DB12
Introduced on May 24, 2023, the Aston Martin DB12 marks a new stage for the DB line and replaces the DB11 in the British manufacturer’s range. This front-engined grand tourer uses a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 producing 680 PS and 800 Nm, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Aston Martin quotes a 0–60 mph time of 3.5 seconds and a 202 mph top speed for the Coupé. The model also brings a substantially revised chassis, an electronic rear differential, and an in-house infotainment system. For 2023, the DB12 range consists of two principal body styles: the fixed-roof Coupé and the open-top Volante. The Volante was revealed in August with dedicated suspension tuning intended to preserve the car’s dynamic character despite its convertible construction.
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Make: Aston Martin · Model: DB12
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2023
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Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
Introduced on May 24, 2023, the Aston Martin DB12 marks a new stage for the DB line and replaces the DB11 in the British manufacturer’s range. This front-engined grand tourer uses a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 producing 680 PS and 800 Nm, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Aston Martin quotes a 0–60 mph time of 3.5 seconds and a 202 mph top speed for the Coupé. The model also brings a substantially revised chassis, an electronic rear differential, and an in-house infotainment system. For 2023, the DB12 range consists of two principal body styles: the fixed-roof Coupé and the open-top Volante. The Volante was revealed in August with dedicated suspension tuning intended to preserve the car’s dynamic character despite its convertible construction.
History
The DB12 arrived at an important moment for Aston Martin. Its launch took place in 2023, a year that marked the company’s 110th anniversary and the 75th anniversary of the DB family. The Coupé was officially introduced on May 24, 2023, with first deliveries scheduled for the third quarter. Aston Martin presented the DB12 as the first model in a new generation of sports cars and used the term “Super Tourer” to describe its intended blend of high performance, long-distance comfort, and luxury craftsmanship. The DB12 directly succeeds the DB11, but the manufacturer did not present it as a merely cosmetic update. The bonded aluminum structure was strengthened, the tracks were widened, and the suspension gained new intelligent adaptive dampers. The 4.0-liter V8, already used in Aston Martin’s DB11 range, was extensively reworked to produce 680 PS and 800 Nm. The DB12 also introduced an electronic rear differential to the DB line and brought a new infotainment architecture developed by Aston Martin. The Volante was revealed on August 14, 2023. It retains the Coupé’s powertrain and most of its technology, while receiving separate rear spring and damper calibration. Based on the ScanRacer data, the documented 2023 range therefore consists of two body styles: the fixed-roof Coupé and the convertible Volante.
Generations
Aston Martin describes the DB12 as the first sports car in a new generation, but the manufacturer’s available material does not establish a multi-generation internal structure comparable with long-running nameplates. For accuracy, the DB12 is best treated as a model range launched in 2023 rather than divided into several undocumented generations. Its relationship with the DB11 is nevertheless direct. The DB12 retains the concept of a front-engined, two-door grand tourer with four seats and an eight-speed automatic transmission, while making substantial changes to the mechanical hardware and digital environment. Aston Martin quotes a 7% increase in torsional stiffness for the structure, wider front and rear tracks, and a new generation of adaptive dampers. The model also introduces an electronic rear differential capable of rapidly varying its locking behavior. The initial range is split between two body styles. The Coupé, introduced in May 2023, is the fixed-roof reference version. The Volante, revealed in August 2023, uses the same 680-PS twin-turbocharged V8 and follows the same principal engineering direction, but receives dedicated suspension calibration. Within the ScanRacer data supplied here, both variants are associated with the 2023 model year.
Key differences
The DB12 Coupé and DB12 Volante share the same 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8, eight-speed ZF automatic transmission, electronic rear differential, and principal driving modes. The fundamental distinction is body style: the Coupé has a fixed roof, while the Volante uses an electrically operated fabric roof for open-air driving. The conversion also leads to separate chassis tuning. Aston Martin states that the Volante receives dedicated rear spring and damper settings to account for its convertible structure. Quoted performance remains close between the two versions. The Volante reaches 60 mph in 3.6 seconds and retains a 202 mph top speed, while the launch material gives the Coupé a 3.5-second 0–60 mph time. The Volante therefore emphasizes roof-down enjoyment without abandoning the model’s sporting intent. Equipment, trim details, and market specifications may vary by individual configuration, so they should not be inferred solely from the body-style designation.
Photo recognition
The DB12 is first identified by its broader and more assertive front end compared with the DB11. Its six-vane grille occupies more visual space, while the LED headlamps use a redesigned lighting signature. The model also introduced a new evolution of Aston Martin’s winged badge, mounted centrally on the hood. Wider tracks and standard 21-inch forged wheels give the car a visibly more muscular stance. In profile, flush-fitting door handles and smaller exterior mirrors contribute to a cleaner silhouette. At the rear, the lamps form a horizontal blade-like signature, joined by a deployable spoiler incorporated into the Aeroblade system. As with other Aston Martins, the doors use the brand’s “Swan Wing” opening movement, rising slightly as they open. The most dependable way to distinguish the two body styles is the roof. The Coupé has a continuous roofline and fixed rear glass. The Volante uses a folding fabric roof, a more open beltline, and rear bodywork shaped around the roof mechanism. Individual Q by Aston Martin personalization choices can alter exterior colors, trim, wheels, and other details, so those features should be treated as secondary identification clues.
Important versions
Within the ScanRacer data supplied here, two Aston Martin DB12 versions are documented for 2023: the Coupé and the Volante. The Coupé is the fixed-roof body style introduced first, with four seats and the quickest launch-period 0–60 mph figure. The Volante is the range’s convertible, revealed in August 2023 and designed to provide open-air driving while retaining a largely shared mechanical foundation. Both versions use the 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 producing 680 PS and 800 Nm. No DB12 AMR variant is included in the ScanRacer data provided for this model. Equipment names, personalization options, and regional specifications should be checked separately when identifying a particular vehicle or market-specific example.
References
- Introducing the Aston Martin DB12: The world’s first Super TourerAston Martin
- Introducing DB12 Volante: The ultimate open-top Super TourerAston Martin
- DB12 | Super GTAston Martin
- 2024 Aston Martin DB12 Revealed as a 671-HP 'Super' TourerCar and Driver
- 2024 Aston Martin DB12 First Drive: Changes everywhere, sexy as alwaysAutoblog
- https://www.jdpower.com/cars/history/aston-martin/db12jdpower.com
- https://www.honestjohn.co.uk/aston-martin/db12/honestjohn.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the Aston Martin DB12 produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 2023.
- How many Aston Martin DB12 examples are documented on ScanRacer?
- 16 published scans from 8 members, with the latest photo added in September 2026.
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