TheAston MartinV12Vantage S model has been officially unveiled and is powered by an updated 6.0-litre V12 power unit that’s mated to a new seven-speed Sportshift III AMT gearbox.

The new Aston Martin V12 Vantage S replaces the outgoing V12 Vantage and is the fastest road-going model the British automaker has yet to offer, with exception of the One-77 supercar.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage S offers ‘power, beauty and soul’

The Aston Martin V12 Vantage S is equipped with the new AM28 6.0-litre V12 engine delivering 421kW of power and 620Nm of torque available at 5750 rpm. The top speed clocks in at 330km/h.

Another exciting new feature of the car is the new Sportshift lll AMT gearbox which is a hydraulically-actuated automatic transmission with paddle shifters and is 55 pounds lighter than the outgoing six-speed manual transmission. The sports car also debuts a three-stage adaptive damping system which is a first for the Vantage series. Three modes are available: Normal, Sport, and Track. The system also controls the level of power steering assistance offered.

Exterior Features

The new Aston Martin V12 Vantage S retains the same compact proportions of its predecessor, yet draws the distinction with its new front grille with a carbon fibre arrangement that includes sporty black carbon fibre or titanium silver mesh. Other styling cues include new lightweight forged alloy 10-spoke wheels adorned with a black painted roof and subtle yet distinctive exterior graphics pack.

Interior Features

On the inside, new style Sport seating features revised stitching and welt detailing with optional leather grade options: Luxmill and semi-aniline. The optional Carbon Fibre Interior package accents the door pulls with carbon fibre and for the first time, the V12 Vantage S will have the option of black pedals.

Further, the interior is fitted with an Alcantara-trimmed sports steering wheel with black airbag ring, and a 700W Aston Martin premium audio system with six-CD auto charger.

“The new V12 Vantage S is our most extreme Vantage to date – engineered to bring race car performance and technology to the open road,” said Aston Martin CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez. “It is our most powerful engine in a beautifully tailored suit. It is elegant, yet brutal, and it is at the same time easy to control. It has everything that sums up Aston Martin: power, beauty and soul!”

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