DecodedCars2021 Aston Martin DBS
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Body styles
- Supperleggera
- Engines
- 5.2L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 14 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 185.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,068 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 17 MPG combined, 18% below the 2021 minicompact car average of 20.7 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2021 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2021 Aston Martin DBS is a minicompact car offered with a 5.2L 12-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,068 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (14 city / 22 highway), 18% worse than the 2021 minicompact car average of 20.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2021
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2020 DBS — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 DBS →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supperleggera | 185.4 in | 76.4 in | 50.4 in | 110.6 in | 65.4 / 64.6 in | 4,068 lb | 51/49 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DBS | 5.2L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 22 / 17 | -18% | $4,850 | 522 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2021 Aston Martin DBS.
Similar 2021 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Aston Martin DBS (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Lamborghini Aventador | 10 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2021 Ferrari 812 Superfast | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Ferrari 812 GTS | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Aston Martin DB11 | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Bentley Continental | 19 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2021 Lamborghini Huracan | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Aston Martin DBS.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2021 Aston Martin DBS is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2021 Aston Martin DBS in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2021 Aston Martin DBS buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Aston Martin DBS. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other DBS years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Aston Martin. How we calculate this →