When compared to the DB12, the Vanquish is 2.4 inches wider, 6.5 inches longer, and slightly lower. However, the wheelbase is also 3 inches longer. The cabin is generous for two occupants, but while the old Vanquish could be equipped as a pseudo +2, the new Vanquish has no such option. It is best to choose a snug luggage set that fits behind the front seat or buy a snug backpack.
Just to be clear, the small handbag between the braces can only fit a few pairs of pants and a wallet. The real one still has a sizeable but not huge boot.
Other than that, there’s the now familiar Aston interior, which is much more advanced than the old equipment. Some functions, buttons and rotary dials have appropriate heavy metal rollers and are knurled. Yes, there is a touchscreen, but you don’t need to use it much. Some of the displays use small fonts, but they all look very nice and strike a nice balance between technology and intuitive touch.
It will run a little slower. It may take longer to boot at startup than some systems. However, once you warm up, you’ll be fine.
As before, the material quality is excellent, with the addition of visible fixings and screws to make it even more sturdy, and the sports seats or carbon shell performance seats (probably defeating the point of the GT bit) Choose from a wide range of options from Aston’s bespoke products. “Q Department”.
The roof can be full-width glass with UV protection or carbon, but we recommend choosing the solar option. This glass, with good-looking but short side windows, is very useful in cases of very dark cabins. Then comes the very powerful Bowers & Wilkins stereo. This is best for inappropriate drum and bass. Reportedly.
