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MINI MINI vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (23,300 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI or Aston Martin DB12?

MINI MINI vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

MINI MINI

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

Aston Martin DB12

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

MINI

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.

MINI MINI is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,300 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 169,543 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MINI MINI uses 5.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6.3 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 substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 422 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the MINI MINI takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Aston Martin DB12 is visibly faster – reaching 325 km/h, while the MINI MINI tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

MINI

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: MINI MINI offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, MINI MINI is visibly lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 453 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI MINI offers very slightly more boot space – 275 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI 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 £23,300
MINI

MINI MINI

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 293 - 402 km
MINI MINI
Aston Martin DB12

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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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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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MINI MINI
Aston Martin DB12

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,300 - 37,500 £
Price
192,900 - 207,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
293 - 402 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
36.6 - 49.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
78 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback, Convertible
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
2 - 5
Doors
2 - 3
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
3,858 - 4,036 mm
Length
4,725 mm
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,431 - 1,464 mm
Height
1,295 mm
Max trunk capacity
725 - 925 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
345 - 445 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
325 km/h
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
MINI
Brand
Aston Martin
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