2016 Aston Martin Vantage

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Rating8.1

Ranked #9 in 

Midsize Coupe
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$103,300 - $141,495
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Enthusiastic driving experience

Automatic transmission responds too slow, especially at low speeds

It gets a new infotainment system from the Vanquish as well as a new center console design

Endless customization options

The interior controls look a bit outdated for modern standards

Smooth ride quality for a sports car

Specs & Features

$109,000

price

430 hp @ 7300 rpm

horsepower

361 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

4.7L 8cyl RWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Aston Martin Vantage is a midsize coupe offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $103,300. For that price, it mainly competes with the Mercedes Benz AMG GT, the Jaguar F-Type, and the Porsche 911 Carerra. Between 2 trims, the Vantage offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 4.7L V8 engine capable of making 420 horsepower and 347 lb-ft of torque. There is also a tweaked version of the same engine which puts out 430 hp and 361 lb-ft of torque.

Both engines are mated to either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The 2016 Vantage reaches 60 mph from zero in 4.9 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 3.7 seconds with the 6.0L V12 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Vantage can manage a combined fuel economy of between 15 and 14 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 30 striking colors the Vantage comes in really pull you towards it.

The Aston Martin Vantage has gained plenty of fan-following from James Bond movies while also marking its presence in the Johnny English Reborn movie. The low-slung stance and the classy design language are sure to get your heart running even before you hear the rumbling roar out of the exhaust. Check out the video review from "TMT Auto" Youtube channel which perfectly describes the car's feel. 

Buying Advice

Our recommendation leans more towards the V12 Vantage which not only offers a bigger engine but also adds carbon-ceramic brakes, three-mode adaptive suspension, and, special carbon-fiber body panels. Other optional add-ons include the heated seats, driver and passenger memory settings, a 700-watt premium sound system, a 1,000-watt Bang & Olufsen sound system, and a lot more.

Trims

    GT
    $103,300 onwards
    • Alcantara simulated suede Seat trim
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Automatic Front air conditioning
    • Driver Lumbar support
    Base
    $121,295 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    • Sirius AM/FM/Satellite

Compare to similar cars

Price

$103,300- $141,495

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.1

Horsepower

430 hp @ 7300 rpm

Torque

361 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

Capacity

4

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$287,650- $320,695

Gasoline

7.86

568 hp @ 6650 rpm

465 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

4

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$113,400- $119,700

Gasoline

8.66

552 hp @ 6000 rpm

502 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

4

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$79,400- $92,345

Gasoline

8.32

650 hp @ 6400 rpm

650 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

2

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$55,400- $74,145

Gasoline

7.57

455 hp @ 6000 rpm

460 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

2

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$24,145- $41,895

Gasoline

8.54

300 hp @ 6500 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

4

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$129,900

Gasoline

8.34

503 hp @ 6250 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

2

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$151,100- $194,600

Gasoline

8.34

520 hp @ 6000 rpm

487 lb.-ft. @ 1950 rpm

4

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$130,400

Gasoline

8.64

475 hp @ 8250 rpm

324 lb.-ft. @ 6250 rpm

2

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$84,300- $132,800

Gasoline

8.44

350 hp @ 7400 rpm

287 lb.-ft. @ 5600 rpm

4

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2016 Aston Martin Vantage vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.8 sec12.7 sec190 mph
    2.9 sec--
    3.1 sec11.4 sec-
    3.1 sec11.3 sec-
    3.2 sec11.2 sec-
    3.47 sec--

    2016 Aston Martin Vantage vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      13 mpg19 mpg15 mpg21.1 gal.274.3/400.9 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg22 mpg16.9 gal.321.1/456.3 mi.
      19 mpg28 mpg21 mpg16 gal.272/448 mi.
      16 mpg29 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal.314.5/536.5 mi.
      17 mpg24 mpg20 mpg18 gal.304.3/429.6 mi.
      15 mpg25 mpg19 mpg24 gal.360/600 mi.

      2016 Aston Martin Vantage vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        172.6 in.73.4 in.49.6 in.5 in.102.4 in.
        207.9 in.76.7 in.59.3 in.6 in.122.5 in.
        193.2 in.76.9 in.54.3 in.6 in.117.7 in.
        2016 BMW M6

        Ranked #3

        192.8 in.74.8 in.54.1 in.4.2 in.112.2 in.
        189.3 in.76.7 in.55.2 in.6 in.108 in.
        188.3 in.75.4 in.54.4 in.5 in.107.1 in.

        2016 Aston Martin Vantage vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          10.6 cu.ft.98.6 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.
          234.1 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.84.5 cu.ft.65.5 cu.ft.
          15.9 cu.ft.-315.2 cu.ft.
          2016 BMW M6

          Ranked #3

          13 cu.ft.87 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          4.1 cu.ft.-13.2 cu.ft.

          2016 Aston Martin Vantage vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            14.3 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.-
            ---74 ft.
            16.7 cu.ft.4.1 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.65.5 cu.ft.-
            2016 BMW M6

            Ranked #5

            71.3 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.-
            4.4 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.-

            2016 Aston Martin Vantage vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -3549 lbs.
              2016 BMW M6

              Ranked #1

              930 lbs.4250 lbs.
              -3999 lbs.
              540 lbs.3627 lbs.
              914 lbs.3516 lbs.
              -3549 lbs.

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