Aston Martin DB12 vs Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG S E Performance
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG S E Performance
Overview
| Spec | Aston Martin DB12V8 | Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG S E PerformanceAMG SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | V8 | AMG SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Aston Martin DB12V8 | Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG S E PerformanceAMG SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $245,000 | $207,900 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Aston Martin DB12V8 | Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG S E PerformanceAMG SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Combined MPGe | — | 29 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 11 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 1.1 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 20.6 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Aston Martin DB12V8 | Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG S E PerformanceAMG SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 671 hp | 805 hp (best) |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft | 1047 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4 L | 4 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Aston Martin DB12V8 | Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG S E PerformanceAMG SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 3.9 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,942 lbs (best) | 4,839 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in (best) | 106.3 in |
| Length | 186 in (best) | 185.2 in |
| Width | 76.5 in (best) | 75.4 in |
| Height | 51 in | 53.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Aston Martin DB12V8 | Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG S E PerformanceAMG SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Aston Martin DB12 | Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG S E Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | V8 $245,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE $207,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | V8 Volante $265,000 MSRP | — |