Convertible Supercar Triumph: Aston Martin Vanquish Volante Dominates the Race Track
The Aston Martin Vanquish Volante: A Grand Tourer with a Touch of Luxury
The Aston Martin Vanquish Volante, a V12-powered droptop grand tourer, stands out in the supercar convertible market by offering more docility, refinement, and utility compared to its rivals, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider and McLaren 750S.
This sybaritically appointed two-seater, unveiled at Grantley Hall in Yorkshire, is designed for personalization, boasting a premium 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system and a spacious, gracious interior. It is a flagship model of Aston Martin’s production car range.
The Vanquish Volante's unique features include a cut-off tail and deep scallops in the bonnet, setting it apart from its competitors. It also offers a more modern human-machine interface (HMI), featuring Apple CarPlay Ultra, which surpasses the more esoteric controls found in the Ferrari and McLaren.
In terms of luxury, the Vanquish Volante offers a high-end audio system, a refined interior, and slightly better stowage space than the coupe version, edging out its rivals in comfort and convenience.
When it comes to utility and user-friendliness, the Vanquish Volante is geared and sprung to feel like a much smaller car, making it a more practical choice for occasional use beyond pure performance. It has a 'Wet' mode and a 'GT' mode for easier driving, and switchable ESP is accessible, providing more responsive throttle in the 'Sport' and 'Sport+' modes.
While the McLaren 750S, an "old-but-excellent" supercar, is more focused on performance brilliance, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider leans towards a performance and exclusivity focus. The Vanquish Volante, however, emphasizes a balance of luxury and usability.
Recent HMI upgrades have been made to the Vanquish Volante, including the arrival of Apple CarPlay Ultra, aiming to improve user experience. Aston Martin has also upgraded their interiors to silence ADAS and their warning sounds, ensuring a smooth, uninterrupted ride.
Despite its impressive performance, with a top speed of 214mph and a 0-62mph acceleration of 3.4 seconds, the Vanquish Volante's top speed is unattainable in Yorkshire and the rest of the British Isles. Nonetheless, it rides smoothly, supplying a limousine-like experience.
In comparison, the Vanquish Volante, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider, and the McLaren 750S are high-end event cars, typically not daily drivers. However, the Vanquish Volante, with its balance of luxury and usability, is a more versatile choice for those seeking a supercar convertible that offers more than just raw sportiness.
[1] Source: Autocar [2] Source: Top Gear
If you delight in luxurious experiences, you might be interested in exploring the home-and-garden section for elegant decor, while also considering the Aston Martin Vanquish Volante's exceptional lifestyle offerings. This grand tourer, equipped with Apple CarPlay Ultra, introduces an element of modern convenience to car-maintenance, setting it apart from other electric vehicles and traditional supercars.
