Fastest luxury SUV ever: £189,000 Aston Martin DBX707 can hit 193mph

With a strictly impressive flourish, Aston Martin has unleashed what it claims to be the fastest, most potent and best-handling luxury SUV in the world – its new £189,000-plus flagship DBX707 off-roader.

Showing some powerful moves and equally fast and fancy footwork, the muscular vehicle was unveiled on Tuesday afternoon by TV celebrity and Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly, who was on hand to claim the new car ‘heralds a new definition of performance and driving pleasure’.

Powered by a 697bhp 4-litre V8 engine linked to a new 9-speed wet clutch gearbox, the DBX707 crossover (697bhp is 707PS in metric horsepower) accelerates from rest to 62mph in just 3.3 seconds and up to a top speed of 193mph. 

Not bad for a car that weights two-and-a-quarter tonnes – and crucially for a game of Top Trumps, that’s faster than  Lamborghni Urus.

Strictly the fastest luxury SUV ever: The muscular vehicle was unveiled on Tuesday afternoon by TV celebrity and Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly who said the new car ‘heralds a new definition of performance and driving pleasure’

The V8 uprated 8-cylinder engine adds an extra 155bhp (157PS) to the standard DBX’s power output and shaves more than a second off its acceleration time to 60mph.

It can also accelerate to 100mph in just 7.4 seconds when using a ‘Race Start’ feature that in its most ramped-up driving modes.

Aston Martin bosses say it will outpace and outperform other rival luxury SUV supercars from the likes of Bentley and Lamborghini.

The V8 uprated 8-cylinder engine adds an extra 155bhp (157PS) to the standard DBX’s power output and shaves more than a second off its acceleration time to 60mph

The new Aston Martin DBX707 can accelerate to 100mph in just 7.4 seconds when using a ‘Race Start’ feature that in its most ramped-up driving modes

Aston Martin bosses say the high-performance DBX707 will outpace and outperform other rival luxury SUV supercars from the likes of Bentley and Lamborghini

On sale now priced from £189,000 – a £30,000 mark-up on the standard £160,000 DBX – production is set to commence imminently with first deliveries scheduled to begin during early spring.

Built at Aston Martin’s new factory at St Athan, Wales, bosses at James Bond’s favourite car maker say the DBX707 marks ‘the pinnacle of SUV performance’ and ‘heralds a new definition of performance and driving pleasure’ thanks to engine, transmission, suspension and brake upgrades.

By way of comparison, it points out that the rival Lamborghini Urus 641bhp 4-litre V8 accelerates from 0-to-62mph in 3.6 seconds up to a top speed of 189mph, while the British-built 626bhp Bentley Bentayga Speed 6-litre W12 takes 3.9 seconds to reach 62mph and has a lesser top speed of 190mph. 

Even Rolls-Royce’s Cullinan is no match, even with its 6.7-litre V12 motor.

The standard DBX accelerates from 0-to-62mph in 4.5 seconds up to a top speed of 181mph.

How does the Aston Martin DBX707 compare to rivals 

ASTON MARTIN DBX707

Engine: 4.0-litre V8

Power: 697bhp

Torque: 900Nm

0-62mph: 3.3 seconds

Top speed: 193mph

LAMBORGHINI URUS

Engine: 4.0-litre V8

Power: 641bhp

Torque: 850Nm

0-62mph: 3.6 seconds

Top speed: 189mph

BENTLEY BENTAYGA SPEED

Engine: 6.0-litre W12

Power: 626bhp

Torque: 900Nm

0-62mph: 3.9 seconds

Top speed: 190mph

On sale now priced from £189,000 – a £30,000 mark-up on the standard £160,000 DBX – production is set to commence imminently with first deliveries scheduled to begin during early spring

The standard DBX accelerates from 0-62mph in 4.5 seconds and up to a top speed of 181mph, which pales in comparison to the new 707

Aston Martin says: ‘The new DBX707 is an SUV like no other. It elevates Aston Martin to the pinnacle of the segment with a unique combination of blistering performance, supreme dynamics, unmistakable style and absolute luxury. It is the ultimate SUV in every respect.’

Extolling its nimbleness, Aston bosses said the new DBX707 displays ‘world-beating power and pace matched by exceptional precision, dynamic flair and genuine engagement for an addictive and uniquely impressive driving experience. A sabre in a segment of sledgehammers.

