Aston Martin DBX S (2025): More power, less weight
You can guess how long the Aston Martin DBX existed in two versions. Exactly: not long. The "small" DBX with 542 hp disappeared from the lineup without a trace because nobody wanted it. All that remained was the DBX707, a 707 hp statement on four wheels. Now things are getting even more absurd – the new DBX S is coming.
The engineers in Gaydon didn't really change much. The familiar 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 received turbo upgrades from the Valhalla and now pumps out 727 hp. This changes almost nothing in terms of performance: The sprint to 100 km/h remains a brutal 3.1 seconds, and the "S" can make up a few tenths of a second to 200 km/h.
The top speed of 310 km/h remains among the absolute best among SUVs. Only the Lamborghini Urus SE sneaks ahead by a measly km/h. But who wants to switch brands because of one kilometer per hour?
To make the DBX S appear faster, and not just on paper, the engineers also retuned the nine-speed transmission. In Sport and Sport+ modes, the gears now shift more tightly and crisply, and the steering also feels a touch sharper. Nevertheless, the all-wheel-drive system remains the same: flexible enough to send either all power to the rear or up to half to the front, depending on the situation.
Aston Martin hasn't officially changed anything about the chassis, but it does kindly remind you that the DBX already received a thorough update last year. This includes carbon-ceramic brakes the size of a family pizza—16.5 inches at the front and 15.3 inches at the rear.
Inside, almost everything remains the same. Anyone wanting to distinguish the S from the 707 has to look at the equipment list or the small S logo. Outside, it's simpler: a more aggressive splitter at the front, a new diffuser at the rear – and the most striking detail is the new exhaust layout. Instead of two pipes per side in harmonious harmony, the tailpipes are now stacked vertically. A little bit of Lexus IS F, a little bit of Batmobile.
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But Aston Martin wouldn't be Aston Martin without sprinkling a little magic across the spec sheet. Magic in the form of weight savings: new 23-inch magnesium wheels save a whopping 41 pounds compared to the aluminum version. The carbon fiber roof—the largest component of its kind in a production Aston—also helps.
Added to that is a new honeycomb grille, inspired by the DBS 770 Ultimate, which is not only more stylish but also lighter. And, of course, various carbon fiber add-on components, from mirrors to door sills. Overall, the DBX is lighter by just over 45 kg – giving it a new curb weight of 2,245 kg.
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However, there's a small catch. Or rather, a big one. All weight reductions are optional. Anyone who wants magnesium wheels, a carbon roof, and the like will have to dig deep into their pockets. Anyone who skips all that is essentially driving a DBX707 with a bit more boost and a new exhaust.
How much will this pleasure cost? Aston Martin is still keeping quiet. But magnesium wheels and generous carbon fiber packages have never been known as special offers. The price for the DBX707 starts at around €243,000. Anyone who wants to experience the new DBX S at its best could easily break the €300,000 mark.
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A little more patience is required: The first DBX S models will arrive in dealerships in fall 2025. Until then, there's time to ponder the truly important questions. For example: Is a vertical exhaust the future? But anyone who buys such a car has long since stopped asking questions. The main thing is that the "S" lights up on the display.
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