Which cars can 007 fans expect to see when James Bond returns in No Time To Die? The twenty-fifth official Bond adventure to hit the big screen, No Time To Die marks Daniel Craig's final stint in the role after 14 years of service to Queen and country. Of course, Daniel Craig's 007 retirement would've already begun were it not for the coronavirus pandemic closing the entertainment industry for a period of months. No Time To Die was one of the first major movie releases to be pushed back, sliding from its original April slot back to November 2020.
Because No Time To Die's marketing blitz was already well under way, Bond fans are privy to some key details regarding the upcoming movie's plot and characters. Daniel Craig's final mission will pit him against Rami Malek's Safin - a villain some are theorizing could be a modern Dr. No. A reunion with Spectre's Blofeld will connect to a dark secret held by Bond's current lover, Madeleine Swann, and 007 will be forced out of retirement to work alongside Lashana Lynch's Nomi, a young up-and-coming 00 agent to Bond's faded veteran.
Of course, top-range vehicles and stylish sports cars are a vital component of any self-respecting James Bond movie and No Time To Die is already confirmed to have quite the enviable selection of cars on offer. Here are all the cars that are set to appear in No Time To Die.
Aston Martin DB5
Where else to begin but with No Time To Die's Aston Martins and the classic DB5 that has been a staple of the James Bond franchise ever since its debut in 1964's Goldfinger. This is the car most would picture when imagining James Bond behind a wheel, and Daniel Craig's 007 came into possession of one during Casino Royale as part of his gambling winnings. The DB5 later resurfaced in Skyfall when Bond and M needed a retro ride to Scotland, and the car is front and center of the No Time To Die trailer. Bond is seen ripping through a quaint European town in the classic Aston, with Madeleine Swann in the passenger seat and a convoy of enemies following close behind. The DB5 looks like it'll take quite a beating in No Time To Die, but luckily those headlamp miniguns are still operational.
Timothy Dalton's Aston Martin V8
The No Time To Die trailer includes a brief glimpse of Bond whipping a sheet off what appears to be the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, as driven by Timothy Dalton in The Living Daylights. The Aston Martin website actually only lists the V8 Saloon, similar to the Dalton-era model in many aspects. Nevertheless, the number plates are the same, implying that the Craig's V8 is intended to be the car from Dalton's era. During the course of No Time To Die, Bond might have to delve into his magic garage of classic Astons and pull out the new vehicle to replace his beaten DB5, which sadly might not make it to the end credits in one piece.
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera
Moving from the past into the present, it's only appropriate that No Time To Die's Nomi drives something more modern - namely, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera. Highlighting Nomi as the future of Britain's secret service, the Superleggera will no doubt attract attention when fans get to see the car in action, rather than just the trailer's brief shot of Nomi pulling up alongside Bond looking effortlessly cool. Touted as the leading light of Aston Martin's current range, the Superleggera could be the breakout star (in terms of automobiles, at least) in No Time To Die. But will Bond himself actually have the privilege of driving it?
Aston Martin Valhalla
The beautiful Superleggera won't be the only modern Aston Martin in the upcoming James Bond film, with the Valhalla set to make a "cameo" appearance. A more futuristic-looking beast developed in conjunction with Red Bull Racing, the Valhalla actually isn't scheduled to begin production until 2021, and will be limited to only a few hundred models. Featuring revolutionary design and a mid-engine, twin-turbocharged V6, the Valhalla may well become a regular ride for future Bond actors. As for the car's role in No Time To Die, little is currently known. Aston Martin are probably just looking to highlight their latest project.
Land Rover Defender
Another new vehicle already announced to appear in No Time To Die is the latest Land Rover Defender model but, like the Valhalla, the context of this car's role remains under wraps. According to No Time To Die's stunt coordinator Lee Morrison (via GQ), the Defender will be involved in an elaborate and ambitious chase sequence in Norway, but the character driving it remains a mystery for now. Additionally, a suitably cinematic tie-in commercial has been released highlighting Land Rover's new Defender in action to the iconic Bond theme music. Previous Defender models have appeared in Skyfall and Spectre.
Jaguar XF
Since Jaguar and Land Rover merged in 2013, it's no surprise to see both car manufacturers represented in No Time To Die. During the trailer's opening chase through Italy, Bond and Swann in the DB5 are being pursued by a range of vehicles including the Jaguar XF, which seems to be the car of choice for professional guns for hire. Indeed, Jaguar's X-series has long been positioned as the antithesis of Bond's Aston Martin; these vehicles have been driven by villains such as Dominic Greene, Le Chiffre and Mr. Hinx. Also driven by the bad guys in this scene are a Maserati Quattroporte, a Lancia Thesis and a few Fiats, adding to the Italian flavor of the setting.
Range Rover Sport & Classic
Another favorite of henchmen and goons within the world of James Bond, Range Rover made its debut in 1983's Octopussy, but it wasn't until the Daniel Craig era that the Range Rover Sport came to prominence. The franchise generally turns to this car when something a bit meatier than the standard Astons and Jags is required. The Sport can be seen in Casino Royale with Bond at the wheel, and made minor appearances in both Quantum of Solace and Spectre. In No Time To Die, a Ranger Roger Sport can be seen flipping in mid-air during a particularly intense car chase. A Range Rover Classic, which also has notable Bond history, crashes into the DB5 during the climax of No Time To Die's Italy chase.
Toyota Land Cruiser
While that aforementioned Ranger Rover Sport is careering through the air, spare a thought for the Toyota Land Cruiser speeding beneath it. During this particular chase scene, Bond appears to be driving the Land Cruiser himself - a somewhat less glamorous choice of vehicle for a man with such a specific drinks order. If you couldn't already tell by the color, this vehicle comes skidding straight from the 1990s, and given that the Prado model might not be James Bond's preferred means of escaping a helicopter, this car is almost certainly a vehicle 007 acquires over the course of his mission, rather than selects from MI6's garage of his own personal collection..
The London Cab (Electric Version)
Because how else can Hollywood tell the audience a scene is set in London?
