Pure potential, realised. The hand-built 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 of the DB12 S is elevated to a new threshold of performance. Every tunable parameter is optimised, pushing power to a class-leading 700PS and delivering a relentless 800Nm of torque.
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DB12 S features the next generation of corner braking control, which is integrated within the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system. Leveraging a 6-dimensional accelerometer and advanced brake slip control, the system predicts and manages load transfer through every corner. Giving a stronger turn-in and greater mid-corner agility to deliver the dynamic feel of a shorter wheelbase with the added ride refinement and stability of a grand tourer. Torque vectoring across the rear axle also delivers sharper, more precise cornering behaviour. Optimising balance, control and confidence.
IMPECCABLE RESPONSE
The 8-speed automatic gearbox is recalibrated for a new level of intensity, with shift times cut by 43% to just 120 milliseconds. This heightened immediacy delivers a more urgent and visceral driving experience with every gear change.
EVERY INPUT ANSWERED DB12 S offers sharper driving characteristics without compromising on comfort. A thicker rear anti-roll bar increases stiffness by 7%, reducing body roll and improving agility. Calibration changes to the DTX dampers have broadened out their range of capabilities, not only sharpening responses, but also adding ride refinement.
Bespoke camber, toe and caster settings for DB12 S further aid stability and response, in addition to the standard fitting of Carbon Ceramic Brakes, which removes an impressive 27kg in unsprung mass. Software revisions to the steering deliver more weight and feel, maximising the sense of connection to the road.
Meanwhile, changes to the Electronic Differential (E-Diff) calibration allows faster acceleration out of corners, and further improves agility, blending sports car precision and front-end bite with the refinement and agility of a grand tourer.
CARBON CONFIDENCE
Carbon Ceramic Brakes (CCB) are fitted as standard on the new DB12 S. Delivering a linear, unwavering response that handles extreme conditions with expert control. Withstanding temperatures approaching 800°C, the CCB system offers confidence under hard braking, allowing the driver to remain focused on the road ahead.
A CLASS OF ITS OWN
Pure potential, realised. The hand-built 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 of the DB12 S is elevated to a new threshold of performance. Every tunable parameter is optimised, pushing power to a class-leading 700PS and delivering a relentless 800Nm of torque.
COMMAND THE CORNER
DB12 S features the next generation of corner braking control, which is integrated within the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system. Leveraging a 6-dimensional accelerometer and advanced brake slip control, the system predicts and manages load transfer through every corner. Giving a stronger turn-in and greater mid-corner agility to deliver the dynamic feel of a shorter wheelbase with the added ride refinement and stability of a grand tourer. Torque vectoring across the rear axle also delivers sharper, more precise cornering behaviour. Optimising balance, control and confidence.
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- 12 cil. 700HP is a lot of power for a coupe, but these days super sport cars needs at least 1000 HP hybrid engines to impress some "numbers matters" boys!- This just seems unnecessary. The DB was fine the way it is. If you wanted more power get the vanquish.
- I think I prefer the non S version. To my eye it's more elegant and I'm guessing it's the better riding of the two.
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