It might seem strange that Aston Martin is launching a brand-new V12-powered model in 2024 amid tightening emissions and noise regulations, but according to the company’s product strategy boss the third-generation Vanquish is the direct result of “resurgent demand”. Speaking with media at the international media drive of the new Vanquish – which is powered by a significantly overhauled 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 that the British luxury marque labels as “all-new” and a “complete redesign” compared to the outgoing DBS Superleggera – director of product strategy manager for Aston Martin, Alex Long, said “multi-cylinder engines” are making a comeback in the ultra luxury segments.
“[The Vanquish has] an all-new engine and powertrain which is critical for us, and perhaps surprising in this modern era to reinvest and build a new V12,” said Mr Long said. “[It’s] very exciting, and a passion play for us, but actually one that’s really sensible because there is resurgent demand, even now, for very special engines, multi-cylinder engines – V12 in particular.” 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.
Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now . Other than preserving the bore and stroke of the outgoing power unit, basically everything else was changed in the carmaker’s flagship engine during the course of a five-year program, explained Aston Martin’s director of vehicle performance, Simon Newton.
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