DecodedCars2005 Aston Martin Vanquish
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Coupe RWD /S
- Engines
- 5.9L 12-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 12 combined · 10 city / 16 hwy
- Length
- 183.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,046 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 12 MPG combined, 37% below the 2005 minicompact car average of 18.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is a minicompact car offered with a 5.9L 12-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 184 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,046 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 12 MPG combined (10 city / 16 highway), 37% worse than the 2005 minicompact car average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $6,850 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Coupe RWD /S | 183.9 in | 75.6 in | 52 in | 105.9 in | – | 4,046 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V12 Vanquish S | 5.9L 12-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 10 / 16 / 12 | -37% | $6,850 | 741 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (this car) | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 13 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago | 11 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Vanquish years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Vanquish | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Vanquish | 16 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Vanquish | 16 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Vanquish | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Vanquish | 16 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Vanquish | 16 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Vanquish | 16 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 Vanquish | 16 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Vanquish | 15 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 Vanquish | 12 | 183.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Aston Martin. How we calculate this →