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Aston Martin DB12 vs McLaren Super Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 274,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or McLaren Super Series Roadster?

Aston Martin DB12 vs McLaren Super Series Roadster: Key differences

Aston Martin DB12

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more trunk space
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McLaren Super Series Roadster

  • marginally more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DB12

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Aston Martin DB12 is substantially cheaper – starting at 192,900 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Roadster costs 274,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 81,428 £.

Both cars consume an average of 12.2 L/100km – no difference here.

Super Series Roadster

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 McLaren Super Series Roadster offers marginally more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 680 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Roadster is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Aston Martin DB12 takes 3.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 800 Nm.

DB12

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Aston Martin DB12 offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Super Series Roadster is visibly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Aston Martin DB12 offers significantly more boot space – 262 L compared to 58 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aston Martin DB12 is decisively 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.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Price
274,300 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Curb weight
1,438 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
58 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
2,161 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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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
750 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
800 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
500 kW
Power kW
552 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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