US EditionFirst Look at the 2026 DB12 S as Aston Martin Puts the S Back on Top
The DB12 S boosts power by 20 hp to 690, features carbon ceramic brakes saving 27 kg, and cuts 0-60 mph time to 3.4 seconds, enhancing handling and driver engagement.
- Next year, Aston Martin unveiled the DB12 S, with global deliveries starting in the first quarter of 2026 and the Australian Coupe priced at $495,000 b.
- The DB12 S follows Aston Martin’s S badge lineage first used on the 1953 DB3 S and joins recent range-toppers DBX S and Vantage S, with engineers revising powertrain, steering, and electronics to sharpen handling.
- The 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 now produces 690 hp and 590 lb-ft torque, up by about 19–20 hp through engine calibration and exhaust tuning.
- Performance numbers show the DB12 S hits 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds, with Launch Control and eight-speed automatic transmission delivering 50% faster shifts while top speed stays at 202 mph.
- Styling and hardware changes include standard carbon‑ceramic brakes with 27 kg unsprung weight reduction, an optional titanium sports exhaust , and a headrest embossing/debossing process .
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Aston Martin now also crowns the DB12 with an S-variant. Thus, the British promise the clientele more power and agility.
The new Aston Martin DB12 S raises the bar for sports GTs even higher. A more powerful V8 engine, lighter brakes, a faster transmission and a tuned chassis enhance the driving experience, while the interior remains true to the brand's luxurious tradition.
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