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Aston Martin DB12 vs McLaren GT Series comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (192900 £ vs 175700 £ ) 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

  • minimal more power

McLaren GT Series

  • slight cheaper
  • slight more efficient
  • to a small extent quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • noticeable more trunk space

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

DB12

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

McLaren GT Series has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 175700 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: McLaren GT Series manages with 11.90 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.20 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

DB12

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DB12 has a minimal edge – offering 680 HP compared to 635 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Aston Martin DB12 takes 3.60 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Aston Martin DB12 pulls noticeable stronger with 800 Nm compared to 630 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

DB12

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Aston Martin DB12 offers clearly more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.

In curb weight, McLaren GT Series is somewhat lighter – 1520 kg compared to 1788 kg. The difference is around 268 kg.

In terms of boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers noticeable more room – 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 is barely ahead 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.

Aston Martin DB12
McLaren GT Series

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DB12

Aston Martin DB12

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 12.20 L

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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McLaren GT Series

The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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Aston Martin DB12
McLaren GT Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
192900 - 207900 £
Price
175700 £
Consumption L/100km
12.20 L
Consumption L/100km
11.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
78 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2 - 3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1788 - 1898 kg
Curb weight
1520 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
4725 mm
Length
-
Width
1980 mm
Width
2045 mm
Height
1295 mm
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
3.20 s
Max Speed
325 km/h
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
3982 cm3
Engine capacity
3994 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
McLaren
Is the Aston Martin DB12 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.