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2009 Aston Martin Vantage Safety Review

June 4, 2009

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

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The 2009 Aston Martin Vantage has not been tested by either the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)—and most likely never will be. Safety is not the primary concern of those purchasing this car.

However, Aston Martin doesn’t disregard safety. The Vantage comes equipped with anti-lock disc brakes with brake assist, traction and stability control, side airbags, and rear parking assist.

Visibility might be the biggest safety issue, even with front and rear parking sensors. “Its thick pillars and low-profile windows hamper visibility and tend to make occupants feel hunkered down,” says Edmunds.

Another safety-related complaint comes from Automobile Magazine: “The stability control system is slightly over eager to come into play when driving the V-8-powered Aston quickly. The DBS offers a sportier, more tolerant stability control mode and this feature would be a welcome addition to the V8 Vantage as well.”

Conclusion

Despite the lack of crash-test ratings, the 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage scores well due to its excellent safety features.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:thick pillars and low-profile windows hamper visibilityEdmundsNo dataNHTSANo dataIIHS The 2009 Aston Martin Vantage has not been tested by either the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)—and most likely never will be. Safety is not the primary concern of those purchasing this car. However, Aston Martin doesn’t disregard safety. The Vantage comes equipped with anti-lock disc brakes with brake assist, traction and stability control, side airbags, and rear parking assist. Visibility might be the biggest safety issue, even with front and rear parking sensors. “Its thick pillars and low-profile windows hamper visibility and tend to make occupants feel hunkered down,” says Edmunds. Another safety-related complaint comes from Automobile Magazine: “The stability control system is slightly over eager to come into play when driving the V-8-powered Aston quickly. The DBS offers a sportier, more tolerant stability control mode and this feature would be a welcome addition to the V8 Vantage as well.” ConclusionDespite the lack of crash-test ratings, the 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage scores well due to its excellent safety features. 2009 ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE STYLING | [9 out of 10] Road & Track: “near-perfect proportions and amazing road presence” Motor Trend: "lined up with the 911, it looks like a leopard next to an ostrich egg" Automobile Magazine: "a case of the styling department leading the show and not ...

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Other Choices:

The 2009 Aston Martin Vantage coupe and roadster havefaces competition from both sides of the globe and the pricing page. The Porsche 911 Turbo comes in Cabriolet and Carrera Coupe versions, and it has a hefty, Germanic feel that’s inspires confidence-inspiring as it scorches its way to 3-second acceleration times. The Maserati Gran Turismo S could be an Italian cousin to the Aston, with its voluptuous looks, slightly slower performance, and niche appeal. The Audi R8 is less expensive and less timeless in appeal than the Aston, perhaps, but it’s fast and nimble, and it soon will have a targa-roof model. If you’re looking for an Aston Vantage on a budget, former corporate cousins Jaguar will be happy to sell you an aluminum-bodied, paddle-shifted Jaguar XKR coupe or convertible that shares much of the sensual appeal of the Vantage

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