Aston Martin V8 Vantage
A masterclass in automotive proportion and the most successful Aston Martin ever.
- Power
- 380 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.9 s
- Top speed
- 175 mph
- Est. value
- $32k–$55k
About the Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Launched to rival the Porsche 911, the V8 Vantage is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cars of the 21st century. It features a front-mid-mounted 4.3-litre V8 and a rear-mounted transaxle, providing a near-perfect 49:51 weight distribution for balanced handling. The early 4.3-litre models are celebrated for their mechanical purity and high-revving character, though they lack the low-end torque of later 4.7-litre versions. As a VH-platform car, it uses a bonded aluminium structure that remains stiff and communicative, making it a definitive modern classic driver's car.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage specs
The Aston Martin V8 Vantage produces 380 bhp (283 kW) and 410 Nm (302 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 175 mph (282 km/h).
| Make | Aston Martin |
|---|---|
| Model | V8 Vantage |
| Trim | V8 Vantage |
| Years | 2005–2017 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 21,648 built |
| Original price | About $110,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.3-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,280 cc (4.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 380 bhp (283 kW) at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 410 Nm (302 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,300 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.9 s |
| Top speed | 175 mph (282 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,570 kg (3,461 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 242 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Aston Martin V8 Vantage worth?
A typical Aston Martin V8 Vantage is estimated to be worth $32,000 – $55,000 (about £24,000 – £41,000).
Its original price when new was about $110,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Aston Martin V8 Vantage rarity in CarSpot
The Aston Martin V8 Vantage is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 49 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage fun facts
- The V8 Vantage was the first production Aston Martin to use a dry-sump lubrication system, allowing the engine to be mounted lower for a better centre of gravity.
- Though loosely based on a Jaguar block, the engine was hand-assembled at Aston Martin's dedicated facility in Cologne, Germany.
- The instrument cluster features a counter-clockwise rotating tachometer, a signature design quirk of the Gaydon-era Aston Martins.
