Aston Martin introduces the DB12, calling it a super tourer

The Aston Martin DB12 super tourer has a top speed of 325km. Photos: Aston Martin

Aston Martin has launched the DB12, the world's first-ever super tourer and the start of the ultra-luxury British brand’s next generation of vehicles.

Combining a scintillating driving experience with exceptional refinement, state-of-the-art technology and indulgent luxury, the DB12 demands a new definition. Grand is not enough; this is the world’s first Super Tourer, says Aston Martin.

The two-door coupe has a two + two-seat configuration.

With exceptional performance and handling to satisfy and reward the most demanding drivers, its chassis is matched to a class-leading four-litre 500kW/800NM V8 Twin-Turbo powertrain. It has a top speed of 325km with 0-100km/h in 3.6 seconds.

The DB12 has a class-leading four-litre 500kW/800NM V8 Twin-Turbo powertrain.

Supported by an all-new suspension system featuring the latest adaptive dampers, control and connection are further amplified by an exceptionally precise and direct Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) system and an Electronic Rear Differential (E-Diff) that enhances agility and brings the DB12 alive on the most dynamic of roads.

Marek Reichman, Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer of Aston Martin, adds: “DB12 is our design definition of a Super Tourer. Historically, the GT code among most contemporary enthusiasts meant some semblance of comfort, speed, and refinement. But since the Aston Martin customer is no ordinary motorist, and we no longer simply design objects in and of themselves, we’ve fused everything together on the DB12 — the handling, dynamics, powertrain, sense of space, and styling— and we’ve done it to the max through technology to deliver this new category of performance-design driving experience.

The DB12’s styling features an all-new front-end treatment, wider stance and more muscular surfaces for increased presence. The interior has also been completely redesigned, with clean horizontal lines emphasising the sense of space and providing the perfect contemporary backdrop for new a new state-of-the-art infotainment system. 

The DB12 has an all-new interior and infotainment system.

Roberto Fedeli, Group Chief Technology Officer of Aston Martin said of the new DB12: “We have pushed every aspect of this car to be best-in-class. The result is more power and performance than its rivals. Combined with exceptional handling and an exciting soundtrack, it is a car with passion and a truly sporting character. Crucially, thanks to its breadth of capability we have achieved this without compromising refinement, comfort and luxury. Together with our use of industry-leading dynamic control and infotainment systems, DB12 is the start of Aston Martin’s most exciting new era.”

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The announcement of DB12 comes as Aston Martin celebrates two significant milestones in 2023; Its monumental 110th anniversary and 75 years of the illustrious DB model line.

The DB12 goes from 0-100km/h in 3.6 seconds.