When Aston Martin unleashed the DB12, the lack of a V12 option broke tradition and it caused a considerable amount of uproar from buyers who still wanted a V12 even if the V8 is a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter that makes over 600 horsepower. As they say, greed is good and the need for more power inspired Aston Martin to dig into the vault and bring back the 2025 Vanquish which will be its new flagship model.
Vanquish goes back to its roots
When we last saw a production Vanquish it was six years ago with the sleek coupe being the pinnacle of Aston’s model lineup at the time. The new model follows suit but unlike Aston’s prior plan to make it into a supercar, this Vanquish goes back to its roots and is now being sold as a large luxurious GT car.
The selling point here is the 5.2-liter twin-turbocharged V12 and while the engine does share some of its core dimensions with its predecessor, this engine has been heavily revamped and it packs even more power with Aston saying it’s capable of producing 820 horsepower which is noticeably more than the 621 you get in the DB12. That’s due to the addition of a new block, heads, ports turbochargers, etc to make the engine not only more powerful and torquier (it produces 738 lb-ft of torque) but to also comply with tightening fuel regulations while still giving drivers the option to hit its 214 mph top speed after scorching the 3.2-second sprint to 60 mph. The rear-mounted eight-speed automatic mirrors what we saw in the old DBS Superleggera but it’s paired with the same electronically controlled limited-slip differential that the Vantage and the DB12 get.
A new feature making its debut on the Vanquish is called Boost Reserve which has the ability to increase the boost pressure of the turbos beyond what’s needed in partial throttle. This helps ensure that the driver has plenty of power and boost available especially in a high-speed passing situation. The suspension also gets fancy technology too including the Bilstein DTX dampers and a Croner Braking system.
Elegant styling makes Vanquish a bespoke experience
Going back to its roots also allowed Aston Martin to use a familiar canvas for the Vanquish’s exterior styling. Like other Aston Martins, the Vanquish gets a bonded and extruded aluminum monocoque chassis however, in a call back to its predecessor, the Vanquish gets mostly carbon fiber bodywork with the exception being components related to crash safety. This cuts weight while also allowing the stylists to make curves and angles that would otherwise be impossible with traditional body panels.
The interior of the Vanquish is mostly a copy-and-paste job from other modern Astons with the center console, switchgear, and infotainment system all being familiar to anyone that spent time behind the wheel of a newer Vantage or DB12. However, look for the finer details to play a larger role in the Vanquish with the company using higher quality appointments and materials to drive home the fact that this is the flagship model.
When can I buy one?
If you’re looking to buy a 2025 Aston Martin Vanquish for your garage be prepared to pay accordingly for the privilege. The last Vanquish we saw had a limited window of production each year and it’s no different with this revived model with the company saying that it plans to build no more than 1,000 units a year with a base model starting at a wallet-busting $420,000.
Look for many of them to come equipped with plenty of custom features and options which can easily make the price go even higher including special bespoke appointments from Aston’s Q Division for those with distinct styling tastes.
Carl Malek has been an automotive journalist for over 10 years. First starting out as a freelance photographer before making the transition to writing during college, his work has appeared on numerous automotive forums as well as websites such as Autoshopper.com.
Carl is also a big fan of British vehicles with the bulk of his devotion going to the Morgan Motor Company as well as offerings from Lotus, MG, and Caterham. When he is not writing about automobiles, Carl enjoys spending time with his family and friends in the Metro Detroit area, as well as spending time with his adorable pets.