- Aston Martin is set to release a convertible version of the new Vanquish
- The vehicle will be powered by a twin-turbocharged V-12 engine
- Production is expected to be limited to 1,000 units annually or possibly fewer
In September, Aston Martin introduced the latest generation of its Vanquish sports car, which features a new V-12 engine delivering 824 horsepower.
This model will be available for purchase later this year as a 2025 edition, with plans for a convertible version, referred to as the Volante in Aston Martin terminology, to follow.
A prototype of the convertible has been spotted for the first time, and it is anticipated to make its debut next year, likely arriving in the U.S. as a 2026 model.
Based on spy shots of the camouflaged prototype, it appears Aston Martin will stick to a familiar design. The car will feature a soft-top roof akin to that of the previous DBS Volante, which the new Vanquish Volante will replace. Inside, there will be only two seats, unlike the DBS Volante, which had cramped rear seats suitable only for small items like grocery bags.
2026 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante spy shots – Photo via Baldauf
Interestingly, the tops of the rear fenders have been concealed with fake body panels, indicating that there may be a unique design feature yet to be revealed. This adjustment might relate to the vehicle’s aerodynamics, as the Vanquish Volante is expected to forgo the ducktail spoiler seen on the coupe.
The new Vanquish will be equipped with an advanced version of the twin-turbocharged 5.2-liter V-12 that was previously used in the DBS and DB11. In the Vanquish, this engine produces 824 horsepower, ensuring a significant performance upgrade from the DBS, which had a standard output of 715 horsepower or 759 horsepower for the DBS Ultimate special edition.
Aston Martin plans to limit production of the Vanquish coupe to 1,000 units annually, and a similar restriction is likely for the Vanquish Volante.
The Vanquish serves as the flagship model within Aston Martin’s front-engine lineup, but this year, the automaker will also introduce the mid-engine Valhalla, which will lead the lineup and incorporate plug-in hybrid technology. Notably, the Valhalla will not use a V-12 engine, opting instead for a variant of the AMG-sourced twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 found in the Vantage and DB12.
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