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The New Aston Martin DB12 Is More Powerful Than Ever
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 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S as a sharper, more powerful halo model, with global deliveries and orders open now.
- The DB12 S follows Aston Martin’s S badge lineage dating to the 1953 DB3S and joins recent S siblings DBX S and Vantage S, with engineers revising powertrain, steering and electronics.
- The 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 now produces 690 hp and 590 lb-ft torque, a roughly 20 hp increase via revised 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 cutting shift times by over 50%, while top speed stays at 202 mph.
- Styling and hardware changes include standard carbon‑ceramic brakes that reduce unsprung weight by 27 kg and an optional titanium sports exhaust .
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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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