# Aston Martin DB12 S: 700 HP James Bond Legacy

> Aston Martin's 2027 DB12 S delivers 700 horsepower and 202 mph for pure Bond-style driving.
- Title: Aston Martin DB12 S: 700 HP James Bond Legacy · Maxim
- Summary: Aston Martin's 2027 DB12 S delivers 700 horsepower and 202 mph for pure Bond-style driving. The 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S produces 700 horsepower and 202 mph…
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- Source: Maxim — https://maxim.com/rides/the-2027-aston-martin-db12-s-carries-on-james-bonds-legacy-with-pure-twin-turbo-v8-horsepower
- Published: 2026-10-16T13:30:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: aston martin, db12 s, james bond, 2027, 700 horsepower, twin-turbo v8, 202 mph
## Aston Martin DB12 S Launch
The 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S is the most powerful road-focused DB car with 700 horsepower and 202 mph.
## James Bond Legacy
The DB5 from Goldfinger inspired the modern Aston Martin DB line, including the DB7 and DB9.
## DB12 S Performance
The 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine produces 700 horsepower and 600 pound-feet of torque for 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds.
## Driving Experience
The DB12 S spins easily on twisty roads with torque spooling and rear axle slip in Sport or Sport+ mode.
## Interior Features
The DB12 S features semi-aniline leather, diamond-stitched seats, Alcantara headliner, and a 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system.
## Price Range
The base price starts at $272,000, with a tester version at $400,000 including carbon fiber packages and Bowers & Wilkins.
## Key takeaway

The 2027 Aston Martin DB12 S produces 700 horsepower and 202 mph, reviving James Bond's legacy with a twin-turbo V8 engine.