2024 Aston Martin DB12 Review: The $350,000 Super Aston

[@pianopeach]

Fully outside AND squeezing into the backseat? Best review in a long time! :)

[@pieterdebie4162]

And no audio issues 😅

[@cbotten106]

Must be old footage. My sources say that Doug hasn't left the "the bunker" in 100 days.🕵

[@Reppintimefitness]

Fax 😂

[@PasleyAviationPhotography]

I came here to say the same thing!

[@jrc3757]

Agree

[@NicolasChiribelo]

I never thought I would see Doug squeezing into a ridiculously tiny back seat ever again. 😄

[@jshumphress13]

Technically he didn’t lol. He realized it was a lost cause. As a man that is 5’ 8”, I could probably sneak in there. Hey Doug, I will be your tiny man that goes into the backseat, and I can also give you sound legal advice when you’re in Indiana 😂.

[@austinverity]

Or asking me if my plebeian car has a presentation case

[@pupushtin]

Jerk it while you can

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@jshumphress13the DB11 in terms of handling is quite nimble surprisingly like Panoz Esperante Roadster.

[@R33CEG]

@@purwantiallan5089Absolutely useless comparison. Get lost

[@giovanecosta27]

This video felt a lot more like doug's older videos

[@CB21001]

Yeah felt like a slight throwback, honestly really enjoyed it

[@jasonkolker]

I miss the old Doug Scores

[@glennmorris6071]

I haven't heard the term "Plebian" in some time.

[@austinverity]

@@glennmorris6071 I was going to say the same thing

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@jasonkolkerdefinitely. But the new Doug Score is still great like the old one.

[@somyajitnath6303]

Isn't it ironic that they didn't name the DB7 successor DB8 due to the fears that it'd suggest it has a V8 but now they have a DB12 without a V12...

[@alwardhockeynut64]

agreed it drives me INSANE

[@Only_Ameen04]

Marketing at its finest

[@BeefIngot]

This is their courageously plastic moment.

[@AutoEnthusiastJC]

Best comment 👍🏼

[@pdoggo64]

Lol... If they'd have shipped it then it would be the db13... Doubt we'll see that...

[@shakeebahmer]

Thanks Doug for trying to squeeze into the back seats 😂

[@purwantiallan5089]

DB12 fortunately is one if the british cars that so far, not swapped their engines into an EV.

[@joaoruxa]

How tall is he ?

[@eivindnes6410]

@@joaoruxa Google says 1,91m, or about 6'3"

[@rubberbandmandestruction390]

@@eivindnes6410there’s a video that breaks down why that measurement is false

[@dilfateh]

The DB12 only having a V8 is ironic considering how they skipped the DB8 name so no one would mistake it for having a V8 when it was V12 only.

[@CurlyTop878]

Pretty funny lol

[@Sube-Tube]

I was gonna say, I'd rather they killed the db12 than make it not a db12. That's like getting rid of the v8 in a muscle car

[@AMV12S]

I think the Vanquish was the car that they would call as DB8 🤔

[@fawwazrafif5160]

​@@AMV12SThe Vanquish is above the DB line, I think....

[@mtb416]

@@fawwazrafif5160You have to “think” because AM is trash and literally makes the same vehicle over and over again. If it was a 911 it would make sense, but AM pretends they’re making new models.

[@fit_pharmd4830]

Thank you for the original style review with you outside by the dealership or parking lot!! It’s this style that grew your channel to what it is now. 👍

[@purwantiallan5089]

Well the DB12 handles like Fittipaldi Vision Gran Turismo thats for sure.

[@R33CEG]

@@purwantiallan5089It just doesn’t though? God I wish I could block you

[@IceTTom]

⬆️ nearly every comment this purwan jackwad replies to. And this R3 is always reply back how much he hates him. It’s great 🍿 ⬆️

[@gagebmx3659]

Thank you Doug for fitting into the rear seat

[@purwantiallan5089]

Is rear wing can be fitted into the DB12?

