New Aston Martin Vantage Roadster V8 2dr Auto Review
Category: Sports car
Section: Version review
The Aston Martin Vantage Roadster trades a little of the coupé’s agility and comfort for a more visceral driving experience. It’s very fast, very comfortable and fabulous to drive, irrespective of whether the roof is up or down. A Porsche 911 Cabriolet will likely be slightly more capable but can’t match the Roadster’s theatrics.
The trim
See full equipmentThere’s only one trim level and it wants for little. Highlights include an 11-speaker, 390W audio system, a 10.3in touchscreen, heated leather sports seats, dual-zone climate control, 21in alloy wheels, matrix LED headlights and keyless ignition.
The engine
See full engine specsThe Roadster's twin-turbo, 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine sounds like rolling thunder and is mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Accelerating from 0-60mph takes just 3.5 seconds and the top speed is 202mph.
