Aston Martin has introduced a new DB12 halo model, the DB12 S. It joins the DBX S and Vantage S, which were added to Aston’s lineup earlier this year, both part of CEO Adrian Hallmark’s plan to offer more model variants. The new DB12 S receives several enhancements that should make it an even more exciting car to drive.
Under the hood, the twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine now makes 691 horsepower, an increase of 20, and 590 pound-feet of torque. The extra power, quicker shifts, and improved launch control cut the car’s 0-60 time to 3.4 seconds for the coupe. The DB12 S Volante needs 3.5 seconds.
The car’s top speed is 202 mph.
The new DB12 comes standard with carbon ceramic brakes, which saves 59.5 pounds of unsprung weight. They measure 16.1 inches in the front and 14.2 inches in the rear and feature the brand’s next-generation corner braking control system.
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Other tweaks unique to the DB12 S include recalibrated throttle and steering, tweaked Bilstein DTX dampers, and an improved electronic rear differential. Aston Martin engineers also stiffened the rear anti-roll bars and tweaked the camber, castor, and toe geometry for improved handling.
The hotter DB12 stands out from non-S variants with a few unique visual touches. The DB12 S features a dual-element front splitter that increases downforce and guides air in and around the front wheel arches.
The hood has new bonnet louvers, which Aston offers in gloss black or optional carbon fiber.
At the rear, the Aston receives a fixed rear spoiler, a new diffuser, and four stacked stainless-steel tailpipes. A titanium system is optional, which increases the volume by 1.5 dB and is 25.8 lighter than the stock exhaust.
Inside, the new variant features a red knurled metal drive mode rotary dial on the center console, which is a color Aston also uses for the exterior S badging. The cabin is available in three interior trim configurations and comes with leather and Alcantara.
You can order the DB12 in coupe and convertible configurations today. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2026. Aston hasn’t provided any pricing information yet, but the regular DB12 starts at $250,000, and we wouldn’t be surprised if the price is above the $275,000 mark.