2015 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Roadster is one of the most powerful and fastest cabriolets on the market. The company plans to enter the vehicle on the market worldwide later this year. This model is set to deliver great sporting agility highlighted by an enviable sports ‘soundtrack’. The latter of course is generated by its naturally aspirated V12 engine and the tuned sports exhaust system. All in all V12 Vantage S Roadster is the mechanical embodiment of Aston Martin’s exceptional spirit – beautiful, potent and dynamic.
To go into details, under the hood of the new cabrio sleeps the 565 hp (415 kW) AM28 6.0-litre V12 engine. It features Bosch engine management and is capable of accelerating the car from 0 to 60 mph in only 3.9 seconds. The top speed is electronically limited up to 201 mph.
Furthermore, the peak torque is rated at 619 Nm (457 lb-ft) and it is available at 5,750 rpm. The low rev torque is measured at just 1,000 rpm and peaks at a 509 Nm (376 lb-ft).
Just like its coupe sibling, the roadster includes race car technology, which runs right through its DNA. Two examples of this track technology are the CNC machined combustion chambers and hollow cam shafts. Another instance is the Sportshift III ASM auto-shift manual transmission that is engineered to use the full potential of the V12.
In addition, the utilization of the three-stage adaptive damping, contributes to more precision in driving dynamics. There are three modes: ‘Normal’, ‘Sport’ and ‘Track’ that provide versatility in performance. This system also manages the level of power steering assistance.
The braking performance is ensured by carbon ceramic discs, while the new exhaust system is derived from the exclusive One-77 hypercar. Next, the ZF Servotronic power assisted steering offers a quick 15:1 ratio. It is linked to the adaptive damping button and also offers two-mode steering assistance.
In terms of exterior the new roadster has the emblematic grille, which is made of carbon fibre arrangement with sporty black or titanium silver mesh. It was created to optimize the airflow to the V12. Other distinguishing features include the lightweight forged alloy ten-spoke wheels.
The interior of the car features seat trim and door trims with Sport and carbon fibre lightweight seat options. As an option, Aston Martin is offering the Interior Carbon Pack. It adds the material to car’s fascia and door pulls, and includes black pedals.
On the other hand, the company is also introducing for the V12 Vantage S Roadster, the Q by Aston Martin Collection. It comprises of bespoke features such as a wide range of bold exterior and interior colors, body colored carbon bonnet louvers, red tint or satin finish to the carbon fibre elements on the exterior and interior, a full carbon fibre centre console, black anodised and machined rotary controls and a steering wheel with a leather on-centre stripe in the chosen color.
2015 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Roadster Technical Specification:
| Body | Two-seat, two-door soft-cover convertible top bodystyle
Extruded bonded aluminium VH body structure Aluminium, magnesium alloy, composite and steel body Extruded aluminium door side-impact beams Halogen projector headlamps (main beam) High Intensity Discharge headlamps (dipped beam) LED rear lamps Clear rear lamps Carbon fibre front splitter and rear diffuser Black headlamp bezels |
| Engine | All-alloy, quad overhead camshaft, 48-valve, 5935 cc V12
Front mid-mounted engine, rear-wheel drive Fully catalysed, stainless steel exhaust system with active bypass valves Compression ratio 11.1:1 Max power 421 kW (573 PS/565 bhp) at 6750 rpm Max torque 620 Nm (457 lb ft) at 5750 rpm Acceleration Roadster 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds Maximum speed Roadster 323 km/h (201 mph) |
| Transmission | Rear mid-mounted, seven-speed ‘Sportshift III’ automated manual transmission
Alloy torque tube with carbon fibre propeller shaft Limited-slip differential Final-drive ratio 3.727:1 |
| Steering | Rack and pinion, speed-sensitive Servotronic power-assisted steering, 2.5 turns lock-to-lock
Column tilt and reach adjustment Steering rack with 15:1 ratio |
| Wheels & Tyres | 19” 10-spoke forged alloy Graphite painted wheels with diamond-turned finish
Front: 9 x 19” Pirelli P Zero Corsa 255/35 ZR19 Rear: 11 x 19” Pirelli P Zero Corsa 295/30 ZR19 |
