The new Aston Martin Vantage S 2026 is not a revolution, but a deliberate deviation – as if James Bond had put on a leather jacket instead of a tuxedo and realized that it actually suited him. Enough clues? Read on, because this S is more than just a letter.
Aston Martin has ordered an open-block Aston Martin Vantage S2026 and returns to the sports formula with autumn (Q4 2025) deliveries – more-is-moreThe Vantage S builds on a tradition that began with the Vanquish S in 2004 and carried over into the Vantage family in the middle of the previous decade.
Nervous system: motor and drive
Under the long, sculpted motorboat – Aston Martin Vantage S 2026 – the famous 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 works (the AMG DNA is still evident, but who cares when it sounds like an explosion of a symphony?). Power has jumped to 671 hp (500 kW), the torque remains brutal 590 lb-ft (800 Nm)Result: 0-60 mph in 3.3 s (0-96 km/h) and top speed 202 mph (325 km/h) – faster than your average morning espresso at a Goodwood kiosk.
Chassis and aerodynamics: how to stretch physics with the 2026 Aston Martin Vantage S
New ones Bilstein DTX shock absorbers, a firmly bolted rear subframe and softer transaxle mounts give the front more grip and the rear more civility. A full-length rear spoiler generates 97 lbs (44 kg) additional pressure; the total aero package at final speed leads to 245 lbs (111 kg) negative pressure – so much that your house cat would probably stick to the asphalt.
Interior: Gentleman racers club
The 2026 Aston Martin Vantage S's cabin is a theatrical mix Alcantara, fine leather and satin 2×2 twill carbon. The headrests have an “S” stamped with 3,300 pounds of pressure – a small but poignant reminder that the craftsmen at Gaydon still carry tape measures in their vest pockets. You can choose between red or silver trim, but either way, the smell of hand-stitched leather remains (almost) free.
Vantage S in numbers: Aston Martin Vantage S 2026
- 671 hp / 500 kW (+15 hp compared to the “regular” Vantage)
- 590 lb-ft / 800 Nm of torque
- 3.3 seconds to 60 mph / 96 km/h
- 202 mph / 325 km/h spikes
- 97 lbs (44 kg) spoiler downforce, 245 lbs (111 kg) total
- 21-inch Michelin Pilot Sport S5 AML rims at 275/35 front and 325/30 rear
Conclusion: when Bond turns his back
The Vantage S 2026 is not a cheap protein shake, but a hand-mixed cocktail: a little more power, a lot more reliable feedback and just the right amount of British eccentricity. The aerodynamics really glue the rear end to the road, but at the same time let the softer gearing keep you happy on everyday potholed country roads.
Price? Aston is still keeping it a secret, but Gaydon is hinting that it will be over €200,000 – which, to be honest, is a small mortgage for a ticket to join the rare athletes who can be both a gentleman and a hooligan. If you like the Vantage S, orders are open; just don't delay, because Astons build fast and customers buy even faster.
