The Aston Martin V12 Vantage S model has been officially unveiled and is powered by an updated 6.0-litre V12 power unit thats mated to a new seven-speed Sportshift III AMT gearbox.
The new Aston Martin V12 Vantage S replaces the outgoing V12 Vantage and is the fastest road-going model the British automaker has yet to offer, with exception of the One-77 supercar.
Aston Martin V12 Vantage S offers power, beauty and soul
The Aston Martin V12 Vantage S is equipped with the new AM28 6.0-litre V12 engine delivering 421kW of power and 620Nm of torque available at 5750 rpm. The top speed clocks in at 330km/h.
Another exciting new feature of the car is the new Sportshift lll AMT gearbox which is a hydraulically-actuated automatic transmission with paddle shifters and is 55 pounds lighter than the outgoing six-speed manual transmission. The sports car also debuts a three-stage adaptive damping system which is a first for the Vantage series. Three modes are available: Normal, Sport, and Track. The system also controls the level of power steering assistance offered.
Exterior Features
The new Aston Martin V12 Vantage S retains the same compact proportions of its predecessor, yet draws the distinction with its new front grille with a carbon fibre arrangement that includes sporty black carbon fibre or titanium silver mesh. Other styling cues include new lightweight forged alloy 10-spoke wheels adorned with a black painted roof and subtle yet distinctive exterior graphics pack.
Interior Features
On the inside, new style Sport seating features revised stitching and welt detailing with optional leather grade options: Luxmill and semi-aniline. The optional Carbon Fibre Interior package accents the door pulls with carbon fibre and for the first time, the V12 Vantage S will have the option of black pedals.
Further, the interior is fitted with an Alcantara-trimmed sports steering wheel with black airbag ring, and a 700W Aston Martin premium audio system with six-CD auto charger.
The new V12 Vantage S is our most extreme Vantage to date engineered to bring race car performance and technology to the open road, said Aston Martin CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez. It is our most powerful engine in a beautifully tailored suit. It is elegant, yet brutal, and it is at the same time easy to control. It has everything that sums up Aston Martin: power, beauty and soul!
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