[@natesmith3717]

Doug is the kind of guy to say "dont try this at home" as if I have a DB12 in the driveway that im tempted to get into the back seat of lol great review!

[@rgarrard24]

Seriously😂😂

[@stangadoboaradreaptaomoara9567]

Boy I wish I could try that at home 😂

[@purwantiallan5089]

Audi TT 2007 still beats the DB12 despite DB12 has twice the bhp from DB12.

[@ChrisMiller223]

@@purwantiallan5089 Sure mate, and my Yaris GR totally beats the DB12 too

[@R33CEG]

@@purwantiallan5089Yet another useless comment. When will you get lost?

[@roaringfork]

So glad to see buttons return to super luxury, it means it'll trickle down to everything else.

[@BeefIngot]

You believe in trickle down economics?

[@samrapaport3757]

The buttons are beautiful and a sight for tired eyes but Aston Martin is a super niche brand, maybe a bit optimistic that they’ll set a trend. I sure hope so though.

[@roaringfork]

@@samrapaport3757 Sure it starts with Aston Martin and RR, but once only BMW had LEDs, now they come on Honda CRV's. People also want to show off more expensive interiors and a great way to do that is to have a load of buttons which are way costlier than another menu in a screen that already has to be there.

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@samrapaport3757Saleen also a beautiful brand like Aston Martin btw.

[@riveronnnn]

Now if only we could get an analog dash back (the arrows at least) An old alfa dash in red during night > modern zoomer screen

[@somebody9785]

Doug is the kind of guy to have a glove collection inside his glovebox.

[@everia_games]

Well it Is a glove box for a reason

[@Reppintimefitness]

​@@everia_games 😂

[@travisbruce5096]

😂😂

[@petekeuning]

Brilliant Doug comment ❤

[@RemkoEHV]

Thisssssssss is my glovebox

[@fps4506]

One of the most stunning cars available…pure class! The improvements to the interior are impressive!

[@gregorygant4242]

At 350 grand it better be !

[@purwantiallan5089]

​@@gregorygant4242350 grand? I thought its only 320 grand.

[@stephenbrody2717]

There is more for the driver and it is as much about luxury as performance. The other cars in its class are more obbesesd with performance and tech. Or crazy lines with the body much more of a fight when driving for more than 30 mins. Yes it is expensive…

[@LaczPro]

The most obvious way to distinguish it from the DB11 is that huge grille. No way you missed it. I'm impressed. This really feels like a proper Aston Martin with its luxury and sportiness on a GT. Not a V12, but still amazing.

[@purwantiallan5089]

DB12 has 30bhp more than DB11. DB12 has 517.

[@royliber3824]

With the recent trend of having luxury and sports cars with huge grilles, I think Aston Martin did it best. It looks stupid on Lexus, it looks really stupid on BMW... But for Aston it kinda stands where you want it. Not too much into your face yet the distinguished look is still there.

[@piccojm]

@@purwantiallan5089 671 hp. I bought one today

[@R33CEG]

@@purwantiallan5089Wrong. DB11 has 530, DB12 has 680. That isn’t an increase of 30, unless you’ve got the maths intelligence of a 3 year old

[@IceTTom]

@@R33CEGyou hate this guy, don’t you? 😆

[@latenightretro7689]

I always watch Doug’s videos as if I’m in the market to upgrade from my Jetta to a DB12.

[@hemesath3]

at the Aston dealer now, seeing what they will give me for my 2012 Forester

[@BL4K_B4BIES]

😂

[@rykehuss3435]

@@hemesath3tea and biscuits

[@DantManDantMan]

Hahaha

[@mateorojas2492]

Getting in the back seats and outside reviews are back again!! Love it!

[@alexmicco]

I’m thrilled that Doug trying to fit himself into the back seats has made a return.

