Aston Martin has just released yet another teaser
video of the upcoming DBX, this time showcasing the design connection between
it and its sports cars. The upcoming British luxury SUV made its dynamic debut in camouflaged
prototype form at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, offering a first taste of its
loud V8 up the famous hill.
The DBX will be based on the company’s all-new
architecture, which is set to underpin the future full-electric Lagonda models
as well. Thanks to the brand’s collaboration with Daimler, Aston’s first-ever
crossover will feature an electrical architecture from Mercedes and an
AMG-sourced twin-turbo, 4.0-liter V8.
Power output is expected to be set at 503 HP, the
same as the DB11 and the Vantage that use the same engine. The all-wheel drive
system is expected to shift more torque towards the rear axle for more aspiring
handling, while there’s even talk about a Drift Mode.
Nevertheless, Aston wants its first SUV to be
exceptional at off-roading too, judging from previous teasers showing
prototypes tackling difficult terrain. The DBX will be officially
revealed this December, and Aston has already opened its order books. The
British automaker has high expectations from its new model, which should prove
a serious money maker once it hits the market in 2020.
