2015 Aston Martin Vanquish Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Aston Martin Vanquish has remained pretty much the same car as when it was introduced about 12 years ago.This would be the worst of insults for a midsize commuter car, but for a V12 grand touring car with a lineage like Aston’s, many say “Bravo.” Not to say the car hasn't changed in its fine details, and indeed there is one significant change for 2015. Though with Aston Martin, once you reach perfection, messing with it is just bad taste. (For reference, please see any supercar with a hybrid drivetrain.)
The 2015 Aston Martin Vanquish is missing one thing and thank goodness: turbochargers. Its V12 produces enough power to rocket the vehicle to 60 mph in under 4 seconds. It can carry the vehicle to speeds above 200 mph on an accommodating course. So why does such an engine need to be turbocharged? Turbos reduce throttle response. Those few reviewers who have tested the Vanquish say its power delivery is wonderfully linear, and it has an exhaust sound unsurpassed in the automotive world. Just for the record, the engine produces 568 hp. If you are looking for the supercar keywords, here you are: carbon ceramic brakes, aluminum space frame, and carbon fiber body. And the Vanquish remains one of the last great cars with hydraulic steering assist.
Here we should discuss the biggest change to the Vanquish for 2015: the transmission. If there is one area that has blossomed over the decade since this supercar was first built, this is it. Again, Aston chose the right path. Rather than a touchy dual-clutch transmission, Aston chose a supercar-proven, very modern, torque-converter-equipped unit from ZF. It is a transaxle, and Aston considerably modified the vehicle this past year to enable the use of this new 8-speed (up two gears over the past version). Besides shifting faster and more smoothly when stressed, it enables that sub-4-second sprint and the 201-mph top speed. Prior to using this transmission, those things could not be achieved.
The Aston's look is most often defined by its front air intake or grill. Ford owned Aston Martin for about 20 minutes, and both parties benefitted. Ford injected quality control via a main-line IV. In return, it stole Aston’s front end and applied it to the Ford Fusion and other vehicles. Nobody ever says, "The Vanquish looks like a Fusion.” They say the opposite, and that's a high compliment.
The 2015 Vanquish also has some new colors for the new model year. Its price remains in the $300K range, and if you wish to acquire one, you will work with a personal designer. Telling you what options it has would be silly, as the car has over 100,000 interior configurations, according to Aston Martin.
The Vanquish is one of the most capable and exclusive grand touring vehicles in the world. We will not argue with the company’s claim that it is “the ultimate grand tourer.”
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 13 · 1000 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 15.6 · Front brakes: carbon ceramic disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.1 · Rear brakes: carbon ceramic disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: carbon · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.73 · Limited slip differential: rear
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: aluminum · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 13 · 1000 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 15.6 · Front brakes: carbon ceramic disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.1 · Rear brakes: carbon ceramic disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: carbon · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.73 · Limited slip differential: rear
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: aluminum · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: with wind blocker
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Bang Olufsen premium brand · AM/FM radio · SiriusXM Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · 13 Total Speakers · 1000 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 15.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.1 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: carbon · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.73 · Limited slip differential: rear
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: carbon fiber · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Number of front headrests: 2
Lights
Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Security
Anti-theft alarm system: remote
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Damper Control: frequency selective · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Bang Olufsen premium brand · Touch screen display radio · SiriusXM Satellite Radio · 1 subwoofer · 13 Total Speakers · 1000 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 15.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.1 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: carbon · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.73 · Limited slip differential: rear
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: carbon fiber · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Lights
Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: soft top
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Security
Anti-theft alarm system: remote
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Damper Control: frequency selective · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation