Aston Martin Vantage Spied Using Shorter DB11 Body
Spy photographers have caught the next-generation Aston Martin Vantage testing in cold weather.
At first glance, the test car appears to be an older DB11 prototype, but when you look closer it’s actually shorter than the DB11. That’s because the new Vantage is a true two-seater in Aston Martin’s lineup, unlike the DB11 that is a 2+2. It will also be built on a shortened version of the DB11’s aluminum platform, although the newer model will be slightly longer, wider and lower than the current Vantage.
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Expect the interior to be heavily influenced by the DB11’s cabin, with many of its new high-tech features finding its way into the Vantage. Power should come from a 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 engine sourced from AMG, likely offered with two different outputs. There will also be a range-topping model featuring the 5.2-liter V12 in the DB11, creating a new Vantage V12 model. And just like how Aston Martin is holding onto the rather large V12 engine, the Vantage will come standard with a six-speed manual transmission. There’s even a possibility that the British automaker won’t offer an automatic transmission.
Look for the new Vantage to debut as a coupe in fall 2017 with a convertible version following six to nine months later.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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