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Aston Martin DB12 vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 234,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

Aston Martin DB12 vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster: Key differences

Aston Martin DB12

  • noticeably cheaper
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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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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.

Aston Martin DB12 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 192,900 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster uses 4.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

DB12

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 Supercar Series Roadster offers only slightly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 680 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Aston Martin DB12 takes 3.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers only slightly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 720 Nm. That’s about 80 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 Supercar Series Roadster is moderately lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 228 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 700 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 33 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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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

Costs and Consumption
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Price
234,000 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
108 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
500 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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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