Is it a deal breaker in 2025 that the 2018 Vantage has a less than state of the art infotainment system?

It’s outdated, but not a deal breaker. The driving experience is the Vantage, not the tech. Buy a Tesla if you want cutting edge infotainment.

I can say as an owner, it is the worst part of the car. It is so ancient compared to modern systems. While there are aftermarket upgrades, they are expensive and can effect resale value.

I personally don't mind the older system. It is simple and does the thing without too many distractions. Also, if needed, you can use your phone for navigation and music.

(It’s) really pretty bad by 2025 standards, but (there is) workaround. Most of the issues were solved by installing an aftermarket CarPlay module. It's far from perfect, but it adds significant livability to the car on a day to day basis.

The infotainment is certainly starting to show its age, but I would say it’s part of the car’s character. It drags us back to reality that's a little more analog, and we're in a digital world with an analog car. Embrace it!

It's a major weak point. With a car this expensive it really is hard to swallow an infotainment system that feels like its from another era. It isn't bad enough to ruin the car but it's frustrating nonetheless.

It is at the discretion of how you use the car. The outdated tech is no big deal if it’s a weekend toy. However, if you spend the day driving it the absence of modern ground features can really get on your nerves in no time.

Not amazing, but not a deal breaker by any means. The Vantage is more about the visceral driving experience, not real estate on the touchscreen. Basically, concentrate on the important stuff, the thing that sets it in motion, the thing that makes you feel that way.

The infotainment was almost a deal breaker for me as someone that cross shopped newer cars. However, the driving experience makes up for this. That being said, just be prepared to use your phone for most modern features.

The simpler system is what I prefer. Infotainment can be annoyingly complicated and distracting. With the Vantage, you can focus on driving, which is the point of a sports car.