With 2026 marking a quarter of a century since the Vanquish’s debut, Aston Martin’s Q customisation division has crafted a limited edition to celebrate the nameplate’s silver anniversary. Appropriately, all examples will be finished in a deep silver hue – named after the Isle of Skye – and complemented by two-tone grey/silver 21-inch forged alloy wheels with a V-shaped design. The wheels are enveloped in Pirelli P Zero tyres developed specifically for the Vanquish.

Carbon fibre is visible on the front splitter, bonnet vents, side air outlets, rear diffuser and boot trim element, with stainless steel strakes providing a bright contrast. All four exhaust tips feature silver external rifling, and a commemorative Vanquish 25 badge takes pride of place on the front wings.

2026 Aston Martin Vanquish 25 Special Edition - front wing badge
2026 Aston Martin Vanquish 25 Special Edition - headrest and seat detailing

The number appears on the front headrests, with the seats gaining a unique perforation pattern and a choice of tan, black or grey leather. Customers can also select a two-seat cabin with additional storage space in the rear, or a 2+2 layout.

Black alcantara headlining comes as standard for all models, as does aluminium trim on the centre console and door trims. In a nod to the original Vanquish, the special model gains a red starter button, complete with an X-shaped knurling to match the pattern found on the seat bolsters.

2026 Aston Martin Vanquish 25 Special Edition - starter button
2026 Aston Martin Vanquish 25 Special Edition - front grille

Powering the Vanquish 25 is the familiar 5.2-litre twin-turbocharged V12 developing 824bhp and 737lb-ft (1,000Nm) of torque. The performance is sent through a carbon fibre prop shaft to an eight-speed ZF transaxle, and onwards to the rear wheels via an electronically controlled differential. 

The coupé is capable of hitting 62mph from rest in just 3.3 seconds, with the Volante only 0.1 second behind; both body styles are capable of a 214mph top speed. The Volante’s multi-layer fabric roof takes just 13 seconds to open and 16 to close, with operation possible at speeds up to 31mph.

2026 Aston Martin Vanquish 25 Special Edition - volante rear quarter
2026 Aston Martin Vanquish 25 Special Edition - coupe rear quarter

Under the skin, the Vanquish sits on an extensively revised version of Aston Martin’s bonded aluminium architecture that underpins the DB12 and Vantage. Compared to the DBS Superleggera that preceded it, the wheelbase is extended by 80mm to enhance its classic GT proportions, while lateral stiffness is improved by 75 per cent owing to new engine strut bracing, front cross members and rear suspension towers.

The Vanquish 25 will make its public debut during Monterey Car Week this August, with deliveries commencing in the final quarter of 2026. Only 50 examples will be built, with an even split between coupé and Volante body styles. We expect prices to start around £400,000.

2026 Aston Martin Vanquish 25 Special Edition - coupe and Volante side and rear view