Is the 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 a Good SUV? 5 Pros, 3 Cons
Key Points
- DBX707 is only trim level for 2025
- A true grand tourer in SUV clothing
- Costs a quarter of a million dollars and options can add significantly more
With the launch of the DBX for the 2021 model year, British luxury carmaker Aston Martin arrived to the SUV party a little late. But with its luxurious appointments, lively performance, gorgeous styling and a bit of quirkiness, the DBX came ready to do battle with other high-end competitors that include the Lamborghini Urus and Mercedes-AMG GLE63. An extensive freshening for 2025 helps keep the DBX competitive even if a few of those quirks remain.
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Like its competitors, Aston Martin’s first SUV offers a bit more practicality than traditional offerings from the marque, bringing seating for five and added cargo room for anyone with the funds necessary to take one home. The update builds on that appeal, adding more power, numerous interior upgrades, an updated infotainment system and a change in trim strategy: The only variant now available is the DBX707, which used to be the top-performance trim. (For 2026, changes for the DBX include a new range-topping S trim that brings yet more power, performance and luxurious appointments.)
Cars.com Detroit Bureau Chief Aaron Bragman was among the first to drive the 2025 DBX707 and found the updates add to its appeal, though some reservations remain. Tap the link above to read his expert review, or for a quicker rundown, read on for five things we like about the 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 and three things we do not.
What Do We Like About the 2025 Aston Martin DBX707?
1. It Looks the Part
Aston Martin has done a commendable job of adapting the brand’s signature styling cues to an SUV shape, something not all luxury brands have been able to do. The DBX707 is not only instantly recognizable as an Aston Martin, it is well proportioned and drop-dead gorgeous.
2. Powertrain Tweaks
With the update, all DBXs now get the upgraded powertrain that was previously reserved for the 707 version, prompting the name change. Combining a Mercedes-Benz-derived twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine with a nine-speed wet-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, the powertrain gets new turbochargers and other mods for a bump up to 697 horsepower and 664 pounds-feet of torque. The result is a claimed 0-60 mph acceleration time of just 3.1 seconds on the way to a top speed of 193 mph.
3. Exotic Materials
Given its roots, the DBX707 is packed with exotic hardware and materials, and even its construction is unique. Assembled using bonded-aluminum extrusions and composites for reduced weight, the DBX707 also gets carbon-ceramic brake discs all around. An optional package adds extensive carbon-fiber trim inside and out for an enhanced high-tech look.
4. A Grand Tourer SUV
The DBX feels more like a tall wagon than an SUV from behind the wheel, with a firm steering feel similar to the one found in an Aston Martin coupe. It’s plenty quick and just as engaging to drive as its competitors, but the handling is more like a grand tourer car than a pure sports car. The DBX manages to be sporty without beating up occupants over bumps. Even when left in Sport mode, the ride is tuned more for comfort than sharp responses.
5. Gorgeous Interior
The spacious interior is just as stylish as the exterior, and it’s built with quality materials using lots of unique design details. The Dark Knight leather upholstery in our test vehicle was both comfortable and attractive, with contrasting lime-green stitching on the doors and seats. A new 10.25-inch touchscreen is also sourced from Mercedes and is an improvement over the old system, though it’s not among the easiest to use. An updated 12.3-inch digital instrument display looks good and is easy to read.
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What Do We Dislike About the 2025 Aston Martin DBX707?
1. Transmission Hesitation
The DBX707 is anything but short on power, but its powertrain is let down by a transmission that can be slow to respond. The nine-speed automatic seems to be tuned for more relaxed driving and can feel sluggish to react when the accelerator is punched even in Sport mode. We also noticed some driveline lash when the throttle was lifted abruptly.
2. Intrusive Warnings
Like many luxury vehicles, the DBX707 can read speed-limit signs and beeps a warning when that limit is exceeded. Every single time. We also found other safety systems to be a little over eager, including a lane departure warning system that seemed to be buzzing most of the time. You can turn the warnings off, but the default is to turn them back on upon startup.
3. Pricey Performer
The cost of DBX707 ownership starts at just over $250,000 (including destination), a very significant sum — however, that’s before you add options. Our test vehicle rang in at about $350,000, which included big-ticket items such as a gorgeous Photon Lime Metallic paint job that added $13,600 and a carbon-fiber package that added another $35,000 or so. Even wealthy buyers might want to be careful with the options list.
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