ENGINEERED FOR REAL DRIVERS
The potent new Vantage Roadster. Head-turning. Jaw-dropping. Roof-raising. The definitive front-engine rear-wheel-drive sports car. Exuding dynamic ability, visceral drama and the sleekest of profiles. A hand-crafted all-aluminium 4.0 litre twin-turbo V8 producing class-leading outputs of 680PS and 800Nm. And a roof that opens seamlessly in just 6.8 seconds for a new benchmark of sector-defining performance for thrill seekers everywhere. Time to open up your emotions.
DRIVER-CENTRIC DYNAMICS
AN IRRESISTIBLE DRIVE
A classically configured drive
A convertible stablemate to the world-beating Vantage Coupe, the Roadster is graced with the same low centre of gravity, just 49cm off the ground. Classically configured, more than three-quarters of the car’s mass is elegantly balanced between the two axles, with a 49:51 front-to-rear weight distribution. Anchored with the front-mid engine. Propelled by rear-wheel drive. All harmonised to attack bends with thrilling agility.
Seated around the driver
The low seating position, centre console, and athletic ‘h’ point, plus ergonomic alignment of controls along the centreline of the cockpit firmly plant the driver at the core of the Roadster. The driver-centric dashboard delivers a sense of space and clarity, putting you at the epicentre of the driving experience.
Dampers designed for razor-sharp response
Roof up or top down, Roadster’s next-generation Bilstein DTX adaptive dampers consistently outwit inconsistencies in the tarmac. A 500% increase in bandwidth offers a range of control and speed of response that flexes with driver needs. Bespoke tuning and precise calibration of the dampers gives a razor-sharp edge to Roadster dynamics for an inherently sporting feel. Letting you opt for progressively tighter body control as you explore the comprehensive range of dynamic modes. From the visual splendour of gliding along rural roads to the visceral thrill of challenging hairpin mountain bends. All at the twist of a dial.
Non-isolated steering column
The new Vantage Roadster experience comes to life through a non-isolated steering column. Delivering an unfiltered line between the tarmac, the tyres, the chassis and the steering wheel. Syncing you perfectly with the car. Allowing a more direct exchange of information between steering input, vehicle response and a purer sense of the road surface. Drawing more feel into your cabin. And totally rewriting the standards of driver engagement.
STIFFENED FOR A MORE PRECISE DRIVE
This new tactile awareness is further amplified by targeted bracing, undertrays and anti-roll technology. The aluminium Roll-Over and Protection System (ROPS) has been carefully optimised to minimise weight yet maximise strength. The structure is formed using a process called ‘Castrusion’ – named for the way it combines optimal elements from both casting and extrusion to create a strong, light and simple to package system. Torsional stiffness is also reinforced through the length of the body. Increasing your ability to coax agility from the car.
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POWERTRAIN
A POWERTRAIN ENGINEERED TO DELIVER
Aston Martin’s bespoke all-aluminium 4.0 litre V8 twin-turbo engine sees the largest single surge in performance in the 75-year bloodline of Vantage. Power and torque rise by an unprecedented 30% and 15% respectively, compared to our previous model. A total of 665PS and a staggering 800Nm of torque running through an eight-speed paddle-shift torque-converter transmission to an electronically controlled limited slip differential – all powered through the rear wheels.
A thrilling sense of performance
Modified cam profiles, optimised compression ratios and enlarged twin turbochargers send the engine’s full repertoire of thrill charging through the Roadster’s veins throughout the entire rev range. From standstill to 62mph in 3.6 seconds, and onwards to a top speed of 202mph, Vantage Roadster combines explosive performance and state-of-the-art technology within the classic front engine, rear-wheel drive configuration. With the hood down, the inimitable thunder of the V8 emanates beautifully from under the Roadster’s dramatically sloping bonnet.
Intelligent torque shaping
Next-generation torque shaping working with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. Pinpointing grip more precisely. Weaving power through an automatic ZF 8-speed transmission. Delivering explosive in-gear acceleration through a shorter final drive ratio (3.083:1). Sector-defining performance for unforgettable driving.
Power that adjusts to the road
The Electronic Rear Differential (E-diff) adapts its behaviour according to the approaching demands of the road – from the challenges of a relentless alpine switchback to gently sweeping countryside curves. Helping the Roadster rotate into tighter turns and exploit its razor-sharp yet composed front-end response.
