Engineering:Aston Martin DB12

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Short description: Grand tourer produced by Aston Martin

Aston Martin DB12
Overview
ManufacturerAston Martin
Production2023–present
Model years2024–present
AssemblyUnited Kingdom: Gaydon, Warwickshire
DesignerMarek Reichman (head of design)
Body and chassis
ClassGrand tourer (S)
Body style
LayoutFront mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive
DoorsSwan
RelatedAston Martin Vantage
Aston Martin Vanquish
Powertrain
Engine4.0 L M177 twin-turbo V8
Transmission8-speed ZF 8HP75 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,805 mm (110.4 in)
Length4,725 mm (186.0 in)
Width1,980 mm (78.0 in)
Height1,295 mm (51.0 in)
uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight1,685 kg (3,715 lb) (Coupé)[1]
1,796 kg (3,960 lb) (Volante)[2]
Chronology
PredecessorAston Martin DB11

The Aston Martin DB12 is a grand touring car produced by the British car manufacturer Aston Martin. The car was unveiled in May 2023 as a replacement for the DB11.

History

The DB12 was presented on 24 May 2023[3][4] at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival.[5] The DB12 is also the first Aston Martin vehicle to wear the brand's new logo.[6][7]

Design

The DB12 is a major technological restyling of the DB11 with touches of the DBS.[8] Compared to that, the DB12 has a larger radiator grille, wider track widths and new LED headlights.[9] It also features a redesigned interior and an all-new infotainment system, which can support Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.[10]

Variants

DB12 Coupé

Rear view
Interior

The DB12 features a 4.0-litre M177 twin-turbo V8 engine with a power output of 680 PS (500 kW; 671 hp) and 800 N⋅m (590 lb⋅ft) of torque.[11] The increase in performance is achieved by optimized compression, larger turbochargers and improved cooling.[12] The DB12 accelerates from 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 3.6 seconds, and it has a top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h).[3] The 5.2-litre V12 engine from the previous model is no longer offered.[13]

DB12 Volante

DB12 Volante

Aston Martin unveiled a convertible version of the DB12 called the DB12 Volante on 14 August 2023.[14] The Volante's roof is an eight-layer fabric top that can open in 14 seconds and close in 16 seconds, with this possible at speeds of up to 31 mph (50 km/h). The DB12 Volante is also claimed to have five per cent better torsional rigidity than the DB11 Volante.[15][16] The DB12 Volante accelerates from 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 3.7 seconds, and has the same top speed as the coupé of 202 mph (325 km/h).[17]

DB12 S

On 8 October 2025, Aston Martin unveiled a more powerful variant called the DB12 S. It has a higher power output of 700 PS (515 kW; 690 hp) while torque remains unchanged at 800 N⋅m (590 lb⋅ft).[18] The transmission calibration is revised for 50 per cent improvements in shift speed, allowing the DB12 S to accelerate from 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 3.5 seconds for the coupé, and 3.6 seconds for the Volante.[19] The top speed remains unchanged at 202 mph (325 km/h).[20]

