DecodedCars2018 Aston Martin DB11
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Body styles
- DB11
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo, 5.2L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 18 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 187.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,087 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 20 MPG combined, 13% below the 2018 minicompact car average of 22.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2018 Aston Martin DB11 is a minicompact car offered with 2 engines (4.0L 8-cyl turbo and 5.2L 12-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 187 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,087 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway), 13% worse than the 2018 minicompact car average of 22.9 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2018
- Engine added: 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG up from 17 to 20
Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 DB11 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB11 | 187.4 in | 76.4 in | 50.4 in | 110.6 in | 65.4 / 65.4 in | 4,087 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB11 V8 | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | -13% | $4,100 | 431 |
| DB11 V12 | 5.2L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | -26% | $4,850 | 497 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Aston Martin DB11.
Similar 2018 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Aston Martin DB11 (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2018 Lamborghini Aventador | 12 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2018 Ferrari 812 Superfast | 13 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2018 Aston Martin Vanquish | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Ferrari GTC4Lusso | 17 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (2)
Air Bags · Nov 12, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V806000 · 17 vehicles
- Problem
- Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2018-2019 DB11 Coupe and Volante and 2019 Vantage and DBS Superleggera Coupe vehicles. The locking nut fasteners on the passenger air bag may not be tightened properly.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating passenger air bag deployment, the air bag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag fasteners, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-866-278-6661. Aston Martin's number for this recall is RA-01-1327.
Air Bags › Frontal · Jan 19, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V065000 · 1,027 vehicles
- Problem
- Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2017-2018 DB11 V12 Coupe and DB11 V8 Coupe vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken.
- Risk
- If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
- Fix
- Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988.
Not every 2018 Aston Martin DB11 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2018 Aston Martin DB11 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2018 Aston Martin DB11 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Aston Martin DB11. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other DB11 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Aston Martin. How we calculate this →