BRAKES, WHEELS AND TYRES
STAYING CONNECTED WITH THE SURFACE
THE POWER TO STOP
Vantage Roadster features precision-engineered steel brakes for superlative stopping power as standard. Or drivers can specify Carbon Ceramic Brakes with vast discs – measuring 410mm at the front end and 360mm at the rear – clamped by six piston monoblock calipers. These reduce unsprung mass by 27kg to minimise weight, maximise grip, and rein in all 202mph and 800Nm of unadulterated thrill. Allowing Vantage Roadster to shed speed even more rapidly than it gains – and do so repeatedly. Increasing braking efficiency and reducing brake fade at temperatures up to 800 degrees courtesy of grooved, drilled faces providing superior heat rejection. For later braking and enhanced performance.
The joy of alloys
The Vantage Roadster features 21-inch, hand-forged alloy wheels, with a structure designed using simulation tools to remove every gram of excess mass without compromising strength or aesthetics. There are four 21” wheels styles, available in a range of finishes, behind which can be seen one of seven different colour choices of brake calipers.
Bespoke treads
A proprietary blend of Michelin Sport S 5 tyres has been crafted specially for the Vantage Roadster bloodline. 360mm x 400mm. Honed by Aston Martin and moulded by Michelin. Featuring a bespoke compound to maximise high-grip levels in any weather and fitted with noise-cancelling foam to lesson road noise. Super-sharp responses, with the improved driver feel and progressive breakaway characteristics expected from a car born of authentic motorsport pedigree.
TECHNOLOGY
TECHNOLOGY THAT EFFORTLESSLY THRILLS
Six dimensions of stability
The new Stability Control System underwrites the sense of driving composure through a state-of-the-art 6D Inertial Measurement Unit. This ‘electronic architecture’ harnesses six axis sensors – Surge, Heave, Sway, Roll, Pitch and Yaw – to create a superbly detailed overview of precisely how the car is behaving. Then allows the ESP system to adopt optimal settings both for road conditions and driving style. Allowing perfectly gauged ESP intervention with optimised performance. And maximised emotion.
Driver-centred slip and traction control
Working in harmony with the Electronic Stability Control system, Vantage Roadster is graced with the latest evolution of Electronic Slip Control (ESC) and Adjustable Traction Control (ATC) systems. For the driver, it is an innate sense of balance behind the wheel. Torque is constantly monitored and managed to optimise wheel slip by actively predicting the exact level of grip available. Responding in the moment to even the most minute instabilities. The ATC can be set manually on one of nine different levels, so you can precisely control the amount of traction you want from the system or even turn it off completely. Allowing you to appreciate the intricacies and delights of true sportscar driver engagement.
Launch control
Vantage Roadster’s new Launch Control System harmonises the engine, transmission, and stability control to provide as much torque as conditions allow. A combination of E-Differential, ESP slip control, and engine torque management ensure a vice-like hold on the tarmac, and thanks to the innovative Advanced Traction Control system, the driver can provide even more precise control over the amount of slip they desire through launch. The Vantage Roadster’s technology provides the precision, balance, poise and, above all, the confidence that are unmistakable hallmarks of a high-performance driver’s car.
CONVERTIBLE ROOF
OPEN-TOP MOTORING AT ITS FINEST
The Roadster continues Aston Martin’s tradition of open-top motoring that dates back 75 years to the launch of the Vantage drophead coupe in 1950. The Z-fold roof system swiftly transforms the new Vantage model into the top-down drivers’ dream. Lightweight and compact, the mechanism instantly folds to a mere 210mm stack height, giving a beautifully smooth, sleek rear profile, while maximising luggage capacity.
The convertible has an ingenious lightweight roof mechanism and supporting structural enhancements. The substantial weight saving over a traditional K-fold roof is further facilitated by removing a tonneau cover. The Z-fold roof canopy is acoustically enhanced and incorporates eight different layers of insulation materials for the height of cabin comfort. And the essence of interior calm.
The Z-fold roof
The Roadster offers the fastest operating fully automatic roof on the market, taking just 6.8 seconds to open or close completely. World class performance as silent as it is seamless. The Z-fold is operational up to a speed of 31mph, allowing you to raise the roof at the touch of a button. A short cut to open-air calm, the refined mechanism can also be operated via the remote key within a 2-metre radius of the car.
Exterior Design
The Aggressive Beauty Of An Aston Martin Convertible
Stunning design
As eye-catching with the Z-fold roof up as it is with it seamlessly folded away, Vantage Roadster delivers a world-class top-down driving experience like no other. A sensorial showcase of bold, authentic, uncompromised lines. Making this new variant Vantage as eye-catching as it is iconic. Every curve, sill and strake, scythed and carved with unapologetic conviction. The timeless appeal of a roadster, the predatory power of a Vantage.