References

  1. ↑ Pollard, Tim (May 24, 2023). "New Aston Martin DB12 unveiled: dynamic and digital overboost ahoy!". https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/first-official-pictures/aston-martin/db12/. 
  2. ↑ Martin, Charlie (August 14, 2023). "Aston Martin DB12 Volante is most powerful V8 cabrio GT". https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/aston-martin-db12-volante-most-powerful-v8-cabrio-gt. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Felix Page (24 May 2023). "New Aston Martin DB12: V8 GT starts firm's new era". https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-aston-martin-db12-v8-gt-starts-firms-new-era. 
  4. ↑ Sergeev, Angel (May 24, 2023). "Aston Martin DB12 Revealed With 671-HP AMG V8 And 202 MPH Top Speed". https://www.motor1.com/news/668801/aston-martin-db12-debuts-horsepower-v8-engine/. 
  5. ↑ Barraclough, Leo (25 May 2023). "Leonardo Di Caprio, Tobey Maguire, Queen Latifah Among Guests at Aston Martin Party During Cannes Film Festival". https://variety.com/2023/film/global/leonardo-di-caprio-tobey-maguire-aston-martin-cannes-1235625109/. 
  6. ↑ Stafford, Eric (May 24, 2023). "2024 Aston Martin DB12 Revealed as a 671-HP 'Super' Tourer". https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a43991974/2024-aston-martin-db12-revealed/. 
  7. ↑ McIlroy, John (May 25, 2023). "New Aston Martin DB12 uncovered with 671bhp and 202mph top speed". https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/aston-martin/db12. 
  8. ↑ Lucas Bell (25 May 2023). "The Aston Martin DB12 Is More Familiar Than New". https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a43992377/aston-martin-db12/. 
  9. ↑ MacKenzie, Angus (May 24, 2023). "2024 Aston Martin DB12 First Look: Aston Drops Another Stunning Supercar". https://www.motortrend.com/news/aston-martin-db12-first-look-review/. 
  10. ↑ Charlton, Alistair (25 May 2023). "Aston Martin Reveals New $245,000 DB12 'Super Tourer'". https://www.forbes.com/sites/alistaircharlton/2023/05/25/aston-martin-reveals-new-245000-db12-super-tourer/?sh=70aa663a6261. Retrieved 25 May 2023. 
  11. ↑ Edkins, Jamie (25 May 2023). "New Aston Martin DB12 revealed: price, specs and release date". https://www.carwow.co.uk/aston-martin/db11/news/6778/new-aston-martin-db12-price-specs#gref. 
  12. ↑ Gallagher, Stuart (25 May 2023). "2023 Aston Martin DB12 arrives with new design, interior and 671bhp V8". https://www.evo.co.uk/aston-martin/db12. 
  13. ↑ Marriage, Ollie (25 May 2023). "This is the new 671bhp Aston Martin DB12". https://www.topgear.com/car-news/first-look/new-671bhp-aston-martin-db12. Retrieved 25 May 2023. 
  14. ↑ Pattni, Vijay (14 August 2023). "The Aston Martin DB12 Volante has arrived, and it looks predictably lovely". https://www.topgear.com/car-news/first-look/aston-martin-db12-volante-has-arrived-and-it-looks-predictably-lovely. 
  15. ↑ Duff, Mike (14 August 2023). "2024 Aston Martin DB12 Volante Fetchingly Follows the Coupe". https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a44799746/2024-aston-martin-db12-volante-revealed/. 
  16. ↑ White, Emmet (14 August 2023). "Aston Martin Ups The Ante With Drop-Top DB12 Volante". https://www.autoweek.com/news/a44794984/aston-martin-db12-volante-specification-details-photos/. 
  17. ↑ Carson, Sean (19 August 2023). "New Aston Martin DB12 Volante unveiled at 2023 Monterey Car Week". https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/aston-martin/db12/360277/new-aston-martin-db12-volante-unveiled-2023-monterey-car-week. 
  18. ↑ Pattni, Vijay (8 October 2025). "Top of the DB tree: behold the new 690bhp Aston Martin DB12 S". https://www.topgear.com/car-news/first-look/top-db-tree-behold-new-690bhp-aston-martin-db12-s. 
  19. ↑ Katsianis, Jordan (8 October 2025). "Near-700bhp Aston Martin DB12 S revealed as brand's fastest four-seater". https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/aston-martin/db12/367974/near-700bhp-aston-martin-db12-s-revealed-brands-fastest-four-seater. 
  20. ↑ Jupp, Ethan (8 October 2025). "New Aston Martin DB12 S is a tightened grand tourer riposte to the Ferrari Amalfi". https://www.evo.co.uk/aston-martin/db12/208205/new-aston-martin-db12-s-is-a-tightened-grand-tourer-riposte-to-the-ferrari. 

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