[@purwantiallan5089]

The back seat in DB12 was the major highlight.

[@John_Hoover]

Thanks for pointing out the P,R,N, and D, Doug. Always wondered what those stood for.

[@Mr-pn2eh]

Interesting

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

Umm, nooo. He was demonstrating how it works, not what they stood for. The bigger concern now is why you couldn't decipher this on your own.

[@John_Hoover]

@@bigmacdaddy1234 The biggest concern is you thought I was being serious.

[@damienlee1165]

​@@bigmacdaddy1234 whoosh

[@etiennebergeron8881]

@@John_HooverThanks for your participation in this comment section. I sure hope you don’t crack these types of jokes in front of your classmates all the time! Gotta love the ones who believe their strong suit is in humor! Hope you find yourself big man.

[@RebelPMP]

Aston Martin has consistently designed amazing looking coupes with similar design language, this one is no different. Great looking car

[@Quietmedows02]

Green is such an underrated color imo, looks so good on cars, like BMW for example

[@holeefok3158]

British brands official color like A.M., and J. They use that green color since the 40's 50's races, tha's how Ferrari was red.

[@titicaca.]

True! Saw a green m2 (I think?) recently, and it was amazing. Not all cars can pull it off, but it really works for more aggressive looking cars

[@pinkraven4402]

Have you seen this one famous green Ferrari F40?

[@KermitOfWar]

Torquois green always looks good on exotics.

[@Catcrumbs]

@@holeefok3158The use of British Racing Green dates back to 1903. The British racers adopted Ireland's green because when it was their turn to host the Gordon Bennett Cup, motor racing on public roads was illegal in Great Britain, so they hosted the race in Ireland instead. The colours of the flag of the United Kingdom already have been reserved by other nations, the British adopted green as a mark of respect towards Ireland for hosting the event and then they stuck with it.

[@maxmike181]

This felt like a classic Doug Review. The squeeze in the back seat brought a smile to me 100%

[@Bojan1291]

Fun fact: Whenever Doug advertises Cars & Bids before reviewing a new car, he showcases auctions of cars of the same type as the reviewed car. For instance, Before the DB12 review there were auctions of supercars.

[@IceTTom]

He never does that.. 😐

[@Kmullins131]

Getting in the back seats! Love to see you bringing that back!

[@mohitreddy9999]

That sound is music to ears 🔥

[@Randolph_]

Old school style Doug Demuro review like this is ❤ The backseat test, the plebeian sarcasm! It’s back ❤

[@fobionaggaard28_88]

This car looks so great! And it feels also great! especially in the Interior, i checked it out at the local Aston Martin dealer, absolutely perfect. The Exterior is also beautiful, the Db11 elements looking still pretty good.

[@TheRealTomLauda]

This engine bay is far less sexy than its predecessor's. BUT... what a gorgeous car ! And I like that the screen is not protruding like crazy on the dashboard, keeping it clean. Great improvement on the interior, compared to the DB11. I'm falling in love with Aston Martin all over again.

[@teeent911]

Excellent review Doug of my favorite Brand. Aston Martin DB12 is a dream ride, Can't wait for the new Vantage review

[@shaundavenport621]

Yep bring on the Vantage,so glad they've changed the lights!

[@BasharHassan22]

Hey Doug, Thanks again for a good review! I commented last time and hopefully this gets more upvotes this time - please include a section, even if a couple of sentences, on the audio quality of the speaker system in a car. Would be appreciated!

[@RolandSchlosser]

The 3D camera feature always blows my mind, like, how do they do it? It's like magic to me :o

[@Amar-pt2or]

at first i thought it used like gps or something because its a top down view

[@seniraranasinghe645]

I’m not an expert but the car has multiple cameras taking a live feed from all angles. Then they’re stitched together. Gets adjusted to look like it’s a top-down view. That’s why when you’re standing at the edge of the 360 view you get stretched. But u should do ur own research as I previously mentioned I’m not an expert

[@pinkraven4402]

Basically it uses multiple cameras to use perspective and stuff to wrap the 3D net over everything, model where what is and it combines it into a 3D model

[@Cincy32]

You are correct, it is magic.

