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Meet the Aston Martin Vantage S: A 670-hp beast built for speed and control

Faster, more agile, and packing a unique interior – the Vantage S aims to be a true step up.

2025 Aston Martin Vantage S
Aston Martin

Aston Martin is set to launch its most “performance-focused” variant of the Vantage. The Vantage S boasts 670 horsepower along with 590 lb-ft. of torque. This means it can rip from 0 to 60 in as little as 3.2 seconds, and caps out at an impressive 202 mph.

Those benchmarks aren’t just down to what’s under the hood; the Vantage S also has a few digital improvements. For instance, improvements to the launch control system shaved 0.1 seconds off the vehicle’s 0-60 time. According to Aston Martin, a recalibrated throttle pedal will also give the driver more “feel and precision.”

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The vehicle features an upgraded chassis, which also adds to the level of connection that drivers should be able to feel. Chassis improvements should also make the vehicle a bit more agile.

Some of the upgrades are on the cosmetic side

2025 Aston Martin Vantage S interior
Aston Martin

While the vehicle is very performance-focused, its looks have also been updated. On the bodywork, you can expect to see new bonnet blades and a rear lip spoiler. “Discreet S Badging” is also present and fits with the overall styling pretty well.

On the inside, the “S” gets its own distinctive design, packed with Alcantara and leather. S-specific options include a drive mode rotary control in silver or red.

The public will get its first chance to see the Aston Martin Vantage S at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, which will take place in mid-July. Deliveries of the vehicle are expected to begin in Q4 of 2025.

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