Used 2018 Aston Martin Vanquish S Base for sale 

The Aston Martin Vanquish is available in a single trim, which features the V-12 motor. The body type can be either had in a coupe or a convertible. Aston Martin offers a plethora of options both to push the performance up as well as to better outfit the interiors.

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The car itself is well outfitted and comes well made right at the get-go. Though we would recommend the Carbon Fiber package, which adds both stylistic as well as weight-saving elements to the supercar.

For its age, the engine is masterfully crafted. Powering the Vanquish is a naturally aspirated V-12 5.9L engine. The noisy snarl of the engine, which grows to deafening levels at higher RPMs is the most attractive part of the coupe. The suspension also has been re-tuned, which is now 10% stiffer, which does wonders to get the wheels touching the road. Although the noise levels would be for the onlookers or nosy neighbors to complain about, as the cabin comes with some of the best sound isolation.

The engine sounds attractive at any RPM you use it in. The 2018 Aston Martin Vanquish still has brilliant response and speed sent down to the rear wheels. The engine makes 580 horsepower and 465 foot-pounds of torque, which help it reach 60 MPH in just 3.5 seconds. The standard 8-speed ZF transmission does a fantastic job on the Vanquish S, which has been tuned to a redline of just over 7,000 RPM.

The Bentley Continental GT has a turbocharged V-12, and while the engineers at Bentley have their heads around how to get the 8-speed gearbox to eliminate turbo-lag, the Continental would be quicker than the Vanquish in almost every test, if not for its magnanimous weight. The McLaren 570S seems most attuned to the performance and track character of the competitors. The smaller motor, which has a lower output, coupled with the lighter chassis make the McLaren much better in both response and handling.

While the MPG figures are sure to be minimal considering the car still employs a fuel-guzzling naturally aspirated V-12, Aston Martin has tuned the Vanquish with a grand-tourer in mind. And that is what the car does best. The 20.5-gallon fuel tank can get you stylishly and rather noisily to any far off location you wish to visit. The range should just touch the 300-mile mark, considering you drive it sparingly and on highways. Although in cities, we would expect single-digit efficiency figures from the ginormous motor.

Turbochargers are meant to get blistering output and much meager fuel consumption, that is what we see from the McLaren GT and the Bentley Continental GT. Even the V-12 motor, when turbocharged, gets double-digit figures in mileage. While the Bentley can easily cross the 300-mile mark in range speaks volumes for its frugality. McLaren is the most efficient engine on the lineup, though the fuel volume is not available currently, and as such, we can only speculate for the range.

Aston Martin adds hand-finished luxury and comfort in boatloads to the cabin. Almost every surface is beautifully burnished to its pristine max. The aged VH architecture means that the Vanquish has some features and tech inside that has become mundane in the market as a whole. The interior has its charm, and the buttons and frills all over the cabin speak of its luxury. The finesse and materials try hard to cover the fact that the interior largely is outdated and showing its age.

upholstery now has “Filograph” quilted seats in leather. The seating posture is comfortable and reminiscent of cheaper race-cars in their bolstering and support. The cabin would be right at place in a luxury yacht. The upholstery has contrast double stitching and a carbon-fiber dashboard fascia. Optionally you can get the exclusive Rokona upholstery, perforated seats, colored seat belts, and other features. The car is also offered with a leather steering wheel, carbon fiber or veneer accents on the doors, and also an auto-dim mirror. Packages for colored accents or added bronze jewelry and appointments can also be purchased.

The Aston Martin offers great space and luxury, though interiors on the Continental GT seem to be a touch more modern, owing to its inspiration from the Porsches and Audis it is related to. The McLaren has the opposite, a futuristic and technologically savvy interior, which has an aggressive albeit stylish character. The space the Continental GT offers is the most, as it is the only car on the lineup that comes standard with rear row seats. Some standout features in the interior of the 2018 Aston Martin Vanquish S are:

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Dual Zone Climate Control
• “Filograph” quilted seats
• Vanquish S embroidery on headrests
• Chopped carbon fiber knobs and buttons
• Optional Bridge of Weir Caithness leather upholstery

How intuitive is the 2018 Aston Martin Vanquish S’s infotainment unit?

