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2012 Aston Martin

DBS

Auto (S6), 12 cyl, 5.9 L

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2012 Aston Martin DBS (photo 1 of 3)
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Overview

Body
Minicompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S6)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
510
Power to weight
0.136 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.46
Cyl
12EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
18 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
12 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$5,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
186 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
75 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
50 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
108 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,737 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
5
Owner complaints
0
Theft rate
0.0 per 1,000 produced (CY 2012 federal data)

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / unlimited mi
Powertrain
3 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.