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BMW X4 vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Aston Martin DB12?

BMW X4 vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

BMW X4

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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Aston Martin DB12

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

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

X4

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.

BMW X4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 51,900 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 141,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X4 uses 6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6.2 L/100km.

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 510 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the BMW X4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers somewhat more torque with 800 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

X4

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: BMW X4 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DB12 is marginally lighter – 1,788 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 87 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X4 offers significantly more boot space – 525 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 263 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X4 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.

from £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 10.7 L/100km
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The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
-
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Aston Martin
Is the BMW X4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X4 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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