“All will be vanquished” said Aston Martin’s marketing department as it teased its new car.
How right its statement may turn out to be.
The new Vanquish is finally here – and it’s described as the “most potent flagship” in Aston Martin’s 111-year history.
In an era where plug-in hybrids and electric cars are starting to dominate, the famous marque from Warwickshire is hailing the rebirth of its legendary V12. It boasts 5.2 litres, a twin-turbo and a staggering 835PS – yes, you read that last figure right.
As if that wasn’t enough, a 0-62mph time of 3.3 seconds, 1000Nm of torque and a top speed of 214mph – the highest ever on an Aston Martin production car – tells you all you need to know. Even the Pirelli-supplied tyres are made from a compound custom-made for the new Vanquish.
The Vanquish’s cylinder block and conrods have been strengthened, and the camshafts reprofiled. It also has higher flowrate fuel injectors, and reduced inertia turbochargers help increase throttle response. In addition, a new Boost Reserve function raises turbo boost pressure above what’s normally required for any throttle position, aiding performance across the rev range. This means that burying your foot to the floor will deliver full power quicker than before.
The car is rear-wheel drive and sits on 21-inch alloy wheels. It features an eight-speed ZF automatic gearbox and an 80-mm-extended wheelbase. While this adds weight, Aston Martin has countered this with a carbon fibre body to keep the mass to a minimum, although the structure remains bonded aluminium as before.
An electronic rear limited slip differential maximises grip from the rear wheels, providing greater agility and better control of oversteer. It also increases the car’s rotation in corners, making for faster cornering speeds.
What’s more, the Vanquish has brand-new dampers, which, according to Aston Martin, will ensure the ride remains firm but comfortable. It has a double-wishbone front suspension setup and multi-link at the rear. Carbon ceramic brakes are included as standard, too.
The expansion of the front grille – a feature of a handful of recent Aston Martins – continues on the Vanquish. The rest of the car’s silhouette is unmistakeably familiar, including bulging shoulders above the rear wheel arches.
A curved black carbon fibre strip wraps around the back, and the taillights have thin blades on either side. The number plate sits low, flanked by two pairs of large, slightly squared-off tailpipes.
The interior is gorgeous. It houses hand-trimmed leather and looks fantastic. It has plenty of piano black surfaces and a menacingly authoritative centre console.
The infotainment screen is slanted diagonally, bridging the gap between the centre console and the dashboard, while thin air vents sit above the touchscreen. A second screen – the digital instrument display – replaces the more traditional analogue dials behind the steering wheel. Meanwhile, a full-length panoramic glass roof ensures plenty of light so you can fully admire the cabin’s beauty.
A Bowers and Wilkins premium audio system will add more impressive noises to the car, assuming you’re okay with the V12 symphony being accompanied by actual music.
A plethora of safety systems will keep you safe, but you’ll need deep pockets if you want a Vanquish. Aston Martin only makes 1,000 of them each year, and the 2025 model costs upwards of £335,000.
The Vanquish looks like it’ll live up to its name then, certainly as far as your wallet is concerned.
Fast Facts – New 2025 Aston Martin Vanquish:
All Photo Credits: Courtesy of Aston Martin Vanquish
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