Comparison: Turning circle Aston Martin DB9 vs. competitors 2025

Ah, the Aston Martin DB9, one of Britain's most beloved grand tourers, a car that oozes sophistication and performance in equal measure. But we're not here to wax lyrical about its illustrious history or its thunderous V12. No, we're here to talk about something far more practical yet often overlooked: the turning circle. Yes, the turning circle—the measure of how maneuvrable this British brute is when you're trying to navigate the tight streets of London or do a U-turn in a less than spacious driveway. For the 70-odd grand price tag, you'd expect nothing less than exemplary performance even in this aspect, and the DB9 doesn't disappoint. Or does it? Let's delve in.

Aston Martin DB9 - How has the turning circle changed over the generations?

The Aston Martin DB9 has seen some changes in its lifetime, particularly from its first generation to the facelift. The early models of the DB9, running from 2004 to 2012, appear to have undisclosed turning circle data, which, let's be honest, leaves us all in a bit of a lurch. However, for the facelift model from 2012 to 2015, we have a turning circle of 12.00 meters. Not particularly spritely, mind you, but not dreadful either. Compared to the earlier iterations where data isn't available, it may not give us a complete picture, but at least we have a benchmark. A whopping circumference of 12.00 meters is not something to scoff at; it's a bit like trying to turn a yacht in a swimming pool.

Aston Martin DB9 generations
  • DB9, Model year 2004 (1.Generation) 0 m
  • DB9, Model year 2012 ) (1.Generation (1. Facelift) 12 m
The difference in Turning circle between first generation (1.Generation) from 2004 and last generation (1.Generation (1. Facelift)) from 2012 is 12 m.
The turning circle of the current generation of DB9 is 12 m.

Variants

Aston Martin DB9 variants: DB9 Coupé vs. DB9 Volante
  • DB9 Coupé 12 m
  • DB9 Volante 12 m

The turning circle compared to other Aston Martin models

When you compare the DB9 to other Aston Martin models, it fares reasonably well. The Aston Martin DB12 Coupé squeaks in with a slightly tighter turning circle of 11.70 meters. The Vantage Coupé and Vantage Roadster both come in at 11.80 meters, just that smidge more agile than the DB9. Meanwhile, the likes of the DBS 770 Ultimate Coupé and the DBS Superleggera Coupé are showing off with a 12.40-meter turning circle, which makes the DB9's 12.00 look positively petite by comparison. All in all, the DB9 nests somewhere in the middle of the Aston line when it comes to maneuverability, falling short of the Vantage line but not quite as unwieldy as the DBS models.

Aston Martin DB9 vs other current cars by Aston Martin
  • DB12 Coupé 11 m
  • DB12 Volante 11 m
  • Valhalla 12 m
  • DBX 12 m
  • DBX707 12 m
  • Vantage Coupé 12 m
  • Vantage Roadster 12 m
  • Vanquish Coupé 13 m

How does the turning circle of the Aston Martin DB9 compare to it's nearest competitors?

Now, let’s bring in the rivals, the other gladiators in the coliseum of turning circles. The Lamborghini Miura and the Lamborghini Jalpa both show up the DB9 with tighter circles of 11.50 and 11.00 meters respectively. Also, the Maserati Karif takes the cake with a remarkable 10.70 meters. Even the stylish Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, at 11.90 meters, makes the DB9's 12.00 meters look a bit lazy. Meanwhile, the classic Ford RS200 is practically doing ballet with a turning circle of 9.60 meters. It’s worth noting, however, that the difference in turning circles can, in part, be attributed to lengths and wheelbases. For example, the Aston Martin DB9 GT, a direct sibling to our primary subject, measures at 4,720 mm in length with a wheelbase of 2,740 mm and matches the DB9 with a turning circle of 12.00 meters. So, while the DB9 might not be the dartiest in tight spots, it certainly tows the line within its segment, maintaining its grace albeit with a bit broader berth.

Aston Martin DB9 vs. similar cars
  • ferrariFerrari 458 2009 10 m
  • ferrariFerrari 488 2015 10 m
  • Alfa Romeo 4C 2014 10 m
  • mercedes-benzMercedes-Benz SLS AMG 2010 11 m
  • lexusLexus RC 2016 11 m
  • alpinaALPINA B4/D4 2014 (4er-Reihe) 11 m
  • lamborghiniLamborghini Huracán 2014 11 m
  • mercedes-benzMercedes-Benz AMG GT 2014 11 m
  • infinitiInfiniti Q60 2013 11 m
  • alpinaALPINA B6 2006 (6er-Reihe) 11 m
  • Aston Martin DB9 2012 12 m
  • Aston Martin DB9 GT 2015 12 m
  • mclarenMcLaren Sports Series 2015 12 m
  • Aston Martin DB11 2016 12 m
  • mclarenMcLaren Super Series 2014 12 m
  • lamborghiniLamborghini Aventador 2011 12 m
  • Aston Martin One-77 2010 12 m
  • lamborghiniLamborghini Centenario 2016 12 m
  • bugattiBugatti Chiron 2016 12 m
  • lamborghiniLamborghini Veneno 2013 12 m
  • lamborghiniLamborghini Reventón 2008 12 m
  • mclarenMcLaren GT Series 2019 12 m
  • ferrariFerrari 412 GT 1985 12 m
  • Aston Martin DBS Superleggera 2018 12 m

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