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2012 Aston Martin Vantage S

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Rating7.3
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$136,300 - $150,870
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Captivating appearance

Accept defeat against other coupes when it comes to performance

Exterior styling revisions

Top-notch interior and comfortable ride

Limited standard features questions the high price tag

A new optional navigation system

Extremely precise steering wheel and strong brakes

Specs & Features

$136,370

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

Competing in the midsize coupe segment, the 2012 Aston Martin Vantage S Coupe is a direct competitor to the Audi R8V8 Coupe, the Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe, and the Maserati GranTurismo Coupe. With standalone trim, the Vantage S starts off at an MSRP of $136,370. It is offered with a 4.7L V8 engine and a 7-speed single-clutch automated manual transmission, producing 430 horsepower and 361 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Vantage S manages a 0-60 of 4.6 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 16 MPG. 

Buying Advice

The list of options is long. Hence, we have picked out heated front seats with memory settings, Bang & Olufsen BeoSound Audio System, satellite radio, and garage door opener for you.

Trims

    Base
    $136,300 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Automatic Front air conditioning
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Parking assist

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Torque

361 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

Capacity

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2012 Aston Martin Vantage S vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.7 sec12.6 sec175 mph
    		2.8 sec--
    		2.8 sec10.5 sec-
    		3 sec11.0 sec210 mph
    		3.5 sec--
    		3.5 sec--
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    2012 Aston Martin Vantage S vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		14 mpg21 mpg16 mpg21.1 gal.295.4/443.1 mi.
      		23 mpg33 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/610.5 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg16.9 gal.- -
      		16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.288/468 mi.
      		17 mpg24 mpg19 mpg16.9 gal.283.2/424.8 mi.
      		16 mpg23 mpg19 mpg19.5 gal.312/448.5 mi.

      2012 Aston Martin Vantage S vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		172.5 in.73.5 in.49.6 in.5 in.102.4 in.
        		200.2 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        		199.4 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        		192.8 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.5 in.112.4 in.
        		192.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.4 in.115.8 in.
        		189.1 in.76.6 in.54.3 in.4.5 in.108.1 in.

        2012 Aston Martin Vantage S vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		10.6 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.
          		8.1 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.
          		-91 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.
          		13.1 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.74.7 cu.ft.
          		6.6 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.6.6 cu.ft.
          		22.4 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.

          2012 Aston Martin Vantage S vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		38.3 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.-
            		12 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.-
            		-5.3 cu.ft.--
            		74.7 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.74.7 cu.ft.98 ft.
            		13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.-
            		12.8 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.-

            2012 Aston Martin Vantage S vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		--3549 lbs.
              		4000 lbs.1440 lbs.3311 lbs.
              		--4090 lbs.
              		-840 lbs.3829 lbs.
              		--4806 lbs.
              		--3208 lbs.

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              MPG Combined : 16 mpg

              0-60 : 4.7 sec

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