Aston Martin DB12 S Review: It Shouldn’t Be THIS Good

We review the new Aston Martin DB12 S to find out what’s actually changed, and whether those changes make a real difference on the road. On paper, the DB12 S doesn’t look like a major overhaul. Power increases slightly to 700 PS, torque remains unchanged at 800 Nm, and there are no headline-grabbing numbers to shout about. But this isn’t about chasing figures. This video explores how Aston Martin has refined the DB12 formula. We look at what’s been updated, how it affects the driving experience, and whether this “S” version feels more resolved, more engaging, and ultimately more complete than the standard car. Want to know more? Read what our experts have to say here 👉https://www.autotrader.co.uk/cars/astonmartin/db12 Looking for a new car? It’s time for Autotrader: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/?utm_source=youtube_organic&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=youtube_organic_brandplatform&utm_content=its_time_for Watch expert car reviews and recommendations on our official YouTube channel to help make finding your next car easier than ever. Check back for the latest new car reviews, plus: ✅ car advice and explainers ✅ used and new car guides ✅ head-to-heads Subscribe for more from Autotrader UK ➡️ http://bit.ly/1AqiIny Want to be the first to see our new videos? Enable notifications 🔔 Chapters 📖 0:00 Aston Martin's Latest and Last S Model 1:07 Are the Performance Upgrades and Upgrade? 2:11 Acceleration Test 3:04 Design and Aero Changes 6:18 Steering Response and Suspension 8:17 Handling and Acceleration 9:55 Exhaust Sound and Braking Upgrades 10:50 Does the S Do The Grand Tourer Job? 11:55 Final Verdict: Is the DB12 S an Upgrade?

Added 2 Aug 2026