Why the New Aston Martin DB12 is Worth $300,000 - TheSmokingTire

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Aston Martin is calling their new DB12 the "World's First Super Tourer." So, are they right, or is this just marketing speak? The car certainly has potential - it costs between $250,000 and $300,000, makes 671 horsepower, has a top speed over 200 mph, and finally has an interior and technology package befitting its price point. But how does it stack up to the Ferrari Roma and 812, and the Bentley GT Speed? Matt heads all the way to the South of France to find out.
Aston Martin provided the flight, hotel, transfers, meals, much of the b-roll and photo assets, and a pair of Bowers & Wilkins headphones in exchange for this review.
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This is Why the New Aston Martin DB12 is Worth $300,000 - TheSmokingTire
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[@Gabtrack]

These hard critics make your content more accurate and trustworthy than other reviews, which would only praise the manufacturer’s brochure and the overall context of the event… That’s why we listen to your stuff! Keep being true to yourself, for better and for worse!

[@JRacerActual]

I think Throttle House had a good review of it. Seemed honest.

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@OneIssueVoter It’s interesting that you say Throttle House has a better review even though you complained about TST being overproduced in another comment, while TH is probably way more Top Gear-wannabe and overproduced than TST will ever be

[@eloneatmyshorts]

@OneIssueVoterno

[@u.a.nugroho]

i don't get it why he comparing it with 812? That's kinda far from its kind.. he should compare it with ferrari Roma.. and else that close.

[@DearMajesty]

Lol Matt is a big shill and sucks at driving. I would take his comments with a HUGE grain of salt

[@superr4368]

Dearest Matt and Zack. This video is TOP NOTCH and you both have put so much into development!! I am proud to be a Smoking Tire fan! Well done gents 👍👍- Keep up the outstanding effort. 🙏🙏💪🏻💪🏻 You both deserve the success you have already achieved and I have no doubt will multiply in the future. Peace from Kelowna, BC

[@Jordan-ql8pv]

I love this channel as well. Im also from BC haha. Matt and Zack are great. Especially Matt though. A true gifted car journalist.

[@brianpotstra5063]

I was going to write this exact same comment, but now I don't need to. 1000% agree this is top notch content! Bravo TST!

[@FernandoSosaIndustries]

Agreed Bravo !!!

[@cib2413]

I think it’s a beautiful update. What the DB11 should have always been. The interior updates bode well for the next DBX refresh and the next Vantage refresh. Both good cars that just need this extra cooking time in the oven like the DB12 to really stand out or at least have a legitimate chance to compete.

[@JimmyRoland]

absolutely loving that attention and hand touches you guys are doing to the videos. bravo my friends

[@stevemartegani]

I certainly wasn't expecting to see Matt's bare feet today...

[@Kdubzlovescars]

But we got the lucky today

[@frasercrossan7334]

Neither was I but I want more 🤤

[@donsummers5678]

I just save my screenshot.

[@Heyitsallgoodman]

Feet gang out in force today 😅

[@deathcab4booty]

NOT THE SIDEWALK SLAPPERS

[@darrenbounds]

So as an owner of the DB11 2018 (V12) and DBS 2020 (V12), it was nice to see the infotainment update. The other thing I noticed in the videos that I'm happy to see is that they've detached the paddle shifts allowing them to move with the wheel as you turn. Previously they were fixed in place and much too long in order to compensate for that. Still, there is no way the DB12 should be next to a SuperFast, perhaps the DBS, but even then, the lack of a double clutch makes these cars full much much more sluggish than either of the others.

[@joereisman9151]

The production value and editing of this video has been your best yet since the departure of "one takes." I sincerely hope that this video gets the traffic it deserves given the obvious and intentional effort. Keep it up, fellas.

[@Geetee3991]

Depressingly, it really doesn’t seem to be. Really sucks cause they killed it.

[@hashbeanmia69]

Looking fit!!! Great job!!! I’ve been watching since the first one take. I always remember the 3 350z cars you drove and how different they were and I’m building my 350z like the stiff one you enjoyed changing lanes in.

[@jamiegoddard1899]

I’ve watched a lot of the DB12 reviews and this was comfortably my favourite. Good job Matt👍🏻

[@gas-o-meter]

and Zack* sry haha

[@bp8__163]

these recent reviews have been money. killing it with the scripts, edits, and everything in between. keep it up, and thank you for this review even though i don’t have $300k for a “super tourer”.

[@captainkirks7600]

2 minutes in and already appreciating The quality. Love the narration and great setup

[@EnFonde_6]

That was the most interesting DB12 review of the 3 I watched today. Great work, I noticed a real step up on the recent reviews, the narrative and analysis is very very good.

[@Ficon]

Nothing says genuine British sports car like Mercedes-Benz running gear. It’s like a Spitfire with crosses.

