Historically, British marque Aston Martin has been considered a luxury brand that prides itself on individuality and traditional European class. After all, it’s the preferred vehicle of suave, sophisticated agent James Bond.
Its signature V8 Vantage coupe, introduced in 1977, was the original British supercar. Now, the 2026 Roadster joins its fixed-roof sibling with a striking new look that’s full of attitude and backed by race-ready performance.
The fun begins even before you get behind the wheel with the Roadster’s crowd-stopping appearance. Paint options include 17 shades of blacks and grays, 13 silvers and whites, five reds, 15 purples and blues, and 18 greens. There are four different colors for the Roadster top, 11 styles of 21-inch wheels in a variety of finishes, and 11 hues for the brake calipers. And that's just the exterior.
The completely redesigned interior showcases the latest style and modern technology. The standard 12-way heated seats and center can be wrapped in one of 25 vibrantly colored leathers, accented with a choice of five carbon fiber inlays. Dual 10.25-inch touchscreen displays come standard, while a Bowers & Wilkins sound system that was designed specifically for the Roadster is an optional upgrade.
The drop-top Vantage is more than just a pretty face, though. Under the hood, the Mercedes-AMG-supplied 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 produces 656 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque. All this power is routed to the rear wheels, propelling the car from 0 to 60 in about 3.4 seconds and delivering a top speed of 202 mph.
Sporty and elegant, the Roadster stands out among the performance set. It’s no wonder this glamorous two-seater remains a favorite of spies and driving enthusiasts.
MSRP: $205,600
Price as tested: $315,800
MPG: 15 city, 22 highway