The Gentleman Magazine Issue 18 | December 2019 | Page 28

This sophisticated system of adaptive air suspension, dampers
and eARC allows for maximum ride comfort when transporting
up to five occupants and their luggage, while maintaining a
highly responsive and engaging dynamic capability. The load space offers a practical and cleanly designed space. A
narrow load sill and broad aperture maximises the practicality
for a variety of luggage, such as suitcases, golf bags and ski
equipment.
Powered by a new version of the characterful 4-litre, twin-
turbocharged V8 engine found in DB11 and Vantage, DBX
features an impressive output of 550PS and 700NM of torque,
carefully tuned to meet the specific needs of this model. With a
sound character that is unquestionably Aston Martin, the active
exhaust system ensures this is a luxury SUV that can sound
refined one moment and exhilarating the next. The engine’s
versatility isn’t restricted to its vocals either; the turbocharged
V8 has cylinder deactivation to enhance fuel economy, yet it
can also propel DBX from 0 to 62mph in 4.5 seconds and on to
a top speed of 181mph. Complimenting the incredibly high standard specification of
DBX, which includes all available active safety systems, there
are many optional accessory packages offered. These packages
will tailor the car even further to customers’ needs, sports or
pastimes. For example, the Pet package will include, amongst
other things, a portable washer to help attend to the needs of a
muddy dog after a walk. Alternatively, the Snow package will
deliver boot warmers to make a ski trip just that little bit more
pleasurable.
Transmitting this power and torque to the ground is a nine-
speed torque convertor automatic gearbox, allied to an
all-wheel drive system with active differentials featuring
an active central differential and an electronic rear limited
slip differential (eDiff). This allows the torque to be moved
precisely both fore and aft in the vehicle and also across the
rear axle. When combined with the bespoke steering system
that has been tuned to deliver feel and sports car-like response,
DBX imbues the driver with an overriding sense of control,
whatever the conditions.
Aston Martin’s first ever full-size 5-seat model is not only
exceptionally versatile in terms of the terrain that it can tackle,
it is also extremely adaptable to a wide variety of lifestyle
needs and owners. Designed to accommodate the world’s 99th
percentile male and 5th percentile female, DBX has been very
deliberately created with instant familiarity and ease of use
from the start.
With 632 litres of boot space and 40:20:40 split folding rear
seats DBX possesses all the flexible load capacity expected of
an SUV with class-leading interior space.
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The luxuriously handcrafted interior of DBX has been
designed to provide equal space and comfort whether sitting
in the front or rear of the car. Class-leading headroom and
legroom combines with a full-length glass panoramic roof and
frameless door glass to offer a fantastically light and spacious
cabin environment. The use of sports car seat packaging in the
front not only provides the driver with exceptional support
and long-distance driving comfort, but also provides knee and
footwell clearance for those sitting behind.
Small touches throughout, including separate central armrests,
glovebox design and the ergonomic positioning of the car’s
key control systems, have been guided carefully by the input of
the brand’s Female Advisory Board, dealership feedback and a
variety of private focus groups held worldwide. Not limited to
this area, the guidance provided has been key to the success of
DBX’s overall design.
The seats are trimmed in sumptuous, full grain leather, sourced
from long term partner Bridge of Weir. An industry first,
both the headlining and electric roof blind are available in a
luxurious Alcantara® finish, providing a harmonious design,
light obscuration and solar attenuation without compromising
headroom.
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