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Third-generation AMG-engined Vantage

Aston Martin Vantage

The 2024-onward Vantage is the highest-powered road-going Vantage yet, with a reworked AMG V8 producing 665 PS and a substantially updated chassis. It is too new for a long reliability record, but the platform carries forward familiar habits around battery care and oil monitoring.

  • 2024-present
  • 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 (AMG M177 reworked), 665 PS
Best fit High-performance road driving
Ownership mood Very fast and driver-focused
DIY ceiling Basic checks and battery care
Big risk area New-model teething and oil monitoring

Ownership overview

As a new model the Vantage benefits from the same fundamental ownership disciplines as its predecessor: a good tender, regular oil checks, and prompt attention to any software or warning-light changes. Early buyers should stay close to dealer support while the car matures.

Engines and variants

Engines: 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 (AMG M177 reworked), 665 PS.

Key variants: Coupe, Roadster, S.

Best use cases

  • Performance-focused road driving at the sharper end of the Aston range
  • Driver-orientated ownership for buyers who want more pace than the DB-series offers
  • Modern high-performance GT use on spirited road routes

Strengths

  • Substantially upgraded power and chassis over the previous-generation car
  • More contemporary infotainment replacing the older Mercedes COMAND system
  • Strong on-road dynamics with improved ride and body-control calibration

What to watch

  • Very new model — long-term reliability data is limited at this stage
  • Ride harshness on coarser road surfaces has been flagged in press testing
  • Oil consumption and battery drain habits carry over from the M177 engine family
Aston Martin Vantage Known IssuesThe 2024-onward Vantage is very new and has a limited reliability record. Known observations so far centre on ride quality feedback, infotainment teething, and the same oil-consumption and battery habits carried over from the M177 engine platform.Aston Martin Vantage Maintenance ScheduleThe 2024-onward Vantage shares its core maintenance needs with the previous-generation V8 platform. Battery care, oil monitoring, and brake attention remain the key disciplines, with additional emphasis on software update currency for the new infotainment and vehicle systems.Aston Martin Battery Replacement and Tender SetupBattery care is one of the most useful ownership skills on any modern Aston Martin. Whether you are replacing the battery or simply setting up a tender routine, the goal is stable voltage and fewer false faults.Aston Martin Brake Pads and Disc InspectionRegular brake inspection is one of the simplest ways to prevent expensive Aston Martin running-cost surprises. This guide focuses on safe visual checks, wear patterns, and when inspection should turn into a specialist visit.Aston Martin Vantage Oil Change GuideThe 2024-onward Vantage uses a reworked AMG M177 V8 producing 665 PS. The oil service follows the same fundamental process as the previous-generation car, but the exact specification must be verified against the manufacturer's documentation for this updated engine.Aston Martin Battery Drain and Flat Battery DiagnosisRepeated flat batteries on an Aston Martin are often caused by a tired battery or low-use pattern rather than a dramatic parasitic drain. Start by proving the battery and charging system before hunting for obscure faults.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Vantage a significant upgrade over the previous car?

Yes, in power, chassis calibration, and infotainment. The fundamentals of ownership — battery care, oil monitoring, and fluid discipline — remain very similar.

Should buyers worry about buying such a new model?

Early-model caution is reasonable. Staying within the dealer network during the first years and monitoring for software updates is sensible practice.