DecodedCars2026 Aston Martin DB12 V8
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 · 15 city / 22 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 V8 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 (15 city / 22 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.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 DB12 V8 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 DB12 V8 →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB12 V8 | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -16% | $4,850 | 507 |
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 V8.
Similar 2026 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Aston Martin DB12 V8 (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Ferrari Roma | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Aston Martin DB12 V8.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Aston Martin DB12 V8 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2026 Aston Martin DB12 V8 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other DB12 V8 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 DB12 V8 | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 DB12 V8 | 17 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 DB12 V8 | 17 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Aston Martin. How we calculate this →