VANTAGE F1 EDITION
Race-Track Performance On The Road
The new Vantage F1® Edition is a new breed of Aston Martin. One that celebrates the marques return to Formula 1® for the first time in over 60 years and establishes the Vantage as a true sports car.
Need to know
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The Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition brings 25bhp more than the standard Vantage, bringing a total of 530bhp from its twin-turbocharged V8 engine.
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The F1 Edition gains a track-focused suspension setup with reworked dampers for even less body roll through the bends.
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The engineering team targeted intelligent, incremental improvements across multiple areas of the Vantage F1® Edition’s auto-only powertrain.
A core production offering, the new Vantage F1® Edition sits at the top of the Vantage model line. Motivated by an exciting return to Formula 1® and as a direct result of the engineering that went into the development of the Vantage as an Official Safety Car of Formula 1®. The Vantage F1® Edition is the ultimate expression of performance and dynamism; it is the fastest and most focused of the already sporting Vantage.
Design
Not only is it the most powerful, but the Vantage F1® Edition benefits from unique and significant chassis and aerodynamic improvements developed by Aston Martin’s hugely experienced engineering team. While the luxury brand’s Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One™ team was busy preparing a return to the grid, the engineering team behind the infamous road cars were too, creating the ultimate Aston Martin Vantage which could take on the role of an Official Safety Car of Formula 1®.
Set to work by Chief Executive Officer, Tobias Moers, the task was to develop significant performance enhancements, driven by improved lap time performance in order to successfully carry out its role on the F1® track, but without compromising its on-road capabilities. Notably, it would do so without the fitment of aggressively track-optimised tyres. Following the success of these enhancements, Moers instructed the integration of these into the production car, ultimately developing the new Vantage F1® Edition.
The most sporting Vantage in the production range and in essence, a replica of the Vantage Official Safety Car of Formula 1®. An exciting proposition for Aston Martin customers.
The exterior of the Vantage F1® Edition has been beefed-up considerably. Of course, the look is dominated by the large rear wing, but things have been elevated further with a new set of exterior colours, including one that celebrates Aston Martin’s involvement in Formula One with a special Racing Green colourway.
There’s the option to have either satin or gloss exterior paint finishes, while all versions get a vaned grille as standard and carbon fibre exterior detailing. Remember that the new Aston Martin Vantage F1® Edition is available as either hard-top Coupe or a folding soft-top Roadster. Both gain the same range of aerodynamic and design upgrades.
Tech
There’s a lot of great technology included in the Aston Martin Vantage F1® Edition, including a high-definition central screen which gives access to all of the car’s major media and navigation functions. Connecting your phone via Bluetooth is a smooth process, too, and once you’re up and running it’s simple to take calls or listen to messages via buttons on the multifunction steering wheel or the screen itself.
You’ll also be able to stream media loaded to your phone through the Vantage’s system. However, if you’re after an even more immersive sound, then there’s the option to upgrade to Aston Martin’s premium audio system.
Engines & Performance
With the 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine, power is up by 25PS to a new maximum of 535PS. Peak torque remains unchanged at 685Nm, but that peak is sustained for longer to further increase tractability and in-gear urgency. This relentless, muscular performance has been further enhanced by work to the 8-speed automatic transmission, with an optimised torque cut during upshifts that reduces shift times and increases the feeling of directness and precision. This torque management also enhances the driver’s sense of control and connection during downshifts specifically under heavy braking and allows for finer control when the driver is balancing the car at its limit of traction. While noticeable in all circumstances and conditions, these improvements are especially beneficial when driving on track.
Statistics
The Vantage F1® Edition definitely has enough performance to live up to that motorsport-inspired name. 0 to 60mph will take 3.6 seconds in the coupe or 3.7 seconds in the Roadster, with the former carrying on to a top speed of 195mph and the latter 190mph. It means that, regardless of which roof layout you opt for, you’re getting some serious speed.
When it comes to efficiency, Aston Martin states that the Coupe will emit 264g/km CO2 and the Roadster 263g/km, while both bring combined consumption figures of 24.3mpg.
0-60 mph
3.5 seconds
Top speed
195mph
C02 emissions
263g/km
Figures shown are for comparability purposes; only compare with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. Figures may not reflect real life driving results, which will depend upon a number of factors including factory-fitted options, accessories fitted (post registration), variations in weather, driving styles and vehicle load. Further information about the test used to establish fuel consumption and CO2 figures can be found at www.astonmartin.com