Do you think it’s any coincidence that saying the name of this Aston Martin aloud results in uttering the word ‘excess’? Probably not.
Building on the long history of inspiring the world’s one-percent to run their existing Astons through a wood chipper in favor of the newest toy, the British marque has introduced the DBX S. The addition of that consonant has, in the past, denoted a sharper variant of the car on which it is based; and while it does that in this instance, the result may not be as world shattering as one might expect – especially at this price point.
Power is up 20 horsepower to 717 hp (or 727 PS, if you prefer) while overall weight is down over a hundred pounds. However, most of that weight savings is optional, showing up on options like magnesium wheels, lightweight polycarbonate grille inspired by the DBS 770 Ultimate, and all manner of carbon fiber including the roof. Aston (and other hyper exotic carmakers) seem to enjoy doing this just because they can.
The increase in pony count is credited to turbo technology allegedly transferred from the upcoming Valhalla supercar, including its larger compressor wheel diameters and other unspecified internal improvements. The result is a 0–62 mph time of 3.3 seconds, three-tenths quicker than the standard car. While it goes unsaid, this is likely with all the optional weigh savers in place. Top speed remains unchanged at 193 mph.
All-wheel drive is standard but up to 100 percent of power can be shoveled to the rear wheels. Carbon ceramic brake discs the size of dinner platters measure some 16.5 inches in diameter on the front axle. Spotting one in traffic will be easy, at least from the rear, with quad exhausts now vertically stacked and available in a variety of finishes. The trumpeting V8 noises this thing will make are likely to arouse the gearhead within even the most casual bystander. As with other ‘S’ variants, the DBX S gets its own interior theme, with a herringbone design on the seats and no shortage of sporting Alcantara. A 23-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system (again, optional) brings the goods for audiophiles.
Aston Martin says the DBX S is available to order now, with deliveries expected in Q4 2025.
[Images: Aston Martin]
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