DecodedCars2017 Aston Martin Vantage
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- 2dr Coupe RWD V8/V8 S/V12, Roadster 2dr Conv RWD V8/V8 S
- Engines
- 6.0L 12-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 18 hwy
- Length
- 172.4 in
- Curb weight
- 3,594–3,770 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 14 MPG combined, 31% below the 2017 two seaters average of 20.3 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 2017 Aston Martin Vantage is a two seaters offered with a 6.0L 12-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 172 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 102-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,594 lb (2dr Coupe RWD V8/V8 S/V12).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 18 highway), 31% worse than the 2017 two seaters average of 20.3 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2017
- Engine dropped: 4.7L 8-cyl
- Best combined MPG down from 16 to 14
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 Vantage →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Coupe RWD V8/V8 S/V12 | 172.4 in | 73.6 in | 49.6 in | 102.4 in | 61.8 / 62.6 in | 3,594 lb | |
| Roadster 2dr Conv RWD V8/V8 S | 172.4 in | 73.6 in | 49.6 in | 102.4 in | 61.8 / 62.6 in | 3,770 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 Vantage S | 6.0L 12-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 18 / 14 | -31% | $5,850 | 624 |
| V12 Vantage S | 6.0L 12-cyl | Manual 7-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 10 / 16 / 12 | -41% | $6,850 | 724 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Aston Martin Vantage.
Similar 2017 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Aston Martin Vantage (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta | 13 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2017 Lamborghini Huracan | 17 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Aston Martin Vantage.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2017 Aston Martin Vantage is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2017 Aston Martin Vantage in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2017 Aston Martin Vantage 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 2017 Aston Martin Vantage. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Vantage years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Vantage | 18 | 176.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Vantage | 18 | 176.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 Vantage | 20 | 177.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 Vantage | 20 | 176 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 Vantage | 20 | 176 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 Vantage | 20 | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 Vantage | 21 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2016 Vantage | 16 | 172.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Vantage | 16 | 172.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Vantage | 16 | 172.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Vantage | 16 | 172.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Vantage | 16 | 172.4 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 →