[@eastbaystreet1242]

I knew it! :-) I just needed corroboration. @@Cincy32

[@BRAINFxck10]

Doug the type of guy to zoom in on the dust over the center controls so future owners know its gonna be a PITA keeping that clean

[@joeljeffrey9139]

Yeah they should done CF trim around the center controls, but car manufacturers have a kink for gloss black.

[@bwofficial1776]

Anyone who can afford this has someone to clean their cars after every drive.

[@95mushroom]

All the dander on the piano black was really gross

[@RyneLanders]

I'm so glad they used physical dials for climate, audio, and the drive modes. That's how you do it!

[@lorenzromano2445]

A good old, typical DDM review! I loved it, thanks! Keep it up 😁

[@Wildman2291]

A video outside!?? Yay!

[@trelee9865]

The DB11 has been by dream car since it's debut, I'm gonna miss the V12 and personally prefer the look of the DB11's front end, but glad this is still an impressive vehicle

[@devongee1776]

Aston makes the most beautiful cars!!

[@hankstar.1]

OMG Doug is the type of guy to make his viewers happy. Love the backseat check.

[@Scyrixus]

The color spec is stunning.

[@Jzwiz]

kinda funny the db12 doesnt have a v12. woulda fit very well

[@mr.mercury4247]

I really like this video compared to your more recent stuff. You're doing something right with this video!

[@98765432139267]

$10,000 for bowers & Wilkins audio is insane! Lot of cheap brands have this system as standard!!

[@FifyKaqiqiPain]

The audio quality is the most Doug thing ever 😂

[@grasucat1720]

"Handbuilt in Britain by Ahmed"

[@arcticbreeze4122]

Lmao yea ahmed sounds like a cool guy but the name doesn't match the aesthetic 😂

[@brianmorecombe2726]

A lot of ahmeds in Britain

[@marcusbyron4195]

I love this old format. Way better then inside for every video!!

[@mackjsm7105]

Built in England... by AHMED... each.. "England"

[@nathanielyoung3479]

Doug is OUTSIDE !🎉🎉🎉

[@Bmontepeque11]

Okay, I may be getting old, but I like this Aston Martin more than Ferraris just because this is so sensible (Of course passionwise and soundwise I still prefer Ferrari) and well thought out, I LOVE IT 💚 Also YES, finally got one of your reviews with beautiful backgrounds again 💚💚 Edit: Oh, I forgot, I think those backseats are just for added practicality, maybe you wanna throw your backpack in the back seat if you have a passenger for example :)

[@camperhonsa8633]

Doug is the kind of guy that calls a tyre the Pilot sport “5 S” while at the same time you can clearly see on the sidewall that Michelin call it the Pilot sport “S 5”

[@ivans8713]

beautiful interior and exterior. i like they didnt put screens everywhere like german cars, but have buttons and they look amazing

[@frogtherapist9772]

dudee i just saw this exact car in this trim otw to the gym yesterday, it was so beautifully

[@deanisplemoni]

This was such an old school style Doug DeMuro review. Love it.

[@freak4f1]

Glad you mentioned the name of the color it was wearing. I’m not a fan of green, but that was gorgeous! Beautiful car, in and out.

[@andyb52804]

I know your new concrete bunker is a lot more convenient to film cars, but it lacks the pleasing visual component that comes with making content intended to be watched. Great review and great car! Thanks Doug!

[@RonaldSimkin]

DOUG Top Ten Idea: If you were going to drive a car from California to the East Coast and back, what car would you pick at different price points? Start with under $10,000 and finish with over $1 million.... I'ld think something like under 10k, 20k, 35k, 50k, 75k, 150k, 350k, 700k, under 1 million and over 1million.

