The original 2019 Vantage GT3 was adapted from the GTE model. That compromise left weaknesses in aerodynamics, suspension geometry and cooling. With the EVO, Aston Martin used the 2024 facelift as an opportunity for a complete overhaul.
This Aston now joins an already full GT3 roster in iRacing. Apart from the Lamborghini still in EVO 1 package and the Lexus GT3, we’ve got just about the complete and up-to-date GT3 field.
The car is available since the 2025 season 4 for a standard price of 11.95 USD.
The Basic Car Characteristics
The EVO adopts the road car’s larger headlights and wider central intake. Brake ducts have been extensively reworked, with the front packaging now designed for improved cooling efficiency.
The Vantage retains a front-engine layout, with the engine positioned behind the front axle and the transaxle gearbox located at the rear. Aston Martin continues with the twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre Mercedes-AMG V8, which produces up to 600 horsepower before balance of performance adjustments. The exhaust exits through the sides to keep heat away from the rear of the car.
One of the most impressive EVO updates for real racing is serviceability. The entire front end is a one-piece carbon clamshell that can be removed quickly, allowing parts to be swapped rather than repaired.
Steering and Cornering
The original Vantage GT3 suffered from understeer, which caused high wear of the front tyres. The EVO is more balanced and predictable, with less sliding mid-corner and better high-speed stability.
On track, it’s stable, planted and forgiving, with a touch of understeer from the front-engine layout. It can take kerbs aggressively, and lap times come consistently once the tyres are warmed up. It’s a solid, dependable addition to the GT3 roster.
That said, it isn’t flawless. It can feel a little floaty, especially on turn-in without trail braking. Often, you also sometimes get a touch of oversteer under braking. Compared to something like a Ferrari 296 GT3 or a McLaren 720S GT3, it’s not as agile, but still very nimble for a front-engined car.
Power Delivery and Braking
The Aston Martin drives as you would expect from a front-engined GT3. It is similar to the Mercedes AMG GT3, which is unsurprising since they share the same engine. If you enjoy the Mercedes, you’ll probably like the Aston.
It’s got enough grip to inspire confidence, while still punishing clumsy throttle inputs if you push too hard. In particular, you need to watch for wheelspin on corner exits, as it can snap into oversteer if you’re greedy with the throttle.
The sound alone makes it worth trying, and the overall driving feel is a step forward compared with some of the older GT3 models in iRacing.
Get Aston Martin GT3 Evo Setups
Whilst it is brand-new to the platform, you need not worry, as Coach Dave Academy hits the ground running with a full setup catalogue for the car. You get setups for all the popular road racing series featuring the Aston, even including special events this season. Win with Coach Dave today.
- Sports, Formula & Oval iRacing Setups
- Race Telemetry - Brake, Throttle & Racing Lines
- Corner by Corner AI Coaching To Gain Seconds
- Challenge Racers on the Delta Leaderboards
Aerodynamics and Bodywork
Looks-wise, it’s classic Aston Martin: sleek, elegant, and every bit the secret agent’s machine. The bonnet louvres are slightly different in the EVO, but the mirrors, doors and roof are carried over. The mirrors are beautifully profiled for aerodynamics – and while they’re probably not cheap to replace, they do look fantastic.
At the rear, there are new treatments around the wheel arches, which have a distinctly DTM-style look reminiscent of the 2000s. A quick-adjust rear wing has been added, allowing settings to be changed during pit stops. The diffuser remains the same, as does the rear boot.
Like all new content in iRacing, this car is likely to be strong in the meta for its first season before being balanced back into line. So expect to see a lot of people racing it over the next few months.
Where You Can Race It
GT3 cars are among the most popular in iRacing, so you get access to many regular, weekly and special events with the Aston Martin. According to the preliminary schedule, iRacing plans to split GT3 racing into regional categories since the 2025 season 4.
Here is the summary of all regular races available on iRacing for the Vantage GT3:
| Series | Licence | Cars | Schedule | Race length | Max grid |
| GT Endurance Series | C | GT3 | Weekends (3 time slots) | 3 hours | 60 teams |
| GT3 Challenge (Fixed) | B | GT3 | Every 2 hours | 20 minutes | 20 drivers |
| GT Sprint Series | B | GT3 | Every 2 hours | 40 minutes | 30 drivers |
| GT3 America / Asia / Europe | B | GT3 | Every 2 hours | 20 minutes | 20 drivers |
| IMSA Endurance Series | B | LMDh, LMP2, GT3 | Weekends (4 time slots) | 2 hours 40 minutes | 50 teams |
| Global Endurance Tour | B | LMDh, LMP2, GT3 | Weekends (3 time slots) | 24 hours | 50 teams |
| IMSA iRacing Series (Fixed) | A | LMDh, LMP2, GT3 | Every 2 hours | 35 minutes | 50 drivers |
| IMSA iRacing Series | A | LMDh, LMP2, GT3 | Every 2 hours | 45 minutes | 50 drivers |
- For dedicated competitors regularly engaging in GT3 racing, Coach Dave Academy offers a setup subscription covering all tracks featured in the current iRacing season.
- Sports, Formula & Oval iRacing Setups
- Race Telemetry - Brake, Throttle & Racing Lines
- Corner by Corner AI Coaching To Gain Seconds
- Challenge Racers on the Delta Leaderboards
Final Thoughts
The car is worth it if you’re an Aston Martin fan or if you like the feel of front-engined GT3s. You’ll get plenty of use out of it across the main GT3 series, whether endurance racing, special events or the new regular regional races.
