2025 Aston Martin Vantage vs 2025 BMW M5

$191,000 · Coupe

$119,500 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Aston Martin Vantage explodes onto the scene, an exquisitely sculpted two-seater with 656 hp and the raw allure of British motorsport pedigree. In stark contrast, the 2025 BMW M5 brings staggering plug-in hybrid muscle, boasting an earth-shaking 717 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, making it a four-door missile. The Vantage, priced at $191,000, embraces pure RWD focus, optimizing its compact 176.9-inch frame for razor-sharp handling, while achieving a respectable 18 MPG combined. Meanwhile, the M5 undercuts the Aston significantly at $119,500, yet delivers more power and the sophisticated grip of its AWD system, netting a lower 14 MPG combined despite having 27 miles of electric range. This contest pits V8-powered intimacy against PHEV brute force in a dynamic showdown between ultimate sports car design and hyper-sedan versatility.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW M5

The BMW M5 wins due to its superior cargo capacity of 16.5 cu ft and usable electric range, making daily driving duties more practical.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 BMW M5

The BMW M5 is inherently more practical as a sedan, offering significantly more cabin space and nearly double the cargo capacity at 16.5 cu ft versus 8.3 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Aston Martin Vantage

The Aston Martin Vantage offers a purer driving engagement with its dedicated RWD layout and lower, more focused coupe dimensions.

💰 Best Value

2025 BMW M5

The BMW M5 provides 717 hp for $119,500, offering 61 more horsepower than Car 1 for a massive $71,500 savings.

Choose the Aston Martin Vantage if...

You prioritize the classic, focused feel of a rear-wheel-drive coupe over all-weather grip.
Your budget strictly allocates for the emotional, boutique experience that comes with the $191,000 Aston Martin badge.
You value a slightly better combined fuel economy rating of 18 MPG for your occasional spirited drives.

Choose the BMW M5 if...

You need the massive torque advantage of 738 lb-ft and 717 horsepower delivered via an all-wheel-drive system.
Practicality matters, as the M5 offers 16.5 cu ft of cargo space, substantially more than the Vantage's 8.3 cu ft.
You want to leverage the plug-in hybrid aspect to cover up to 27 miles solely on electric power during low-speed city driving.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Aston Martin Vantage	BMW M5
Length	176.9"	200.6"
Width	76.8"	77.6"
Height	50.2"	59.4"
Wheelbase	106.5"	118.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Rear Head Airbags	—	✓
LATCH System	—	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Headrests	—	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	4.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	656 hp @ 6000 rpm	717 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	590 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	738 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	32	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/22 MPG	12/17 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	18 MPG	14 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	309.0/453.2 mi.	190.8/270.3 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	20.6 gal.	15.9 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	45/57 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	50 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	27 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	59
Charging Time (240V)	—	4.0 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Rear Cupholders	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Infotainment Display	10.25 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	390W	655W
Speaker System	11	18
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bowers & Wilkins
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	12 months

Power Feature

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
One-Touch Power Windows	—	4
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Fixed Glass Extended
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Cooling	✓	—
Passenger Seat Cooling	✓	—
Front Head Room	—	39.0 in.
Front Leg Room	—	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	—	59.2 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Rear Head Room	—	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	—	36.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	—	56.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	21 x 11.5 in.	21 x 11.0 in.
Tire Type	Performance	Performance
Tire Size	325/30R21	295/35R21

Suspension

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	—

Warranty

Feature	Aston Martin	BMW
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	10 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
EV Battery Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Aston Martin Vantage and 2025 BMW M5.

How much more powerful is the BMW M5 compared to the Aston Martin Vantage?

The 2025 BMW M5 possesses a noticeable power advantage, generating 717 horsepower, which is 61 more horsepower than the Aston Martin Vantage's 656 hp rating. Both require premium unleaded fuel to achieve these output figures.

Is the $71,500 price difference between these two vehicles justified by the performance specs?

While the Aston Martin Vantage is the more expensive option at $191,000, the BMW M5 offers superior raw performance (717 hp vs 656 hp) for the lower $119,500 price point. Value clearly favors the M5 if brute force is the metric.

Which car is better suited for commuting based on efficiency and range?

The BMW M5 edges out the Vantage for commuting due to its plug-in hybrid capabilities, offering 27 miles of electric range. Although its overall combined MPG is lower at 14, the M5's extra 8.2 cu ft of cargo space also aids daily usability.

Does the M5's AWD system significantly alter its driving dynamics compared to the Vantage's RWD?

Yes, the M5 utilizes all-wheel drive for superior launch grip and power management, whereas the Vantage sticks to a pure rear-wheel-drive setup focused on traditional sports car feedback. The M5's larger size (200.6 inches long) also contributes to a different dynamic feel.

How much usable space is sacrificed by choosing the Aston Martin Vantage over the M5 sedan?

The Aston Martin Vantage sacrifices substantial utility, offering only 8.3 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the M5 sedan's spacious 16.5 cu ft. This near doubling of trunk space makes the M5 much more accommodating for luggage.