Last March, the Aston Martin Vantage, launched in April 2018, underwent restyling. Today it is the turn of the convertible, Aston Martin Vantage Roadster to undergo the same operation. For the record, this airy variant arrived on the market in September 2020. So unsurprisingly, the Vantage Roadster sports the more aggressive bow of the coupe characterized by new headlights and an enlarged grille.. Deliveries will begin in the second quarter of 2025.
Plus 155 horsepower under the hood!
The V12 5.2 biturbo engine with 700 hp is no longer on the agenda, but we are getting a little closer with the V8 4.0 biturbo in a definition of 665 hp and 800 Nm.
For the record, before the restyling, the eight-cylinder from AMG was available in versions of 510 and 535 hp with a torque value of 685 Nm.
The significant gain in power (+155 hp, just as much as the fastest 1.2 PureTech engine at the time) comes from a pair of larger turbochargers, revised camshaft profiles and a gear ratio. optimized compression. However, despite this spectacular increase in power, the hierarchy remains respected in the range where the big sister DB12 Volante (4.73 m or 23 cm more than the Vantage) conceals under its long hood the same V8 engine but in a 680 version. ch, on the other hand it is equal in terms of torque value.
An eight-fold thick hood that can be operated in 6.8 seconds
The Vantage Roadster phase 2 technical sheet indicates a top speed of 325 km/h and 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds. Values strictly identical to those of the Aston Martin coupe. The brand specifies that only 60 kg, including soft top (with eight insulating layers) and structural improvements (body reinforcements) separate the coupe from the convertible.
The canvas headgear folds or unfolds in just 6.8 seconds and the maneuver is possible while driving up to 50 km/h.
The owner can also open or roll over his car remotely using the key, but for this he will hardly have to go far, the range is only two meters. But it’s not any worse for security. Music lovers will be able to choose between the vocals of the V8 or the sound of the audio system accumulating 390W through 11 speakers.
