For as long as the Vanquish has been around, it has never been 100 percent Aston Martin. It has always been very Astonian, but pieces are often borrowed from elsewhere.
The first Vanquish, a 2001 model year, used various parts from Ford. The Switch, for example, was essentially borrowed from the 2005 Ford Fusion. In fact, the V-12 engine was largely developed by Ford, by which time Ford owned Aston Martin. The 2007 DBS used Volvo’s infotainment system. Next, the 2018 DBS Superleggera used Mercedes-Benz electronics.
Finally, though, This is the final defeat It doesn’t borrow anything from other automakers. This may be the first time ever, an authentic Aston Martin.
The twin-turbo V-12 is completely Aston. Although technically based on the original V-12 engine co-developed with Ford, the unit has been so comprehensively redesigned that it is completely new. As always, the chassis and dynamics are completely Aston, with its beautiful aluminum frame and double wishbone suspension on all four wheels.
This gorgeous exterior is pure Aston Martin. long. a little. duty. But that’s what seals the deal New Aston interiorwith thunk thunk switches and knobs and the original infotainment system. Aston was also one of the first automakers to adopt CarPlay Ultra, which is a mixed bag.
However, the new Vanquish is almost beyond reproach. For a car developed entirely by a small but well-financed carmaker, the Aston represents a truly global effort rather than the whim of a small automaker.
But to find out just how good it is, you’ll have to watch our latest video review – which you can see embedded above.
