The Aston Martin DBX707 made its debut in February this year with a modified 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine generating nearly 700 horsepower. With this high-performance SUV, the British brand finally has a suitable competitor against the Lamborghini Urus and the very first Ferrari utility, the Purosangue. But is it good on the track? Chris Harris gives his verdict in a new video.
The famous automotive journalist and critic begins the video with a firm statement: “I don’t like SUVs”. Aston Martin’s new monster SUV, however, inspired it to give this vehicle segment another shot. But first, Harris explains what he doesn’t like about SUVs: “they’re too big, too heavy, too tall, they look ridiculous.” That said, can the high-performance DBX impress Harris?
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In general, the Top of the line The host is impressed with the levels of performance this giant SUV delivers despite its size and weight. He also likes the chassis. Engine tuning isn’t the best, Harris says, but the vehicle is as fast as an Audi RS6 Avant on the track. Of course, this is a purely subjective perception, but Harris also says he thinks the DBX707 is faster than a Lamborghini Urus. And the Purosangue? No one has driven Maranello’s speedy SUV yet, but we hope to get that chance soon.
What we do know, however, is that Aston’s super SUV is super fast. Motor1.comEditor Seyth Miersma tested the hardcore family hauler in Italy this spring and was convinced “the DBX707 feels like a worthy contender for the title of king of super SUVs.” It’s the same league where the Bentley Bentayga Speed and Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT also fall, although these two models likely target different audiences. Nevertheless, we would like to see all three of them, along with the Urus and the Purosangue, in something like the world’s fastest drag race for SUVs.
The DBX707 is now on sale. If you’re considering one, be sure to check out our review and also take a look at what Chris Harris has to say. If you’re going to spend at least $232,000 on a vehicle, you better be well informed.
The Aston Martin DBX707 made its debut in February this year with a modified 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine generating nearly 700 horsepower. With this high-performance SUV, the British brand finally has a suitable competitor against the Lamborghini Urus and the very first Ferrari utility, the Purosangue. But is it good on the track? Chris Harris gives his verdict in a new video.
The famous automotive journalist and critic begins the video with a firm statement: “I don’t like SUVs”. Aston Martin’s new monster SUV, however, inspired it to give this vehicle segment another shot. But first, Harris explains what he doesn’t like about SUVs: “they’re too big, too heavy, too tall, they look ridiculous.” That said, can the high-performance DBX impress Harris?
69 Pictures
In general, the Top of the line The host is impressed with the levels of performance this giant SUV delivers despite its size and weight. He also likes the chassis. Engine tuning isn’t the best, Harris says, but the vehicle is as fast as an Audi RS6 Avant on the track. Of course, this is a purely subjective perception, but Harris also says he thinks the DBX707 is faster than a Lamborghini Urus. And the Purosangue? No one has driven Maranello’s speedy SUV yet, but we hope to get that chance soon.
What we do know, however, is that Aston’s super SUV is super fast. Motor1.comEditor Seyth Miersma tested the hardcore family hauler in Italy this spring and was convinced “the DBX707 feels like a worthy contender for the title of king of super SUVs.” It’s the same league where the Bentley Bentayga Speed and Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT also fall, although these two models likely target different audiences. Nevertheless, we would like to see all three of them, along with the Urus and the Purosangue, in something like the world’s fastest drag race for SUVs.
The DBX707 is now on sale. If you’re considering one, be sure to check out our review and also take a look at what Chris Harris has to say. If you’re going to spend at least $232,000 on a vehicle, you better be well informed.