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Aston Martin DB12 vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or Hyundai Tucson?

Aston Martin DB12 vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

Aston Martin DB12

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Tucson

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Tucson is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 161,580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 9.5 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DB12 offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 392 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 421 Nm more.

DB12

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Hyundai Tucson offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is moderately lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 246 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers considerably more boot space – 620 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 358 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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Reviews Hyundai Tucson

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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Tommy Eriksson
8 Jul 2026, 08:18:44

Very comfortable car to drive, easy to get in and out of, feels safer sitting higher up, nice design. Feels good now but we'll see how it is in the winter.

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Mike bird
29 Mar 2026, 15:20:07

Good car would have been better if it was all electric this PHEV is not a lot of good and there is so much that can go wrong . Expensive with the luxury road tax .

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Arvanitis Dimitri
12 Oct 2025, 14:52:44

It’s our second Tucson — a diesel manual and a petrol automatic. I can only confirm that our next one in 2027 will be 99.9% a Tucson again. Gorgeous, pleasant, economical and sporty. Top choice.

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Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
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Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
680 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
800 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
500 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Aston Martin DB12 have?

The Aston Martin DB12 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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