[@eugenux]

😂😂

[@jeffk464]

Yeah, the mustang had a Rolls Royce engine, so there.

[@Ficon]

@@jeffk464 What’s your point? P-51D Mustang wasn’t being marketed as a premium British car.

[@davomyarse]

A trim-looking Matt spread on a sun lounger and a spectacularly shot and edited video of a gorgeous car - this video has everything! Seriously though, this video feels too good for KZbin. No click bait, honesty, beautifully shot and put together - a refreshing amount of integrity has gone into this.

[@WAYTOOCOMPLICATED]

What a glorious looking car, the interior has come on leaps and bounds since the last review I watched 👍👍

[@marwancabbabe]

I just discovered your channel and this is a great video on the DB12 if not the best till now. You covered all the topics smoothly and interestingly and let me reassure you, it’s also a Me concern😊 That being said, I’ve subscribed to your channel. Cheers

[@rc7016]

Great looking car and finally an Aston with a decent interior tech setup.

[@jeffk464]

Dont like it, I only like the looks of the Vantage.

[@rc7016]

@@jeffk464 I actually like the Vantage better too but the tech in it is so awful, it kills the car.

[@antonioruiz1540]

Great looking car It has a decent interior !!

[@Nightmaretyrant]

Matt looking svelte, turned that ship around real fast! Extremely impressive. I loved the review, I much prefer this softer design language to some of the late 10s Astons

[@Lenoch_]

Love the travelogue style, Matthew.

[@Leeskybrick]

Dude you’re looking good, keep it up!

[@AVRides]

Great video, new (old) format is very entertaining. But if I had $300k there is no way I'm taking this over a 911 Turbo S or even a Continental GT Speed

[@andrekeil2423]

Great video guys! Love the effort you guys have been putting into these new pieces, some of the best quality on youtube I have seen in a while.

[@sanxi34]

What a beautiful video and script man!!! So what I am gathering is that while claiming it is the first "Super Tourer" is a huge stretch in what the DB12 represents, it is certainly worthy of the category... Also go scrolly wheels!!! Stop putting everything into capacitive buttons and touch screens hahaha

[@RelentlessxGamers]

Lotus Emira, now this. We're starting to make some amazing cars again.

[@wrxpilot]

Another great video, well done guys. I’m definitely more of a fair weather Aston fan, but I have to admit this car is absolutely gorgeous - inside and out. I’m not in the income bracket for this, but definitely this is more my style than something from the Italians.

[@EricRodriguezJ]

Amazing video! Not sure how this looks on the backend for y'all, but I have to say, I love these type of videos y'all have been making the last few months. Keep up the good work.

[@ludda42]

I want this car so much. Sounds like the best balance between luxury/comfort and performance. If you want a more edgy sporty car; 812. If you want more luxury; Continental GT. If you want the best balance of both; DB12.

[@McNasty43]

It's not as drop-dead gorgeous as the DB9, but IMO a more worthy successor than the DB11, especially on the inside. The V8 sounds great as well. Personally, I think the DB12 falling slightly behind Ferrari and Bentley in performance is okay. I'm wondering if people shopping in this price bracket are actually cross-shopping. If I was looking at the Aston, it's because I want the Aston, not just "I have $300k to spend. What should I buy?"

[@joshuaholman7760]

The DB11 is still to this day a let down for aston. Also, I think astons get over looked simply because it's an Aston Martin.. which let's be honest, doesn't have the prestige and pop cultural appeal like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche or Bentley.

[@leonardr6704]

This is probably the Aston I've been most excited about in the last 10ish years, and definitely the one I want in my future garage the most. Great review Matt!

[@leoborrell4031]

❤

[@leoborrell4031]

🎉

[@sxmolin]

Great video! Do hate the “today’s video sponsored by…” spots in a lot of channels. That’s why we pay extra fees to KZbin to not have endless commercials…

[@jerdonsbabbler3515]

I’m with you on that.

[@VeronicaMorrieSlays]

I love me a V12, shame this one doesn't have a V12.

[@papa_pt]

one of the main reasons I'd been interested in Aston

[@johnnyboy1586]

I'm with you Matt concerning the dash intramentations ,I love the old traditional gauges and switches

[@calebloewen]

Great video guys! Excellent journalism and story telling!

[@Lamontius]

Great review, you guys are hitting an awesome stride with your content lately! I think you've really developed a groove and format that works well for you and your audience

[@VenomRoadRacing]

First time I've seen you do full production stuff again. Missed these so much. Now I have to dig and see how many more I missed. Lol

[@MBisFrenchy]

Looking great Matt!

