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VW Polo vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Polo or Aston Martin DB12?

VW Polo vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Aston Martin DB12

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Polo is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 175,599 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.1 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 Aston Martin DB12 offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 473 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

Polo

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: VW Polo offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is considerably lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Polo offers visibly more boot space – 351 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo 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 £17,300
Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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Reviews VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
116 - 148 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,751 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 457 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Aston Martin
What drive types are available for the VW Polo?

The VW Polo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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