I am looking for a 06 Vantage. I read somewhere that the 06 does not have the following:

1) heated seats
2) memory seats
3) audio controls at the wheel
4) front and rear parktronic (only rear?)
5) powerfold side mirrors
6) auto-tinted rear view mirror

Is this true? I'd like to know what changed over the years.

Also, anyone know if the remote start needs the key in the ignition, or can you have the keys in your pocket and push the start button?

 

What's New for 2007

The Vantage Coupe gets more standard equipment, including full leather trim and a revised seat design with an occupant classification airbag sensor, two-way lumbar adjustment and a power-operated easy-entry feature. (what the heck is a power-operated easy-entry feature???)

Basic amenities like dual-stage seat heaters, seat memory and an auto-dimming rearview mirror join the options list this year. Other new extras on the 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage include bespoke colors of leather upholstery, 19-inch anthracite-finish wheels, and wider and grippier Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires

Here is my attempt at updating my list. Please correct me if I am wrong:
1) heated seats (option in 2006 and 2007)
2) memory seats (NA in 2006, option in 2007)
3) audio controls at the wheel (NA in 2006 and 2007, option in 2008)
4) front and rear parktronic (only rear?) - I think standard, but only for rear.
5) powerfold side mirrors (not sure)
6) auto-tinted rear view mirror (NA in 2006, option in 2007)

 

The 08 does not have any cosmetic differences, only performance.

 

I have an '07 with the powerfold mirrors so they were an option.

 

What is power-operated easy entry? Is it just keyless entry?

 

Anything else new on 08 besides audio/volume control on the steering wheels?

 

07+ have cup holders on the console...

 

so you are saying 06 have NO cupholders?

 

dragxpipe, I am pretty sure the 09 has the new 4.7 liter with increased HP and torque, not the 08. I think from 07 to 08 only difference is standard volume/audio control on wheels...THATS IT!

 

yes, I stand corrected.

 

yes 2006-2008 have the same 4.3 liter engine. 2009 has the new 4.7 liter (380 to 420 HP). AM just announced a retro power up grade for 4.3 - I am getting the details on HP and cost. HZ@RSC has an up grade kit also for 4.3. There is very little difference in 2006/2007 to 2008 as in elbow area being just about all (where the cup holders are located). FYI dealers are really pushing 2008 models as 2009 are hitting the streets ...

 

the seats are different. not just the heating and memory option.. the 06's didn't have the opening at the top, where as the 07+ have the opening to create a sort-of separate headrest

 

That opening in the seat allows the use of latch type top tethers on child seats. There is a clip on the seat back as well.