[@ChrisDorgan]

Love the interior. You’re right though get the old dash with the opposite dials and it would be perfect. Shame it’s a screen for speedo etc

[@georgimihalkov4781]

"We've created a new class of car by making our DB11 sportier and giving it a new interior!"...It looks amazing, but Porsche and BMW would call that a facelift.

[@bigbobbyf]

Matt & Zack, this is a really nice format, executed very well. Don’t get me wrong, I love a One/Two Take but this elevated format feels special. Really hauls the crumpets one might say. Great work.

[@flyingphoenix113]

I don't get it. Most people actually liked the front and side view of the DB11 (at least until that awkward Nissan-esque floating C-pillar). So.... they restyled the one part that people liked (and gave it a MASSIVE grille to placate the Chinese market), but they didn't restyle the one part of the car that everyone criticized (the rear)? This seems like a massive misstep for Aston; they still don't understand why people didn't buy the DB11 (though, thankfully, this interior is much better).

[@jaychu3850]

Let’s be real you can’t afford one anyways so….. 😂

[@flyingphoenix113]

@@jaychu3850, on the contrary, I very much can. And, even if I couldn't, that is an extremely poor counter argument. Journalists tend not to be able to afford the luxurious things they review, but their opinions are given tremendous weight for a reason.

[@baloalpar4149]

Fantastic work on the Video Matt. I'm proud of my brother for working on the design of the DB12.

[@Quatt22]

The production value lately has been on point. Top Gear of yesteryear vibes

[@stephenhenion8304]

Saw one recently . On the Green in Litchfield Ct..... had to pull out my phone for a couple snapshots... Thanks Matt...

[@EddieRicks-i8v]

I don’t see Aston Martin on the road that often but last week I was driving my gf audi r8 and we saw a new Aston Martin pass us an he revved his engine as he passed us and we were like did you see that lol 😂 I think they are really nice but we like our all wheel 🛞 drive Germanic cars 😊

[@CMoney9696]

Super well done, ace producing. 12 years later and I still love this channel.

[@loonatticat]

Seems like a nice car. Matt just sold a number greater than zero with this video. Personally, the DB4 GT Zagato is the ultimate Aston for my dollar. $14 million and $300 thousand are equally impossible for me, so I can afford to make such distinctions.

[@bobhallinan5490]

Awesome review Matt! While the outside is certainly improved over the previous car, it was the interior that really blew me away! It's modern, sporty and elegant.

[@AsmallVictory]

That Aston Green one with the gold wheels is fucking fire!!!

[@clutchcarabelli8054]

I'm around a lot of high end late model cars and I don't often see a flat bed picking up a broken down one but when I do It's usuallyn an Austin Martin.

[@Enselladus]

It's quite good posting these embargoed car reviews at a later time than everyone else because as soon as the embargo is lifted I get like 6 videos in my feed at the exact same time and I'll watch one and think I'll maybe watch some of the others later, then totally forget about it and don't watch them. When there is one review that is off-set from the rest I'm much more likely to watch that.

[@GentlemanJamesWin]

Rear stering is for the parking lot not the twisties.

[@The1MkII]

Great review Matt, and great car from Aston! The interior is such an improvement.

[@robertharmon2792]

Matt, Zach, that was some of the best work you guys have done. Thoughtful, concise, and very well written. The editing and sound track was spot on, I actually want to go drive this cat around France now!

[@carsculture4400]

Yo Matt & Zack I watched your ads all the way thru haha… The TST channel has evolved wonderfully. I see Matt slimming down and looking healthier, Zack has turned into a bonafide personality with more analogies than model 3s on the road and views trending up to match the subscriber count…. Ah, all is fine in automotive land. Keep up the great work guys!

[@geroldminhofer3295]

What a fantastic intro. Perfect.

[@tealruby1]

This video is so nicely put together. Great work, tight script, good visuals. This feels like a very well prepared lunch, if that makes any sense.

[@pete_43299]

Matt great video! The way you piece the glamor shots together with your narration is on point!

[@gky3019]

Wonderful video, the picture quality is awesome and the monologue is fantastic. Great job!

[@JasonHD]

Haven't watched a recent SmokingTire video in awhile, dude is looking much leaner and healthier , on top of even better content , cool to see

[@dimitarttt]

How are you not getting 1M views on these! Amazing review!

[@spencerloop284]

Man I just watched the f type video from so many years ago and flash forward to tst2023 just got wowed by this video. Excellent production, great review, video, editing etc!

[@lookusover]

I currently own a DB11 that I love, but can't wait to own a DB12 !!

[@jerdonsbabbler3515]

The Rapide S was not a miss. Boy was it beautiful and it sounded fantastic. Fun and engaging to drive.

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

Lots of videos just popped as the embargo lifted. Easy choice. I trust Matt's read on these thing. And Harry Metcalf. Such a good introduction to the DB12. Happy to hear that Aston has hit the mark. They make such beautiful cars. Hate to see them miss.

