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2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Review
007 would be pleased.
2006 V8 Vantage Review Summary & Specifications
The 2006 V8 Vantage is a spectacular performer, but it's also well balanced in broad terms, and a driver's appreciation for its balance is likely to increase as the miles accumulate. The V8 Vantage separates itself from the Aston Martins of yore, and largely backs up the company's marketing pitch, because it could very well serve as daily transportation. It's easy to get in and out of, easy to see out of and easy to drive around town. It has more room to carry stuff than most sports cars, and it's not finicky.J.P. Vettraino filed this NewCarTestDrive.com report from Wales.
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| Vehicle Category | Sports Cars |
| Editor | J.P. Vettraino |
| Model Lineup | Aston Martin V8 Vantage ($110,000) |
| Engines (standard) | 4.3-liter dohc 32-valve V8 |
| Engines (optional) | 380-hp 4.3-liter V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed manual |
| Transmissions (optional) | 6-speed manual |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | front and side-impact airbags, extruded aluminum door beams, ABS with electronic brake force distribution and emergency brake assist, electronic stability control (ESP) |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | none |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/unlimited miles |
| Assembled In | Gaydon, England |
| Manufacturer Phone | |
| Manufacturer URL | www.astonmartin.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 110000 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Aston Martin V8 Vantage ($110,000) |
| Standard Equipment | leather interior with Alcantara headliner and aluminum trim, 10-way power adjustable seats, automatic climate control, AM/FM stereo with six-cd changer, trip computer, halogen projector headlights, LED taillights, alarm and immobilizer, seven-spoke 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | satellite navigation system ($2,655); full leather duotone interior ($1,900) 19-inch alloy wheels ($1,595); premium audio system ($1,595); high-intensity discharge headlights ($795); cruise control ($450); heated front seats ($450) |
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| Price as Tested | 119440 |
| Layout | rear-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 380 @ 7300 |
| Torque | 302 @ 5000 |
| Fuel Economy | 14/22 |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 |
| Length/Width/Height | 172.5/73.5/749.4 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 36.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 2 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.8/59.9/39.9 |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Trunk Volume | 10.6 |
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| Front Suspension | independent, double wishbone, coil springs over monotube shock absorbers |
| Rear Suspension | independent, double wishbone, coil springs over monotube shock absorbers |
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| Curb Weight | 3461 |
| Stock Tires | 235/40ZR19 front, 275/35ZR19 rear; Bridgestone Pontenza |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with four-wheel ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.2 |
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2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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