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2005-2016 Aston Martin DB9 MPG & Fuel Cost
12 model years · 12–15 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Among the costliest small car configurations to fuel, MY2016. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2005-2016 Aston Martin DB9 at a glance
The 2005-2016 Aston Martin DB9 covers 12 model years in the EPA database (28 configurations in all), rated 12–15 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2016, costs about $5,290 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD (15 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016; 2007 and 2012 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 15 MPG, was reached in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2005-2016 Aston Martin DB9 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Gas | 15 MPG | $5,290 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 15 MPG | $5,290 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 15 MPG | $5,290 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 15 MPG | $5,290 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 13–15 MPG | $5,190–$6,000 | Same EPA ratings as 2011 |
| 2011 | Gas | 13–15 MPG | $5,190–$6,000 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 13–15 MPG | $5,360–$6,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 13–14 MPG | $5,740–$6,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 12–13 MPG | $6,180–$6,700 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 12–13 MPG | $6,180–$6,700 | Same EPA ratings as 2006 |
| 2006 | Gas | 12–13 MPG | $6,180–$6,700 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 12–13 MPG | $6,180–$6,700 | First year |
What the 2016 DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$441
$5,290 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$8.82
Per 100 miles
$35.27
Five years
$26,450
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$2,270more a year
Class median $3,020 a year, MY2016
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2016 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,290.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,290 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
15 MPG · $5,290/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,290.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,290 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
15 MPG · $5,290/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,290.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,290 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
15 MPG · $5,290/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $5,190 to $5,290, $100 more.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,290 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2011
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2012 Aston Martin DB9 as for the 2011 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2011 section above.See 2011
2011 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
13–15 MPG · $5,190–$6,000/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $5,360 to $5,190, $170 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 13 | 20 | 15 | $5,190 |
| DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,000 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
13–15 MPG · $5,360–$6,180/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 14 to 15 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $5,740 to $5,360, $380 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 13 | 20 | 15 | $5,360 |
| DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
13–14 MPG · $5,740–$6,180/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 13 to 14 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $6,180 to $5,740, $440 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,740 |
| DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
12–13 MPG · $6,180–$6,700/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 13 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $6,180.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 11 | 18 | 13 | $6,180 |
| Volante 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
| Coupe 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 10 | 16 | 12 | $6,700 |
| Volante 5.9L 12-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 10 | 16 | 12 | $6,700 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2006
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2007 Aston Martin DB9 as for the 2006 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2006 section above.See 2006
2006 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
12–13 MPG · $6,180–$6,700/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration stays at 13 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $6,180.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 11 | 18 | 13 | $6,180 |
| Volante | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
| Coupe Manual | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 10 | 16 | 12 | $6,700 |
| Volante Manual | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 10 | 16 | 12 | $6,700 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Aston Martin DB9 MPG
12–13 MPG · $6,180–$6,700/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB9 (Most efficient) | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 11 | 18 | 13 | $6,180 |
| Volante | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
| Coupe Manual | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 10 | 16 | 12 | $6,700 |
| Volante Manual | 5.9L 12-cyl | RWD | 10 | 16 | 12 | $6,700 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD: $6,310 in California and $4,590 in Texas, a $1,720 difference.
- California $6,310
- Washington $5,930
- New York $5,220
- Florida $4,830
- Texas $4,590
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2016 small car models.
Generations
- 2005-2016 (2005)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2005-2016 Aston Martin DB9 get?
EPA rates the 2005-2016 Aston Martin DB9 at 12–15 MPG combined across 28 configurations and 12 model years. The most efficient version, the 2016 DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD, is rated 15 MPG (13 city, 19 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2005-2016 Aston Martin DB9?
The DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 15 MPG, in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. The lowest top rating, 13 MPG, was in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2005-2016 Aston Martin DB9?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. In 2007 and 2012 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Aston Martin DB9 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD costs about $5,290 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $5,290 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2016 Aston Martin DB9 100 miles?
About $35.27 per 100 miles for the DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD is rated 13 city and 19 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 compare with other small car configurations?
The DB9 5.9L 12-cyl RWD costs about $5,290 a year to fuel, $2,270 more than the class median of $3,020, and less than 0 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 378 rated small car configurations for MY2016, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2016 Aston Martin DB9 different from the 2015 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,290. EPA lists 1 configuration for 2016 against 1 configuration for 2015. See the 2015 Aston Martin DB9 for that year.