| Suspension | Front: Independent double wishbones incorporating anti-dive geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar and monotube adaptive dampers
Rear: Independent double wishbones with anti-squat and anti-lift geometry, dual-rate coil springs and monotube adaptive dampers Three-stage Adaptive Damping System (ADS) with Normal, Sport and Track modes |
| Brakes | Front: Ventilated Carbon Ceramic Matrix discs, 398 mm diameter with six-piston monobloc calipers
Rear: Ventilated Carbon Ceramic Matrix discs, 360 mm diameter with four-piston monobloc calipers Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Track mode Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Track mode Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) Traction Control (TC) Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) Positive Torque Control (PTC) Hill Start Assist (HSA) |
| Standard Specification | Full-grain leather interior
Piano Black fascia trim, centre stack and door grabs Leather-trimmed sports steering wheel with Black airbag ring Electrically adjustable sports seats with side airbags Memory seats and exterior mirrors (three positions) Dual-stage driver/passenger front airbags Carbon fibre front grille Titanium front grille and side strake meshes Powerfold exterior heated mirrors Heated rear screen Automatic temperature control Organic Electroluminescent (OEL) displays Trip computer Cruise control Bluetooth® telephone preparation with audio streaming capability Satellite navigation Auto-dimming interior rear-view mirror Garage door opener Rear parking sensors Reverse parking assist camera (USA and Canada only) Tyre pressure monitoring Alarm (with volumetric and tilt sensor) and immobiliser Remote control central door locking and boot release Glass ECU Glass switches Aston Martin Tracking by Cobra LED map reading lights |
| In-Car Entertainment | 160 W Aston Martin audio system with six-CD autochanger
Integrated Apple iPod® connector USB connector with Waveform Audio Format (WAF), Windows Media Player (WMA) and MPEG (MP3) audio file compatibility |
| Exterior Detailing Options | 10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels – Silver painted – Satin Black painted
10-spoke forged alloy wheels – Liquid Silver painted – Gloss Black painted with a diamond-turned finish Alternative Brake Caliper finish: Grey, Red or Yellow Pirelli P Zero Tyres Black or Silver Graphics Pack – individual body panels or combinations of: front grille ‘lipstick’, rear tailgate panel and lamp infills, Exterior Carbon Pack comprising mirror caps, side strakes and rear lamp infills Carbon fibre side strakes Painted carbon fibre front grille Black front grille and side strake meshes Black side window trim surround Black textured tailpipe finisher Silver headlamp bezels ‘V12’ front wing badging Delete model badging Delete protective tape |
| Interior Detailing Options | Carbon fibre fascia trim
Carbon Interior Pack comprising fascia trim and door grabs Carbon fibre paddleshifts Aston Martin Wings headrest embroidery Black pedal pads and footrest Black anodised speaker grilles (only available with Bang & Olufsen audio system) Personalised sill plaques |
| Comfort and Convenience Options | Front parking sensors
Reverse parking assist camera Lightweight seats with six-way electrical adjustment Heated seats Passenger seat with ISOFIX (fixed height) Garage door opener Second glass ECU Aston Martin Tracking by Cobra First aid kit Ashtray and cigar lighter Boot-mounted umbrella Leather ECU pouch |
| In-Car Entertainment Options | 700 W Aston Martin Premium Audio System with Dolby® Pro Logic II®
1000 W Bang & Olufsen BeoSound audio system with ICEpower® technology Satellite radio |
| Dimensions | Length 4385 mm (172.6”)
Width 1865 mm (73.4”) excluding mirrors Width 2022 mm (79.6”) including mirrors Height Roadster 1260 mm (49.2”) Wheelbase 2600 mm (102.4”) Front track 1570 mm (61.8”) Rear track 1575 mm (62.0”) Turning circle 11.8 m (38.7 ft) (kerb to kerb) Boot capacity 144 litres (5.1 cu ft) Fuel capacity 80 litres (17.6 UK gal/21.1 US gal) Kerb weight Roadster 1745 kg (3847 lb) |
| Fuel consumption litres/100 km (mpg) | Urban 22.5 (12.6)
Extra-urban 10.2 (27.7) Combined 14.7 (19.2) |
| Gas mileage and CO2 emissions | City 12 mpg
Highway 18 mpg Combined 14 mpg 343 g/km |
Source: Aston Martin
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