Aston Martin Vanquish launched in Malaysia; check full details

KUALA LUMPUR:  Aston Martin Kuala Lumpur officially introduced the all-new Vanquish in Malaysia earlier this morning. Global revealed in September that this latest grand tourer is the fastest series-production Aston Martin ever, setting a new benchmark for supercar performance.

Let’s know the Aston Martin Vanquish in detail, starting with the price - 

Aston Martin Vanquish: Full details 

Price and warranty 

The Aston Martin Vanquish price begins from RM 5 million (before options and customisations) in Malaysia. Included in the price is a three-year factory warranty as standard; however, the customer can extend the coverage for up to 20 years.

Engine and performance

Under the skin, the Vanquish is equipped with the brand’s legendary V12 engine i.e. 5.2-litre V12 twin-turbo. The said mill kicks out a whopping power of 835 PS and a peak torque of 1,000 Nm. 

Sending power to the rear wheels is a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission paired with an electronic rear limited-slip differential. It allows the supercar to run from zero to 100 kmph in 3.2 seconds and hit a top speed of 345 kmph.

These jaw-dropping numbers make the Vanquish the most powerful and quickest Aston Martin ever produced in the brand's 111-year legacy.

Suspension

The Vanquish chassis uses a bonded aluminium body and a double-wishbone front and multilink rear suspension system. These come mated with Bilstein DTX dampers, a thicker undertray, and upgraded anti-roll bars. The vehicle has the longest-in-class wheelbase ensuring superior comfort and high-speed stability. 

Brakes and tyres

The vehicle comes fitted with standard carbon ceramic brakes featuring 410 mm front and 360mm discs, which cut 27 kg of unsprung mass and resist fading up to 800°C. It rolls on 21-inch forged wheels shod with Bespoke Pirelli P Zero Tyres, developed in collaboration with Pirelli. The tyres offer exceptional lateral grip and incorporate acoustic foam for significant noise and vibration reduction.

Exterior

The new Aston Martin supercar looks sleek and futuristic with an aerodynamic silhouette defined by flowing lines. The body is crafted entirely from carbon fibre, making it lighter as well as stronger. 

Key exterior highlights include - 

• A stylish and functional front grille, designed with a unique tidal wave concave shape, feeding the V12 engine.
• A wide front bumper with an integrated splitter
• Sleek LED headlamps
• Seven unique light blades on the rear, mirroring the front grille 
• Thermo Louvres on the body for cooling the V12 engine
• Quad exhausts with square-circular edges and a customisable Shield in the Kamm tail.
• Panoramic glass roof integrated with a smooth rear screen.
• Bold rear diffuser with central and outer blades for enhanced airflow 

Interior

Inside, the Vanquish is packed with premium materials and cutting-edge technology. It features a two-seat layout with hand-stitched leather upholstery.

Key interior highlights include

• 10.25-inch Pure Black infotainment unit with 3D mapping, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wired Android Auto connectivity
• 10.25-inch instrument cluster
• Hand-stitched leather upholstery,
• Unique centre console design with analogue rotary dials and switches
• Sport Plus Seats
• 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system 
• Customizable engine sound via drive modes or a dedicated exhaust button

Safety 

The Vanquish boasts a comprehensive suite of advanced driver assistance systems. These include forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic high beam, traffic sign recognition, blind spot monitoring, and a 360-degree 3D surround camera view.

Summing up

The Aston Martin Vanquish unfolds a new chapter of British automotive luxury. It sets new standards of performance, style, and luxury for a new generation of enthusiasts.

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