Originally, the Aston Martin DBX had two versions. But the basic model with "only" 550 hp was ignored by buyers - and it was taken out of production last year. After that only DBX707 with 707 hp remained, and now it is joined by a new flagship version - DBX S.
Under the bonnet of the DBX S is the same 4.0 litre V8 biturbo engine. But now the power reaches 727 hp and torque - 900 Nm. This is thanks to the turbochargers from the Valhalla supercar. The increase is modest, but it allowed to reduce the time of acceleration to 200 km/h by a few tenths of a second. From a place to 100 km/h the crossover still accelerates in 3.1 seconds, the maximum speed remains at 310 km/h.
Aston has reconfigured 9-speed automatic transmission - it is especially noticeable in Sport and Sport+ modes, where shifts have become faster and "harder". At the same time, the steering has been made more "sharp".
All-wheel drive system has not changed - as before up to 50 per cent of traction can go to the front axle, or all power is fed back. Suspension remained from DBX707, but with last year's modernisation of the chassis, including carbon-ceramic brakes (discs 16,5 inches at the front and 15,3 at the rear).
There are almost no differences in the interior, except for the new nameplates. But outside there are more updates: redesigned front bumper with a more aggressive splitter, a new rear bumper with a larger diffuser and a new exhaust layout. The DBX S has two tailpipes on each side, placed one above the other like the Lexus IS F.
Weight reduction is another important aspect of the DBX S. The new 23-inch magnesium wheels (for the first time on a production SUV) are 19kg lighter than standard aluminium wheels. The carbon fibre roof - the largest single piece of carbon fibre ever fitted by Aston Martin - also helps save weight. A new grille made from a lightweight material inspired by the DBS 770 Ultimate improves weight distribution. Other carbon fibre elements are also available - mirrors, sill plates, etc.
All together, this has allowed to lose 47kg, and now the curb weight of the DBX S is about 2200kg.
But only all "lightening" options are paid. The above-mentioned discs, roof and grille are not included in the standard equipment. How much all this will cost, Aston Martin does not inform yet, but taking into account the prices for magnesium and carbon fibre, the sum can be significant. For reference, the current DBX707 costs from £205,000 in the UK and around €270,000 in Germany, so a fully equipped DBX S could easily pass €300,000.
More details will be announced later this year. Deliveries of the new DBX S will start in autumn 2025, already as a 2026 model.
Source: Aston Martin