The 2024 Aston Martin Vantage is a real head turner. It doesn’t just trounce the outgoing version on road presence, but almost every other car on the road, too. With its perfectly balanced proportions, big 21-inch wheels and beautifully sculpted front end, the Vantage is a car to savour, to take in. But that’s not necessarily what this model is meant to be for. Yes, it’s gorgeous and comfortable, but the Vantage is supposed to be the out and out sports car in Aston’s range, leaving the comfortable tourer mantle to either the DB12 or the halo Vanquish. 

I don’t think the Vantage is quite as engaging as say a comparable Ferrari or Porsche. With its nine-way traction control and clever drive modes, there’s some impressive tech onboard, but it still felt too big and heavy to be hooned around on tight and unpredictable British roads.

You could sit and stare at the Vantage sitting on your driveway forever and never grow tired of it. It has a certain exquisiteness to it that would put even some of its top Italian rivals to shame. It’s fast and it can be great fun to play with, but if you’re after a raw and engaging driving machine, I think there are better options.

What we like

The Vantage is now brawnier and more menacing than it ever has been. It’s unbelievably fast, looks fantastic on the road and now has an interior worthy of the brand. The seats are comfortable, the leathers are plush and the infotainment is simple to navigate through. Also has a decently sized boot for a car of its class.

What we don’t like 

It’s not the most engaging of sports. The steering tune is a little numb, and so it takes real care and concentration to drive fast. While the interior is gorgeous in design, a few tacky elements can also be found.