[@twoeyedbob]

Brilliant review matt 👍 But let’s give it up to Aston for some top notch bribery I’ll happily write whatever they want for a few nights in that hotel 🙏😊

[@chillingwiththeboys9572]

Hey man I just want to say you're looking pretty good physically tried to keep up the good work and I love the videos the podcast everything you guys do keep up the great work you and Zack🎉🎉❤❤

[@mbclk65amg]

I havent even finished this yet and I'm blown away by the presentation. Continuing to enjoy the format gents!

[@sergh8605]

This was such great review! Thank you for all the hard work. About to listen to Podcast!

[@edwardbourke4328]

When we're talking about the new tires. "I am excited about the new michelin pilot sport s 5 tires too matt"

[@pdksloane]

Cracking bit of work. Lovely part of France.

[@tdub25]

the depr curve tells ya everything you need to know. the nouveau riche will love it though

[@Globbs]

Matt is looking fit these days. I like that you guys are switching up the content. Looks like the channel is finally growing again. This is the only Aston I've ever liked the interior of.

[@jojosaves]

At this price and for this brand, I agree. Some high end "Real" timepiece/ jewelry style analog dial(s) for one or two items would be fantastic. Say just the RPM guage, like Porsche's tach, but dialed up to real gold or silver with intricate design. Ohhh my. Icing on the cake indeed. And....get rid of any and all plastic.

[@Driver_88]

By far one of the best reviews I've seen from smoking, flowed so well

[@muthukumaranc]

This video is amazing! You guys should be proud of this!

[@ronintheamazon1492]

Matt, fantastic job on the weight loss you are looking great! Keep it up!

[@MathsYknow]

The car with the green pearl paint and gold wheels looks great.

[@jameslowry4299]

The green one is spectacularly lovely.

[@AutoPilotgogogo]

I've always enjoyed your channel and content, but these recent reviews of yours have been next level. Such great writing, presentation, editing, etc. Well done!

[@jonathancollard3710]

Excellent review… might even be tempted back into dealer showroom having left marque post DB9, opting for McLaren and Ferrari

[@aspiratedaloha2946]

Looking leaner Matt. Stay with it man!

[@ARGINH]

“Zack, draw me like one of your French girls” 😂. Awesome video guys.

[@Heyitsallgoodman]

Man that is one great looking car. Its probably fast enough. 812 is nuts

[@lambo4ever]

Great review, really enjoying this style of video.

[@Daausby]

Best looking Aston interior yet!…it’s about time

[@victorfranco6457]

Couple things here: 1. Think you tend to compare this or other great cars with other great cars...even getting into the weeds with the options or buttons - a bit too much. I don't think that's a fair assessment. I'm glad you generally like this car. I also think that people who purchase or covet cars in this price range don't care about the specific options. They are essentially buying brands, not options. I don't think someone is pushed to get a Bentley because of options (or lack thereof) on an Aston Martin. 2. Separate question and issue: do car companies listen to good writers like yourself? I hear you bring up a few issues with what seem to be simple fixes to "give people what they want" in terms of options. Some cars seem to miss the mark at times. You would think that after years of bringing some things to their attention, they'd get the message...Keep up the good work!

[@clc2328]

That music has me thinking Simon Whistler is about to make an appearance.....

[@CalvinGroover]

The playground of the tax free and the anonymous. Love it

[@tacticaljeep94]

God that green looks so good on the DB12!

[@propagandapanda6571]

The Ferrari 812 isn‘t a competitor for the DB12. It‘s way too expensive and powerful for that. The Ferrari Roma should be compared with the DB12.

[@kriscote3295]

Great video fellas!

[@ztunelover]

Excellent video Matt, I do have to ask, would this be comparable to the 812? or the Roma? The way I'm seeing the pricing this seems more comparable to the Roma than the 812, also I thought 812 production runs were sold out at this point?

[@hoperdepop]

I was kinda missing the grapes when you were lying on the sunbed

[@tippylosojos]

These are the best types of reviews

[@iFumoffu]

can't wait to see what they going to do with the vantage next

[@michaelyounes29]

Fantastic video. Loved the intro. I think you aired your criticisms extremely politely. It's clear that Aston are making better products today which is nice to nice!

[@RetrocarStyle]

Not a fan of most JLR or Aston cars but this one is very pretty. That shape is lovely

[@xprettylightsx]

Bravo on your success Mr. Farah.

[@lucianogonzalez8597]

Hope the views are trending in the right direction, because this is some of the best content you guys have made!

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

Aston was smart to bring Matt. I trust his reviews. Still, think the Aston for me is a fully depreciated stick shift from a few years ago combined with a mechanic who knows how to source Ford and Volvo parts. These cars look and sound fantastic.