The Aston Martin DB12 replaced the DB11 in 2023.
Aston Martin unveiled the DB12 in May 2023 as the successor to its DB11 grand tourer. Although the company calls it the world’s first super-tourer, the DB12 remains a front-engined, rear-wheel-drive two-door designed for high-speed touring as well as performance driving.
The DB12 uses a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 supplied by Mercedes-AMG, producing substantially more power than the standard DB11 V8. Its styling continues the DB family’s long-running design language while adding a broader stance, revised aerodynamics and a new interior with a modern infotainment system.
The model is not simply a renamed DB11. It introduced a new platform development, updated suspension and steering hardware, stronger brakes and a more powerful engine range. Aston Martin later expanded the line with the DB12 Volante convertible. The DB12 should also be distinguished from the Vantage, Vanquish and DBS, which are separate models serving different positions in the company’s range.