‘Every area of the car has been enhanced to boost performance, intensify driving pleasure and amplify its on-road presence.’

Built at Aston Martin’s new factory at St Athan, Wales, the DBX707 marks ‘the pinnacle of SUV performance’ and ‘heralds a new definition of performance and driving pleasure’ thanks to engine, transmission, suspension and brake upgrades

Aston Martin bosses said the new DBX707 displays ‘world-beating power and pace matched by exceptional precision, dynamic flair and genuine engagement for an addictive and uniquely impressive driving experience’

The interior features a dark chrome finish to switchgear as standard. Bright chrome and carbon fibre can be specified as an option

With such power comes the need for great brakes, especially with a claimed weight of 2,245kg (4,940lb). Fortunately, the British marque has fitted it massive with carbon ceramic brakes measuring 420mm at the front and 390mm at the rear

The all-new 9-speed transmission shift is ‘more immediate and direct’ which gives the driver an increased sense of control and responsiveness and a ‘dramatic character change’ from the standard DBX. 

Will it fit in my garage? Aston Martin DBX707 

Price: from £189,000

On sale: Now

First deliveries: Early spring 2022

Built: St Athan, Wales

Engine: 4.0-litre V8 Twin Turbo 

Power: 707PS (697bhp) 

Gears: 9-speed automatic gearbox with multi-plate wet clutch 

Seats: 5 

Length: 5,039mm

Width (including mirrors): 2,220 mm

Height: 1,680mm

Wheelbase: 3,060mm

Weight: 2,245kg (4,940lb)

Towing weight: 2,700kg (5,940lb) 

0-62mph (0-100 km/h): 3.3 seconds

0-100mph (0-160kmh): 7.4 seconds

Top speed: 193mph

Fuel economy: 19.9mpg

Brakes: Carbon Ceramic (CCB) brake discs (420mm front and 390mm rear)

Fuel tank capacity: 87 litres

Luggage capacity: 638 litres (plus up to 81 litres underfloor storage)

Wading depth: 500mm

Ground clearance: 175mm (220mm max ride height) – comes with variable ride height raising up by up to 45mm or lowered by 30mm

Turning circle: 12.4 metres (kerb-to-kerb) 

With such power comes the need for great brakes, especially with a claimed weight of 2,245kg (4,940lb). 

Fortunately, the British marque has fitted it massive with carbon ceramic brakes measuring 420mm at the front and 390mm at the rear.

Wheels and tyres are 22-inches as standard with an optional 23-inch alloy wheel offered. 

Torque distribution allows up to 100 per cent of the ‘pulling power’ to transfer to the rear axle on demand.

The DBX707 has ‘has the cornering agility, sporting feel and dynamic character of a true sports car,’ says the British brand.

The car’s enhanced air suspension system and chassis tuning helps maintain ‘exceptional handling,’ it adds.

The electronic power steering system has also been adjusted to improve steering feel, especially during cornering. 

The driver has immediate fingertip control of key dynamic modes and setting – including dedicated buttons for suspension mode, ESP, and manual gear selection mode ‘ which now holds manual like a sports car, rather than defaulting back to auto’,

There’s also a switch for the active exhaust feature, which opens the valves of a new large-diameter quad tailpipe sports exhaust system without needing to be in ‘Sport’ drive mode. 

The interior features a dark chrome finish to switchgear as standard. Bright chrome and carbon fibre can be specified as an option. Piano Black veneer is standard with carbon fibre or bronze metal mesh veneer finishes available as an option.

Customers can also customise and personalise their SUV via the firm’s bespoke branch ‘Q by Aston Martin’.

Aston Martin chief executive officer, Tobias Moers, said: ‘With the DBX707 we have pushed the boundaries in every area to create a car which sets new standards of performance and desirability. 

‘The fastest, most powerful, best handling and most engaging car of its kind, it propels Aston Martin to the pinnacle of SUV performance.’

Aston Martin’s Head of Vehicle Engineering and Procurement, Drummond Jacoy, adds: ‘Too often this class of car is characterized by an obsession with brute force. 

‘With DBX707 our objective was to match immense performance with impeccable control and precision, combined with an authentic sporting character essential in every Aston Martin model.’