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Aston Martin Vantage S: A Sharper Edge for 2026

Aston Martin has revealed the 2026 Vantage S, a subtly upgraded version of its already highly regarded sports car. It's part of a broader wave of "S" variants across the current Aston lineup, following the DBX S and DB12 S.What's New: More Power, Sharper ThrottleThe Vantage S gets a 15-horsepower bump over the standard Vantage, bringing total output to 671 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque from its twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8. While a two-percent power increase is modest on paper, the more meaningful change is a new throttle calibration that Aston Martin says is more linear than before, helping drivers better manage the car's substantial power output.Performance NumbersThe Vantage S is capable of 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 202 mph, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. Curb weight comes in at 3,847 lbs.Suspension TweaksBeyond the power bump, the Vantage S receives suspension refinements aimed at sharpening handling further - continuing a pattern Aston Martin has applied across its recent "S" variant lineup, where the changes are less about raw numbers and more about refining an already well-sorted platform.PricingThe 2026 Vantage S starts at $199,500, with a well-optioned as-tested example reaching $248,400 - positioning it as a genuine rival to the Porsche 911 Turbo S, McLaren Artura, and Bentley Continental GT in the current supercar landscape.Where It Sits CompetitivelyThe Vantage continues to be closely benchmarked against the Porsche 911, Ferrari Roma successor (Amalfi), Chevrolet Corvette, Lexus LC, Lotus Emira, Mercedes-AMG GT, and Bentley Continental - reflecting just how broad and competitive the current front-engine/mid-engine grand touring sports car segment has become.Looking AheadWith the Vantage S now on sale and Aston Martin continuing to roll out "S" updates across its lineup, the brand appears committed to a steady cadence of mid-cycle refinements rather than infrequent, larger redesigns - a strategy that keeps its cars feeling current without the cost of a full model change.