2025 Aston Martin DBX707 Review

Sonoma Valley and the Pacific Coast Highway are perfect places to be tearing around in a 2025 Aston Martin DBX707. But I wasn't here to be touring pretty coastlines and sampling fine wine. My goal was to put Aston Martin's latest exceptional piece of machinery through Northern California's adventurous canyon roads. And that's just what I did—while being blown away by the luxury SUV's power, poise, and presence.

As the creator of opulent sports cars and four-door sport utility vehicles, the British automaker from the parish of Gaydon in Warwickshire, England, builds vehicles that produce unadulterated performance. Additionally, Aston Martins are known for gorgeous cabins and breathtaking silhouettes with bold character traits. The DBX707, in particular, is dubbed the supercar of SUVs by company insiders. Interested parties can cross-shop this vehicular Adonis with the Bentley Bentayga, Lamborghini Urus, and Audi RS Q8.

Aston Martin chief engineer Andy Tokley, who was in attendance during the media drive event, explained the goal of making the DBX707 ergonomically friendly; for example, moving the gear selector to the center console. However, don't expect a traditional full-size shifter, since Aston Martin has gone with a smaller tab shifter.

Another significant change to the DBX707 is an intuitive 10.25-inch infotainment system and larger 12-inch driver instrument cluster serving as the brains of the SUV's technologically overhauled cockpit—which provides simpler operation of the navigation, audio, and vehicle settings. Other modifications include suspension software tuning, 360-degree cameras, a wider tailgate spoiler, an enriched exhaust system, steering wheel calibrations, and OTA (over-the-air) software updates. Lastly, an audiophile-quality 23-speaker Bowers and Wilkins audio system with beautiful stainless steel speaker grilles turns your DBX707 into a concert hall.

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We set the tone early with a morning drive from Healdsburg to the ocean while blazing along PCH in a vibrant Supernova Red DBX707. The optional carbon fiber exterior package is a must-have for both styling and added dynamics. It incorporates a savvy carbon fiber chin spoiler, mirror caps, side blades, rocker panels, and a heavily pronounced rear diffuser that sits below the quad exhaust tips. A black glass roof contrasted the Supernova Red hue. Other visually appealing color palettes include Cosmopolitan Yellow, Photon Lime, and Synapse Orange.

The British SUV’s temperament is set off by a fast-reacting, 9-speed wet clutch transmission (with elongated aluminum shift paddles) and hand-built Mercedes-AMG 4-liter twin-turbo V8 pumping out 697-horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. Aston Martin fine-tunes the engine for its preferred performance style. The vehicle accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds, reaching a top speed of 193 mph. The DBX707’s weight distribution is almost balanced at 52/48.

The DBX707’s massive carbon ceramic braking system will bring you to a halt from high speeds when required. It is entrusted by 6-piston front calipers and 16.5-inch rotors, and in the rear 15.4-inch rotors. Optional staggered Pirelli P-Zero summer tires (285/35ZR23 and 325/30ZR23) wrap around 23x10 front and 23x11.5 rear forged rims.

Thanks to a sophisticated AWD system, a rear electronic limited-slip differential capable of sending 100 percent of the torque to the rear axle, and a triple chamber air suspension with adaptive damping, the DBX707 remained planted during energetic accelerations and aggressive maneuvering. It stayed calm, confident, and resilient on the corkscrew roads. With this level of motorsports energy under the hood, you'll remain eternally youthful when taking your DBX707 out for a spin.

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Inside the cabin, notice a mint layout and control center. The flat-bottom steering wheel is thick and sporty—and upgraded tuning provides direct feedback. Our All Spicy Red Semi-Aniline leather interior (including the dash) was too much, but owners can select standard colors to balance the décor, such as Onyx Black Semi-Aniline.

Selectable Dynamic Drive modes—Terrain, Individual, GT, Sport, and Sport+—let you control various levels of the DBX707’s performance. In GT mode, the DBX707’s acceleration is relaxed and gradual, and super-aggressive in Sport+ mode. In this case, I took advantage of Sport for enthusiastic driving while delightfully watching the digital speedometer climb. Cornering agility is impressive and the venerable braking system is pinpoint.

With a starting MSRP of $249,000 , the Aston Martin DBX707 is a near-perfect high-end SUV for business or pleasure. It's handsome, extraordinarily capable, and attention-grabbing when flying by with the exhaust flaps fully open. Bred from a 111-year history, Aston Martins have achieved unimaginable feats on the road (and track). Its latest SUV should comfortably carry on that tradition.

Specs

• Engine: 4.0L twin-turbo DOHC 32-valve V-8
• Horsepower/Torque: 697 hp/664 lb-ft
• Transmission: 9-speed automatic
• 0-60: 3.1 seconds
• Top Speed: 193 mph
• MPG: 15 city/20 highway
• Price: From $249,000

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