Aston Martin DB12 S: The new pinnacle of performance ...
DB12 S becomes the new halo model of Aston Martin's legendary DB bloodline
www.astonmartin.comHere’s the latest on the Aston Martin DB12.
- The DB12, introduced in 2023 as Aston Martin’s first “Super Tourer,” marked a major shift with a new 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 and a redesigned chassis aimed at higher performance and more driver engagement . It’s positioned as a successor to the DB11, with styling updates and a broader performance envelope, including a claimed 0-60 mph time around 3.5 seconds and a top speed near 202 mph in its standard form .
- In 2025, Aston Martin teased DB12 S as a more extreme halo variant, featuring a broader set of chassis and software adjustments (Bilstein DTX dampers, stiffer anti-roll bar, and refined geometry) to amplify agility and driver feel . The DB12 S is framed as the pinnacle of the DB lineup, building on the base model’s platform with targeted performance enhancements .
- Market and reception context: coverage across automotive outlets has highlighted the DB12’s role as a “world’s first” in its class at launch, emphasizing its move to a single new engine, enhanced aerodynamics, and an interior centered on high-tech luxury and driver focus . Contemporary outlets have also tracked ongoing updates and new variants as Aston Martin expands the DB12 lineage and its performance narrative .
If you’d like, I can pull the most current press releases or summarize reviews from specific outlets (e.g., Car and Driver, Auto Express) with direct quotes and updated specs. I can also compare the DB12 to its contemporaries in the super GT/hyper-GT segment.