[@2015BLOXXER]

This has been my favourite review this year so far

[@pwnstroyer]

Finally we get Doug squeezing in the back again 😂

[@Jaymake]

After everybody called Doug out in one of those last two seater car reviews for not sitting in the back seat he did it here. Doug is awesome!

[@nimaypatel3060]

Would like to pick on Doug's 1 quirk about the car. The lever to bonnet opener is on the passenger side not because Aston Martin didn't borther BUT because it's apparently it's the same for right hand drive cars too. I am currently test driving Aston Martins and I noticed it being on the passenger side for both Rapide & DB9.

[@toddknight6855]

That graphic that pops up as you change drive mode is phenomenal UIX design. So satisfying....

[@donactdum6635]

“It performed as well as it needed to even if it didn’t quite have all the cylinders people wanted” that’s a good way to sum it up fr

[@qbranch2405]

@DougDeMuro the "Final Inspection" plate under the hood on modern Astons refers to the entire car's final inspection, not the person who built the engine. This is made more confusing by where they have chosen to mount this plate on the newer cars, but if you ever get a chance to do the factory tour at Gaydon, they explain this.

[@alexviramontes9198]

Doug trying the backseat plus a voice over take while reviewing the car brings back old Doug reviews of 2017-2019 before his current style. Please bring back music in the background while opening and closing the top in convertibles.

[@chartreux1532]

I love Astons and this one looks amazing but it's definitely better to wait and buy them used because they they get into reasonable Prices within about a Year. Prost & Cheers from Berchtesgaden in the Bavarian Alps

[@Schlayers]

Doung in the back seat again! The legend!!

[@turn1_shorts]

LOVE the sound tuning on this car. Sounds very different to any AMG product and has a recognizable Aston flair to it. They knocked this car out of the park...

[@pmpbuhgm]

A quite interesting and informative review as we always anticipate from you sir and I highly appreciate it. But being a tire geek I have something to say about @5:31 it is a Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 not 5 S and the lettering AML means that it is specifically developed for Aston Martin cars. Thus, when a tire deteriorates the owner has no choice but the dealership to source it.

[@wmgcbs]

My first time watching, Your pretty good at car reviews my man !

[@Laradoxx]

cool vid it helped me choose which car im going to get .im picking mine up tommorow

[@andrewmaxfield5873]

Thats my car! At 3:50 - I will always love you Keira! Thank you Cars & Bids - but it was bittersweet.

[@gabrielesala6336]

aston has just been killing it with the design, cars from almost 10 years ago still look brand new and amazing. top 5 brands regarding design right now

[@Ogee4life]

Really impressed this sports luxury Aston. Really a big step up on the interior with tech especially. This will probably be a winner

[@ghost21501]

Doug, a man of culture, listening to AFI.

[@alfonsovaz4463]

Thank you Doug for filming again in exteriors! The sun light makes a great difference! Please don't make more videos in the dark garage 🙏

[@marinogrivonlaverde6963]

This one felt like your classic reviews.Keep that way !

[@spiralnapkin]

THANK YOU FOR GETTING INTO THR BACKSEAT! It takes me back.

[@jeffkinney3342]

Beautiful car and a great review. This car would look great in a shooting break configuration and also potentially relieve some of the back seat issues.

[@gandalf5895]

Thank God the britts stayed reasonable and kept the HVAC controls physical! Sounds and looks are on par, though I'd love to see a limited edition with a proper 800 BHP V12

[@G.UK76]

You will. The new DBS is a V12.

[@LaurinKramer]

The interior is absolutely gorgeous (especially compared to the DB11). Minus the gloss black it would be perfect. Volkswagen has the Smart Climate for years and I love it and use it quite frequently, nice to see these features also in upscale cars that where years behind previously.

