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Aston Martin DB12 S
CarBuzz says the 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S debuted with 690 horsepower and carbon brakes, retaining the same AMG-sourced twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 as its siblings but tuned up from the standard DB12's 671 hp, with torque holding at a carryover 590 lb-ft, and calls it a more powerful and exciting version of the so-called super tourer meant to give Aston Martin a tough rival for the freshened Ferrari Amalfi. Objective Wire places the DB12 S inside a wider 2026 Aston Martin S lineup alongside the Vantage S (671 hp) and DBX S (717 hp), pricing the DB12 S from $265,000.
Power and positioning
CarBuzz (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S retains the same AMG-sourced, twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 as its siblings, but with 690 horsepower instead of the standard DB12's 671, while torque remains a carryover 590 lb-ft. It calls the DB12 S a more powerful and exciting version of the so-called super tourer that will give Aston Martin a tough rival for the freshened Ferrari Amalfi.
Where it sits in the S lineup
Objective Wire (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 Aston Martin S lineup is a unified high-performance trim level applied across three core models: the Vantage S at 671 hp, the DB12 S at 690 hp, and the DBX S at 717 hp, with the DB12 S priced from $265,000.
Car and Driver's take on the standard DB12
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Aston Martin DB12 is a decadent mix of beauty, speed and craftsmanship with a look and personality like no other in the world of exotic cars, comparing it to a Royal Air Force Spitfire fighter plane for its uniquely British blend of beauty, speed and craftsmanship, the platform the higher-output S builds on.
Questions buyers ask
How much horsepower does the Aston Martin DB12 S have?
CarBuzz (opens in a new tab) says 690 hp, up from 671 hp on the standard DB12.
What does the Aston Martin DB12 S cost?
Objective Wire (opens in a new tab) says it's priced from $265,000.
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The 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S is built around 4.0L twin-turbo V8, rated at 690 horsepower across its grand touring coupe body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 1 trim.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2027 DB12 S seats 4 and is a Grand touring coupe.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 DB12 S.
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2027 Aston Martin DB12 S
DB12 S is a tuned version of the DB12 V8 with roughly 10 more horsepower (690 hp), a new front splitter, fixed rear spoiler and quad-tailpipe sports exhaust.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
2 indexed Aston Martin DB12 S model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S | 2027 record → | |
| 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S | 2026 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Aston Martin DB12 S.
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.
- Design
- The DB12 is a major technological restyling of the DB11 with touches of the DBS. Compared to that, the DB12 has a larger radiator grille, wider track widths and new LED headlights. It also features a redesigned interior and an all-new infotainment system, which can support Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
- Variants
- 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 of torque. The increase in performance is achieved by optimized compression, larger turbochargers, and improved cooling.
Source: Aston Martin DB12 (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Aston Martin DB12 S at a glance
- Production
- 2023–present
- Model years
- 2024–present
- Assembly
- United Kingdom: Gaydon, Warwickshire
- Class
- Grand tourer (S)
- Body style
- 2-door coupé, 2-door convertible
- Layout
- Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive
- Engine
- 4.0 L AE23 twin-turbo V8
- Transmission
- 8-speed ZF 8HP75 automatic
- Wheelbase
- 2805 mm
- Length
- 4725 mm
- Width
- 1980 mm
- Height
- 1295 mm
- Curb weight
- 1685 kg (Coupé), 1796 kg (Volante)
- Predecessor
- Aston Martin DB11
- Related models
- Aston Martin Vantage, Aston Martin Vanquish
- Designer
- Marek Reichman (head of design)
Recent recalls (2 campaigns across the latest model years)
- January 2025, Back Over Prevention:Display Function. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DB12, 2025 Vantage, and 2025 DBX707 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail… Consequence: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- September 2024, Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication:Pipes, Hoses, And Fittings. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DBX707, 2024-2025 DB12, and 2025 Vantage vehicles. The engine oil cooler hose may split during vehicle operation, resulting in a loss of oil and oil pressure. Consequence: A sudden loss of oil and oil pressure could lead to the engine stalling or seizing, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Year by year
The Aston Martin DB12 S across 2 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S | 17 | $4,700 | 1 |
| 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S | 17 | $4,550 | 1 |
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Frequent questions
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Q01How many trims does the 2027 DB12 S come in?
The 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S (grand touring coupe) is offered in one trim, DB12 S.
Q02What are the 2027 DB12 S trims?
The 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S comes in one trim, DB12 S.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 DB12 S use?
The 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S is built around 4.0L twin-turbo V8, rated at 690 horsepower across its grand touring coupe body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 DB12 S have?
The 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S is rated at 690 horsepower (4.0L twin-turbo V8).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 DB12 S?
The 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S is offered with RWD.