Coupe vehicles. The locking nut fasteners on the passenger air bag may not be tightened properly.
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating passenger air bag deployment, the air bag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag fasteners, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-866-278-6661. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-01-1327.
Air Bags
What's wrong. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2017 DB11, 2019 DB11 V8 Volante and DBS Superleggera, 2019-2020 Vantage and 2020 Superleggera Volante vehicles. The front seat air bag fasteners may not have been tightened correctly.
Risk. Loose fasteners can cause the air bag to improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will examine and, if necessary, secure the front seat air bag fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2020. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-01-1418.
Best and worst years for the Aston Martin Vantage
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Aston Martin Vantage — best- and worst-year trends will appear here once that data is in.
What are the most common Aston Martin Vantage problems?
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint data for the Aston Martin Vantage — 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 Vantage specifications & dimensions
The 2023 Aston Martin Vantage measures 178″ long on a 106″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 3,957 lb. 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 Vantage window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 178″ | 78″ | 50″ | 106″ | 3,957 lb |
| 2020 | 176″ | 76″ | 50″ | 106″ | 3,373 lb |
| 2008–2017 | 172″ | 74″ | 50″ | 102″ | 3,594 lb |
| 2002 | 184″ | 72″ | 49″ | 102″ | 3,924 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Aston Martin Vantage cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Vantage holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 79 cu ft of passenger volume and 9 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
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 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 MPG does the Aston Martin Vantage get?
The Aston Martin Vantage returns up to 21 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $3,650/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2026 Aston Martin Vantage (4L 8-cyl) gets 18 mpg combined and costs about $4,300/yr to fuel, emitting 498 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 3/10) — about $10,500 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Vantage | 15 | 22 | $4,300 | 498 | — | 4L 8-cyl | |
| 2025 Vantage | 15 | 22 | $4,300 | 498 | 4/10 | 4L 8-cyl | |
| 2023 Vantage | 18 | 24 | $3,850 | 435 | 5/10 | 4L 8-cyl | |
| 2022 Vantage | 18 | 24 | $3,850 | 435 | 5/10 | 4L 8-cyl | |
| 2021 Vantage | 18 | 24 | $3,850 | 435 | 3/10 | 4L 8-cyl | |
| 2020 Vantage | 18 | 24 | $3,850 | 435 | 3/10 | 4L 8-cyl | |
| 2019 Vantage | 18 | 25 | $3,650 | 435 | — | 4L 8-cyl | |
| 2016 Vantage | 14 | 21 | $4,800 | 550 | 5/10 | 4.7L 8-cyl | |
| 2015 Vantage | 14 | 21 | $4,800 | 550 | 5/10 | 4.7L 8-cyl |
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 Vantage stacks up against the most fuel-efficient two-seaters, or calculate this Vantage's real yearly fuel cost.
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.
How much does a Aston Martin Vantage cost to own?
A used Aston Martin Vantage sells for a median of about $94,797 for a 2020 — most listed between $89,797 and $94,997, from 34 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Vantage | $89,797–$94,997 | 31 | |
| 2016 Vantage | $59,999–$59,999 | 3 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a Vantage is worth today, or browse used-market prices across all models.
A Aston Martin Vantage depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | $24,000 | −$6,000 |
| Year 2 | 70% | $21,000 | −$9,000 |
| Year 3 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 4 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 5 | 46% | $13,800 | −$16,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Vantage loses about 54% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $18,250 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Vantage 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.
How much is a Aston Martin Vantage to insure?
A Aston Martin Vantage costs about $8,281 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 476% above the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (576, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the Vantage's HLDI loss index. See Aston Martin insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Aston Martin Vantage safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Vantage yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Aston Martin Vantage last?
A well-maintained Aston Martin Vantage typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Aston Martin Vantage’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Vantage’s VIN free →All Aston Martin Vantage model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Aston Martin Vantage — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2025 Vantage | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2024 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2023 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2022 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2021 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2020 Vantage | 1 recall | — | |
| 2019 Vantage | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2018 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2017 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2016 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2015 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2014 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2013 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2012 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2011 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2010 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2009 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2008 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2007 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 2006 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 1989 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 1988 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 1987 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 1986 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 1985 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 1984 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 1983 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 1982 Vantage | 0 | — | |
| 1981 Vantage | 0 | — |
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 Vantage?
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Aston Martin Vantage.
How many recalls does the Vantage have?
5 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1981–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Aston Martin recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the Vantage get?
Up to 21 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a Vantage last?
A well-maintained Vantage typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Vantage reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Vantage is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Aston Martin Vantage 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 Vantage made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Vantage'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 Vantage 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.