[@christopherwinters7320]

Beautiful car!! Great reviews in detail as usual. Great job

[@angelospetalas4468]

You are the Bob Ross of car reviews

[@theretoocs]

Nice review. Superb car. Would also be great to see the car in action on the road, a simply drive-by for example, as opposed to just an interior shot of Doug speaking

[@hyperlogos]

The dial RINGS the stop-start button... "rims" is something else bro

[@Th3_ArCh0n]

I loved the voice over. Not sure why but way better than in person talking

[@rc7016]

I love this car. (not that color mind you....). Hard to beat Aston exterior design and now decent tech inside

[@MrDDawson]

The way Doug says Soooooo is the same as Chuck D from the first PE record in the song So Sophisticated.

[@NiTeHaWKnz]

Rimac did the infotainment and battery for Valkyrie. I wouldnt be surprised if they did the infotainment for the DB12 as well. I see AML have also managed to get the AMG engine to sound like one of their own, it sounds great.

[@Crotal_Karma]

Yes! Squeezing into backseats again! Haven't seen that in a loonngg time!

[@bokang2312]

This is simply the best db12 review as of date.

[@mortensenvick5711]

I was on the market for one of these actually, but I won't order 'cause it's not awd. I'll get a low miles GTC4 lusso v12 instead.

[@the.mylooo]

idk if this is good or not in terms of design nowdays, but the center has a lot of buttons, i mean its good to see buttons again in this era but in the same time its a lot, reminds me of older cars like porshes cars

[@brup123]

I know someone who has a DB11 and I always thought it firmly looked like a GT car, and something about it just looked off. I know it's designed to be a GT car, but it really did not look aggressive enough for an AM imo. The sound wasn't all that impressive either given it had a V8/V12. With the DB12, based on this video, it really seems like AM made an effort to make the car look a lot more like a refined supercar than a lazy tourer, and it sounds a lot louder too. The design changes are subtle, but enough to completely transform it in my opinion. Stunning looking car that looks much better than the DB11 which I was frankly underwhelmed with. I'm surprised Doug also didn't mention just how much better the interior is vs the DB11 as well. The 11's interior looked dated from when it launched, let alone today, but the 12's looks excellent and very modern. I think AM knocked this out of the park after losing their way in recent years with the DB11 and Vantage.

[@garyleibitzke4166]

Doug, I've heard the rumor from a few sources that Aston is bringing back the Rapide and it's going to be based on the DB12. I like the paint color, except for the satin finish. Paint needs to be shiny.

[@naveepenniman8649]

I've loved Aston's since the first one i saw as a kid. Im glad theyre on the if its not broke dont fix it with the styling

[@CruzeUK]

I was born in the town where Aston Martin Works is. Driven plenty in my time as I know the old school engineers and mechanics.

[@brandonl8039]

Surprised no mention of what appears to be some active aero ducts down on the top of the trunk.

[@danmiddle2]

My RHD Aston in the UK has the bonnet release on the left in the passenger footwell. So clearly they do change the side, but place it in the passenger footwell for whatever reason.

[@EddieRicks-i8v]

Very nice car but I have sat down in cars with long front ends and don’t like that seating position . They look good but it’s weird feeling.

[@jshumphress13]

Beautiful car as usual. You can knock Aston for a lot of things, but you can’t knock the way it looks and sounds. *chefs kiss*

[@davidbaron6647]

😮 beautiful work of art. Outstanding

[@BDaviddiesel]

Great review. I'm praying 5 million subs for you soon.

[@LTCTTM]

Correction Doug, the engine latch is on the passenger side even in RHD vehicles. Owned 2 Aston's and both have been the same!

[@beganny]

I think this looks 100x better than the DB11 - not sure what it is, the new front end and the proportions but I never liked the design of the DB11 (not that I can get one) and I LOVE this design. Just those subtle things make it so much better. That being said, you could get 17 and a half 2002 Maserati coupes for this $$$!!!!