The main goal of the Aston Martin Gauntlet Concept was to design a car that is technically almost identical to the existing production Aston Martins while defining a design character that respects the impressive history of the brand. This entailed combining the timeless lines of past Aston Martins with a modern interpretation of the existing styling.

This meant finding a coherent balance between the past and the future without overlapping each other to fit the taste of today’s design definitions. Too much of the past would look retro, while an overly futuristic look would be unrealistic.

The Gauntlet matches these two worlds exactly without exaggerating. The familiar Aston Martin proportions define the silhouette of the car, while the rather aggressive looking headlights give her a sinister smile that excites you as you approach the front of the car. The wide grille makes a strong impression and gives the car a unique character. As you approach the back, round and clean surfaces, combined with the inherited taillight design, complements the existing Aston Martin DNA.

Classic icons from the brand’s history – like Aston Martin DB3S, in particular – served as an inspiration for some of the proportions and surface interpretation, like the high rear and front fenders which give the car its imposing stance. Subtle double exhausts combined with the honey comb structure above the diffuser gives the car a modern impression. Small details like the side mirror and air outlets complement the sporty features, while the line and surface structures of the sides accentuate its elegance. The name “Gauntlet” refers to the way lines and surfaces overlap or complement each other, not literally but rather emotionally. This visually suggests the feel of wearing protective armour, emphasising that the car’s full power and potential are in control of the driver.
                                                                                                               - Source: Company Press Release