DecodedCars2026 Aston Martin DB12 S
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 14 city / 21 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 17 MPG combined, 16% below the 2026 minicompact car average of 20.3 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S is a minicompact car offered with a 4.0L 8-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (14 city / 21 highway), 16% worse than the 2026 minicompact car average of 20.3 MPG, for an estimated $4,850 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB12 S | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 17 | -16% | $4,850 | 522 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S.
Similar 2026 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Ferrari Roma | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Aston Martin DB12 V8 | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other DB12 S years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 DB12 S | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Aston Martin. How we calculate this →