Form with function
The broad track width delivers a lasting and intimidating first impression. The wide aperture of the signature Aston Martin grille embodies Aston Martin’s philosophy of combining beauty with function. The vaned contoured grille has a 38% increase in surface area than its predecessor, dramatically improving airflow to the powerful engine by offering 29% increase in mass airflow for additional cooling. Scalpel-sharp vents reduce drag and command enhanced cooling airflow onto the front wheel arches. A final touch comes in the form of a new optimised front splitter. Tuned to enhance airflow into larger front apertures without compromising aero balance and downforce to offer the Roadster enhanced stability at high speeds.
A flawless flank
Viewed with the top down, the Roadster is a truly stunning masterpiece of Aston Martin design. All of the visceral impact and beauty of the Vantage Coupe has been seamlessly retained for its convertible stablemate. The Z-fold roof is meticulously engineered to fold down seamlessly to a sleek 210mm in stack height, leaving no impact on the aesthetic of its side profile. The dramatically angled windscreen joins with the car’s high waistline to create a proportionally perfect thoroughbred sports car profile. The flank offers new side sills, frameless door mirrors and presenting door handles, and is finished with the return of the world-renowned Aston Martin side strake. A touch of dynamism that guides the admiring eye along the powerline, even while standing at ease. Signed and sealed with the jewelled finish of the Aston Martin word mark.
A wider body
This beautiful convertible multiplies and intensifies its road presence 30mm wider for added stability. Sharp. Rigid. Laterally stiffened and braced with 29% more strength under the pressure of a corner. The Vantage Coupe and Roadster were developed simultaneously enabling the convertible model to retain the outrageous dynamic capabilities and agile sporting character of Vantage with no compromise with the removal of the hard roof.
A FORCEFUL STANCE
Finished with a broad rear end and widened stance, Roadster is visibly more formidable from nose to tail. The roof stows seamlessly behind the seats without need for a bulky, heavy tonneau cover, while the boot lid deck slopes gently downwards to meet the dramatic upkick of a distinctive rear spoiler. To reduce lift, wheel-arch vents bleed-off air and the rear diffuser keeps the car grounded by managing and optimising airflow to create low pressure under the car. Signing off emphatically with quad-exhaust tailpipes that are as memorable for their visual power as for their stainless-steel roar. A last impression as dramatic as its first.
INTERIOR DESIGN
AN ULTRA-LUXURY INTERIOR
AN OPEN BOOK OF OPULENCE
The Vantage Roadster showcases Aston Martin luxury in a cabin space that is sector-defining. One that heralds the future yet hints at a glorious history. Brushed with flawless lines, exquisite materials, state-of-the-art connected technology, and a seamless fusion of digital and analogue. Tactile mechanical switchgear combined with the latest evolution of Pure Black technology touchscreens. Timeless. Class-leading. Future-focused.
Next-generation infotainment
Aston Martin’s next-generation infotainment system is exquisitely showcased within the new Vantage Roadster. Designed exclusively in-house, it is brimming with connectivity, 3D mapping and satellite-view technology with fully integrated wireless Apple CarPlay®. All seamlessly integrated into the driver-centric dashboard with exquisitely appointed 10.25-inch Pure Black touchscreen technology activated by single and multi-finger gesture control. All supplemented by a new Aston Martin customer connectivity App – which supports both iOS and Android devices – allowing effortless interaction to and from the Roadster via a personal device.
The pleasure of analogue controls
Touchscreen commands remain artfully balanced with the tactility of physical mechanical switchgear, with buttons retained for key mechanical operations such as gear selection, drive selection, heating and ventilation. A triumph of functional beauty and tactile quality.
A superlative sound system
The Vantage Roadster is fitted as standard with the Aston Martin 390w 11-speaker audio system. Developed for an extreme immersive soundscape, the system features QuantumLogic® surround sound processing. You also have the option of the Halo system developed with Aston Martin’s audio partner, Bowers & Wilkins®. Acoustically engineered to the Vantage Roadster’s interior volume and shape, this exceptional system uses Bowers & Wilkins ®’ acclaimed world-class loudspeaker technologies and innovations to envelop every corner of the ultra-luxury cabin with the 15-speaker, double-amplified 1,170W surround sound system. This is paired with dedicated 3D headline speakers and a powerful subwoofer. The Z-fold roof canopy has been acoustically enhanced, with eight-layer insulation to ensure your in-cabin sound enjoyment is undisturbed – even by the roar of the signature Aston Martin V8.
