Skip advert
Advertisement

Aston Martin launches AMR sub-brand

First AMR models will be ultimate versions of the V8 and V12 Vantage

Aston Martin will launch a new range of cars under its newly-formed AMR banner. The name stands for Aston Martin Racing, the firm’s racing division.

The first car to wear AMR badges is the Aston Martin Vantage AMR, a limited-run model featuring numerous performance and styling upgrades. Both V8- and V12-engined cars are available; the latter is the most exclusive, accounting for just 100 of the total 300 examples to be built.

Advertisement - Article continues below

The Vantage AMR will be available as a coupe or roadster, with prices starting at £97,995 for a V8 Vantage AMR coupe.

Aston Martin’s successes in endurance motorsport have inspired the overall demeanour of the Vantage AMR, which has been developed with a focus on weight-saving and raucous performance. The V12 model produces 595bhp and is available with a seven-speed manual gearbox, while the V8 gets 430bhp and a more conventional six-speed gearbox; both are also available with Aston’s paddle-shift automated manual gearbox.

Four lairy two-tone colour schemes are available, as are a number of options from the new AMR Accessories range, including forged aluminium wheels, a titanium exhaust and a bold AMR Aero Kit, which includes carbon fibre spoilers and other aerodynamic aids. Inside, the Vantage AMR gets a high-quality makeover with extensive use of leather, Alcantara and carbon fibre. The cars’ interior colour schemes are matched to the exterior design.

The AMR ‘Halo Pack’ is inspired by Aston Martin Racing’s 2016 World Endurance Championship-winning Vantage GTE, featuring green paintwork with lime green accents. A Union Jack-enameled badge is a no-cost option.

Aston Martin boss Dr Andy Palmer said: “As our most agile and athletic road car, and our long-time representative in the world of GT racing, [the Vantage] is the perfect model with which to introduce the exciting AMR range. Unmistakable in look and feel, the Vantage AMR will appeal to our most enthusiastic customers.”

Other AMR models are likely to appear in due course, including versions of the DB11 and Vanquish models.

Skip advert
Advertisement
Skip advert
Advertisement

Most Popular

Jaguar Type 00 concept revealed: a bold electric future for the British brand
Jaguar Type 00
News
3 Dec 2024

Jaguar Type 00 concept revealed: a bold electric future for the British brand

Skoda Elroq review – a great-value compact electric SUV
Skoda Elroq
In-depth reviews
9 Dec 2024

Skoda Elroq review – a great-value compact electric SUV

Best new car deals 2024: this week’s top car offers
Carbuyer best new car deals hero
Deals
6 Dec 2024

Best new car deals 2024: this week’s top car offers

Tips & advice

View All
Car dashboard warning lights: what does each symbol mean?
Car dashboard symbols and meanings
Tips and advice
21 Oct 2024

Car dashboard warning lights: what does each symbol mean?

Electric car charging stations: public networks, charger types, apps and maps
Charging station
Tips and advice
23 Jul 2024

Electric car charging stations: public networks, charger types, apps and maps

PCP vs HP – which type of car finance is right for you?
PCP vs HP
Tips and advice
17 May 2022

PCP vs HP – which type of car finance is right for you?

Average speed cameras: how do they work?
Average speed cameras: how do they work?
Tips and advice
21 Mar 2024

Average speed cameras: how do they work?

Best cars

View All
Top 10 best car interiors
Peugeot 208 hatchback
Best cars
25 Jun 2021

Top 10 best car interiors

Top 10 best electric cars 2024
Best electric cars
Best cars
16 May 2024

Top 10 best electric cars 2024

Top 10 best cheap-to-run cars 2024
The best cheap-to-run cars 2023
Best cars
2 Jan 2024

Top 10 best cheap-to-run cars 2024

The UK's top 10 fastest hot hatchbacks 2024
Fastest hot hatchbacks hero
Best cars
2 Jan 2024

The UK's top 10 fastest hot hatchbacks 2024