2019 Aston Martin Vantage

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

Class
Two Seaters
Engines
4.0L 8-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
21 combined · 18 city / 25 hwy
Length
–
Curb weight
–
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
2 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 Aston Martin Vantage is a two seaters offered with a 4.0L 8-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway), 7% better than the 2019 two seaters average of 19.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 2 recall campaigns on file.

What changed for 2019

  • Engine added: 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
  • Engine dropped: 6.0L 12-cyl
  • Best combined MPG up from 14 to 21

Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 Vantage →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Vantage V84.0L 8-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive18 / 25 / 21+7%$3,900435
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $7,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
19.7 MPG2019 Two Seaters average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2019 Aston Martin Vantage.

Similar 2019 two seaterss

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2019 Aston Martin Vantage (this car)21 MPGNot rated2
2019 Ferrari 488 GTB18 MPGNot rated2
2019 Ferrari 488 Spider18 MPGNot rated2
2019 Ferrari 488 Pista17 MPGNot rated2
2019 Lamborghini Huracan15 MPGNot rated3
2019 McLaren Automotive 570S Coupe18 MPGNot rated0
2019 McLaren Automotive 720S Coupe18 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (2)

Air Bags › Critical Fasteners · Oct 2, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V604000 · 21 vehicles

Problem
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2017 DB11, 2019 DB11 V8 Volante and DBS Superleggera, 2019-2020 Vantage and 2020 Superleggera Volante vehicles. The front seat air bag fasteners may not have been tightened correctly.
Risk
Loose fasteners can cause the air bag to improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will examine and, if necessary, secure the front seat air bag fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2020. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-01-1418.
Air Bags · Nov 12, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V806000 · 17 vehicles

Problem
Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2018-2019 DB11 Coupe and Volante and 2019 Vantage and DBS Superleggera Coupe vehicles. The locking nut fasteners on the passenger air bag may not be tightened properly.
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating passenger air bag deployment, the air bag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag fasteners, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-866-278-6661. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-01-1327.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2019 Aston Martin Vantage is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2019 Aston Martin Vantage in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2019 Aston Martin Vantage buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Aston Martin Vantage. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Vantage years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Vantage18176.8 inNot rated00
2025 Vantage18176.8 inNot rated20
2023 Vantage20177.6 inNot rated00
2022 Vantage20176 inNot rated00
2021 Vantage20176 inNot rated00
2020 Vantage20–Not rated10
2017 Vantage14172.4 inNot rated00
2016 Vantage16172.4 inNot rated00
2015 Vantage16172.4 inNot rated00
2014 Vantage16172.4 inNot rated00
2013 Vantage16172.4 inNot rated00
2012 Vantage16172.4 inNot rated00

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Aston Martin. How we calculate this →