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Aston Martin DB12 vs McLaren GT Series comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or McLaren GT Series?

Aston Martin DB12 vs McLaren GT Series: Key differences

Aston Martin DB12

  • barely more power
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McLaren GT Series

  • marginally cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DB12

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.

McLaren GT Series is marginally cheaper – starting at 175,700 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren GT Series uses 11.9 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

GT Series

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 barely more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Aston Martin DB12 takes 3.6 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers markedly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 630 Nm. That’s about 170 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: Aston Martin DB12 offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren GT Series is a bit lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 268 kg.

Looking at boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers noticeably more boot space – 420 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aston Martin DB12 has only a minor advantage 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 £192,900
DB12

Aston Martin DB12

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 12.2 L/100km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Price
175,700 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Curb weight
1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
2,045 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
680 HP
Power HP
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
500 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
McLaren
What drivetrain options does the Aston Martin DB12 have?

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

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