What is it?
The DB12 replaces the long-serving DB11 and Aston Martin calls it a Super Tourer rather than a Grand Tourer. Bonded-aluminium platform reworked for 7 percent more torsional stiffness, new Bilstein DTX adaptive dampers, eLSD, wider track. AMG 4.0L twin-turbo V8 retuned to 500 kW and 800 Nm through an 8-speed ZF rear transaxle. Coupe and Volante folding-roof. DB12 also debuts Aston's first in-house AML infotainment.
The lineup runs from DB12 Coupe at $455,000 plus on-roads, through to Q by Aston Martin at null plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 3 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
500 kW from the AMG-tuned V8 makes the DB12 the fastest series DB Aston has sold. New in-house AML infotainment finally matches the cabin quality. Physical switchgear retained for HVAC, drive mode, exhaust and ESC. 262 L boot and usable 2+2 rear seats are rare in the class.
3-year warranty short for the asking price. 800 Nm RWD on wet Australian roads demands respect. No hybrid or EV powertrain. First-year in-house electronics mean early-build software updates are likely.
Should you buy the DB12?
Reasons to buy
- 500 kW from the AMG-tuned V8 makes the DB12 the fastest series DB Aston has sold. New in-house AML infotainment finally matches the cabin quality. Physical switchgear retained for HVAC, drive mode, exhaust and ESC. 262 L boot and usable 2+2 rear seats are rare in the class.
- Warranty: 3 years, unlimited km. Optional 8-year Premium Care.
- 262 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Reasons to wait
- 3-year warranty short for the asking price. 800 Nm RWD on wet Australian roads demands respect. No hybrid or EV powertrain. First-year in-house electronics mean early-build software updates are likely.
- You want a hybrid or EV grand tourer, a longer factory warranty (Bentley, Porsche at 5 years), or proven first-generation reliability on in-house infotainment.
- Confirm build date with your dealer, MY24 onward gets the in-house AML infotainment. Q by Aston Martin bespoke options can push the on-road cost past $550,000. Take a long test drive on a damp road to feel how the eLSD manages the 800 Nm.
- Top trim climbs to $487,000 plus on-roads.
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