Everything from the interior remains the same as the older Vanquish, which retired in 2016. The setup runs AMi 3 system, which has a 6.5-inch LCD screen, which must be accessed by the rotary knob at the base of the console. The console features several buttons to access options and settings in the system, which is finished in piano black.It includes Volvo sourced Satellite Navigation, AM/FM radio, Satellite Radio, and Bluetooth. The USB connector offers compatibility to various mp3 devices, while the audio is a 13-speaker premium system. The Bang & Olufsen tuned BeoSound audio system has a 1000-watt output offering a finely crafted premium quality. Few major infotainment features include-

• Bang & Olufsen BeoSound System with 13 speakers, 11-channel amplifier, and 1000 watts
• Bluetooth Compatible
• USB connectivity
• Satellite Navigation
• 6.5-inch LCD screen
• AM/FM Radio
• AUX input

The Vanquish adopts styling cues from the 2nd generation Vanquish launched in 2012. The styling designed by Zagato has a sleek and aerodynamic form. The Vanquish S revives this styling, though adding a bit more in terms of aerodynamics, particularly on the front bumper and the rear. The Aerodynamic Package features a front splitter and rear diffuser made from exposed carbon fiber. These upgrades increase downforce on the front axle by rerouting drag almost entirely.

The rear has new quad exhaust outlets and “Vanquish S” pasted on the tail. The hood also features carbon-fiber louvers along with the classic ones behind the front wheels. The Forged five-spoke 20-inch alloy wheels add to the aggressive character and go with the carbon fiber styling on the exterior. The supercar for its aged dynamics is still extremely attractive and stands out even amongst its highly modern competition.

Weight management is a point where the Aston Martin still retains the top spot. Even with its luxurious and heavy interiors, the car amounts to just about 3,800 pounds, which does volumes for its handling and performance. The long wheelbase and the wide design only aid the aggressive and sporty nature of the car. The Bentley Continental GT, by comparison, is much heavier, and this shows up in its dynamics. The Bentley’s performance is largely brilliant in the straight line, while it's cumbersome on turns. The McLaren 570S is the lightest and the most aggressively styled coupes on the competition, which gives it exceeding track character.

• Optional Aerodynamic Package
• 20" 5-arm Alloy wheels
• Carbon-Fiber louvers on the hood
• The optimized front splitter and rear diffuser with exposed carbon fiber

The standard safety equipment offered in the Vanquish S is great, but it lacks the features and tech you would expect at this price tag, particularly for a grand-tourer. You get front and rear park sensors, a reverse camera, and cruise control. The car also has ABS and EBD as standard with carbon-ceramic brake discs. There is even electronic stability control and emergency brake assist included. The carbon fiber and aluminum-based frame, though aging, is still much better than what most cars of the present-day offer in its crashworthiness and rigidity. Other major safety features include-

• Anti Lock Braking System
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
• Carbon Ceramic Brake Discs
• Carbon-Fiber and Aluminium frame
• Electronic Stability Control
• Reverse Camera
• Front and Rear Parking Sensors
• Optional Cruise Control

2018 Aston Martin Vanquish S Vs. Bentley Continental GT

The Bentley offers everything from exclusivity to interior refinement as well as throttle response in a much better and updated frame as compared to the 2018 Vanquish S. the infotainment and the interiors are much more modern, while the turbocharged V-12 the Bentley offers is much more refined and efficient. OVerall unless you are looking for some naturally aspirated V-12 grunt, and pure performance, the Bentley is a much better choice.

2018 Aston Martin Vanquish S Vs. McLaren 570S

The McLaren 570S is built for the track. Though it does not offer the same quality and luxury than either teh Vanquish or the Continental GT offer, it has its own refinement and character which can't quite be matched by any of those. The McLaren is also overall quicker and more fun to drive. Considering the price tag, it is most definitely the better choice.

The 2018 Aston Martin Vanquish S is an aging model, still being offered in its last few years of life. The interiors are exceptionally plush and comforting, although they have a rather outdated design and feel. The exteriors have been redesigned to offer better character befitting the performance and are still unique and stand out on the road. The engine response has been heightened to the limits of what the 5.9L V-12 motor can do, which does give it great driving appeal and a much better response. The naturally aspirated engine with its linear feel and delectable sound is probably the only feature that still keeps the Vanquish relevant in the market. Overall we would recommend you to wait for the updated Vanquish, to be released in 2018-2019, which will use a similar platform to the DB11 and have a turbocharged uber-powerful variant of the V-12 rather than this aged land yacht.