The Aston Martin DB12 runs the Mercedes-AMG M177 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 — retuned by Aston Martin to produce 671 HP and 800 Nm from the factory, making it the most powerful series-production DB in Aston Martin's history. Despite this elevated baseline, the M177's twin-scroll turbochargers and Bosch ME 17.7.2 ECU still leave meaningful headroom for professional calibration. YPG Motorsport's remote tuning service unlocks up to 781 HP and 960 Nm at Stage 2, elevating the DB12 from a world-class grand tourer into supercar territory. Aston Martin DB12 Engine Breakdown — M177 4.0T V8 Spec Detail Engine Code M177 (Mercedes-AMG, enhanced...

The Aston Martin DB12 is the world’s first super tourer — and under its sculpted bonnet sits the Mercedes-AMG M177 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, producing 671 HP and 590 lb-ft from the factory. While Aston Martin calibrated the DB12 for grand touring refinement, the M177 platform has proven headroom well beyond factory output. Upgrading the factory downpipes is the most effective bolt-on modification to unlock that potential. This guide covers catless and 200-cell high-flow catted options, real-world power gains, exhaust sound changes, and why an ECU calibration is essential after installation. The M177 in the DB12 — Platform Overview The DB12...