The Aston Martin DBX crossover is slated to go into
production in 2019 and new details are starting to emerge about the upcoming
model.
Citing a report by Wales Online, Autobild is
reporting the crossover will eschew traditional side mirrors for rear view
cameras. This is a relatively novel feature which was used on the DBX concept
and more recently on the Valkyrie. It remains unclear how the system will work
but on the latter model, the images from the cameras will be displayed on digital
screens that are located near the base of the A-pillars.
While the concept was an electric vehicle, the
report suggests the first production models will use traditional combustion
engines. This means choices will likely include an AMG-sourced twin-turbocharged
4.0-liter V8 engine with 503 hp and 695 Nm of torque as
well as a twin-turbo 5.2-liter V12 engine with 600 hp and 700 Nm of torque.
Following the model's launch, a hybrid or plug-in
hybrid variant could join the lineup. An electric model is also expected but
its timing remains unclear. If everything pans out, the Aston Martin DBX could
cost between £ 150,000-200,000 (US$ 194,627-259,564).
