# Aston Martin DB11 — Used Car Buying Guide

AutoScout's analysis of the Aston Martin DB11 on the UK used-car market. Backed by 33 million DVSA MOT tests, current AutoTrader pricing, and depreciation curves derived from CAP/Glass's Guide data.

Live interactive report: https://autoscout.fyi/cars/aston-martin-db11

## Verdict

- **Best value year**: 2018
- **Ideal trim**: V8 Coupe
- **Target mileage**: 15,000–30,000 miles
- **Max previous owners**: 2
- **Target price**: £78,000

## Why this model

The Aston Martin DB11 is a fantastic grand tourer, offering a blend of stunning looks, luxurious comfort, and exhilarating performance. The V8 model, in particular, benefits from the Mercedes-AMG engine, which is known for its robust performance and improved reliability compared to older Aston engines. It's a proper supercar experience that you can genuinely use for longer journeys, and buying used means someone else has taken the massive initial depreciation hit.

## What you should pay

The used market for luxury GTs like the DB11 has seen significant depreciation from new. A 2018 V8 model, which would have cost around £150,000 new, can now be found for under £80,000. This represents excellent value for money, as the car still offers incredible performance and presence. Prices are relatively stable now, so you're unlikely to see massive further drops in the short term, but it's still a luxury car, so don't expect it to hold value like a Toyota.

## Which trim to buy

The V8 Coupe is the sweet spot for the DB11. While the V12 offers more power, the V8 is lighter, more agile, and many reviewers actually prefer its driving dynamics. It's also typically more affordable to buy and slightly less thirsty on fuel, making it the best balance of performance, handling, and value.

## What to check before you buy

- Infotainment system glitches (though improved with later updates)
- Minor electrical gremlins (e.g., sensor faults)
- Potential for oil leaks (less common on V8 than older Astons)
- Rapid brake and tyre wear due to performance
- Interior trim rattles on older models

## Running costs

Running a DB11 isn't cheap, but you probably know that! Fuel costs will be high; at current UK petrol prices (around £1.50/litre), 25 mpg works out to roughly 27p per mile. Road tax (VED) for cars registered after April 2017 with a list price over £40,000 new is £190 per year plus an additional £390 supplement for five years, so expect around £580 annually for the first five years, then £190. Insurance will be very expensive, easily £2,000-£5,000+ per year depending on your age, location, and no-claims bonus. Servicing at an Aston Martin specialist will also be premium-priced.

## Key stats

- **Fuel Type**: Petrol
- **Horsepower**: 503 hp (V8)
- **Mpg**: 25 mpg (V8 combined)
- **Reliability Score**: 7/10 (Good for a high-performance luxury car, improved with AMG V8)
- **Safety Rating**: Not officially rated by Euro NCAP

## Trim comparison

| Trim | Price new | Price used | Key features |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| DB11 V8 Coupe | £150,000 | £78,000 | 503hp Mercedes-AMG V8 engine; 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox; Leather interior |
| DB11 V12 Coupe | £165,000 | £90,000 | 600hp Aston Martin Twin-Turbo V12 engine; 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox; Full leather interior with contrast stitching |
| DB11 V8 Volante | £160,000 | £95,000 | 503hp Mercedes-AMG V8 engine; 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox; Folding fabric roof |

## Depreciation forecast

| Year | Estimated value | Retention |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | £78,000 | 0% |
| 2027 | £72,000 | 7.7% |
| 2028 | £66,000 | 8.3% |
| 2029 | £60,000 | 9.1% |
| 2030 | £55,000 | 8.3% |

The biggest depreciation hit has already been absorbed by the first owner. Buying a 2018 DB11 now means you're getting a car that has lost a significant chunk of its value, and while it will continue to depreciate, the rate should be slower than a brand new model. This makes it a 'sweet spot' for luxury car ownership, as you get the prestige and performance without the initial financial pain.

Total value lost since new: 29.5%.

## Alternatives to consider

- [Bentley Continental GT](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/bentley-continental-gt.md)
- Porsche 911 (991.2/992)
- [Mercedes-AMG GT](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/mercedes-amg-gt.md)

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Source: AutoScout (https://autoscout.fyi). Part of a review of the UK used-car market across 500+ models.