2023 Aston Martin DBX 707 is a performance version of the standard DBX. The 2023 Aston Martin DBX 707 comes with both cosmetic and mechanical changes making it the world’s most powerful production SUV yet. The 2023 Aston Martin DBX 707 looks more aggressive than the standard DBX. The front grille has been revised, which can be considered to be the largest ever installed by Aston Martin. Also, the front splitter is lower and longer, and the ringed daytime running lights have been replaced with flat units.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The regular DBX is powered by a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 engine supplied by Mercedes-AMG. The engine makes 542 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque and pairs with a nine-speed automatic transmission, also supplied by Mercedes. The 2023 Aston Martin DBX 707 features a revised version of the AMG powertrain that generates 697 horsepower and 663 pound-feet of torque.
Its nine-speed automatic uses a wet-clutch pack instead of the torque converter used by the standard transmission. While the DBX is fundamentally rear-wheel drive, a center transfer case sends torque to the front axle when slippage is detected at the rear. It also has a limited-slip rear differential and can tow up to 5940 pounds. Adaptive dampers and height-adjustable air springs come standard on the Aston—a boon for off-road adventuring.
The 2023 Aston Martin DBX rushed to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds, which is respectable for a hot SUV, but the Lamborghini Urus and other rivals are notably quicker. The version we drove on England’s best roads showcased the engine’s lusty soundtrack and the transmission’s unobtrusive operation. Thanks to a diverse set of drive modes, its chassis demonstrated a broad range of demeanors, from refined and relaxed to responsive and playful. Despite its short 157-foot stop from 70 mph, the ute suffered from an unresponsive brake pedal.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
Per the EPA’s methodology, the regular DBX will earn 14 mpg in the city and 18 mpg on the highway. The 2023 Aston Martin DBX 707’s city and highway estimates haven’t been revealed yet. We also haven’t had the chance to evaluate the standard model’s real-world fuel economy on our 75-mph highway route, which is part of our extensive testing regimen. For more information about DBX’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The 2023 Aston Martin DBX shares a lot of its switchgear with the rest of the Aston Martin family. The cabin is covered in attractively stitched leather, soft-touch surfaces, and a microsuede headliner. The ute comes standard with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, customizable ambient lighting, three-zone climate control, and heated front and rear seats.
Desirable options include ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a variety of even fancier cabin materials. Rear-seat space is ample, with plenty of knees- and headroom for adults. There’s a good amount of cargo volume, too, with 22 cubic feet of space behind the rear seat and 54 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The large 10.2-inch infotainment screen—based on an aging Mercedes interface—doesn’t respond to touch inputs. Instead, you control the unit through the steering-wheel buttons as well as a rotary knob on the center console; an integrated touchpad is optional. The system includes popular features, such as Apple CarPlay integration, built-in navigation, a 14-speaker stereo, and several USB and 12-volt charging outlets.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The DBX is available with some driver-assistance technology, but the roster is surprisingly absent of expected content such as lane-keeping assist. For more information about the DBX’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites.
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