Skip to main content

2021 Aston Martin DBX is perfect for a 00 agent with a family

Aston Martin has been around for 106 years, and for most of that, it’s been known for sports cars. But with high-end SUVs from the likes of Lamborghini and Bentley clogging country club parking lots, it was only a matter of time before Aston launched one of its own. Unveiled at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show, the 2021 Aston Martin DBX is that vehicle. Aston claims the DBX, which goes on sale in the United States next year, packs the latest technology from its sports cars.

Recommended Videos

The DBX certainly looks like an Aston Martin. The front fascia seems to have been ripped straight off a DB11, while the rear end is reminiscent of the Vantage. The body is made from bonded aluminum — just like Aston’s sports cars. That construction method allowed for greater torsional rigidity than rival SUVs, as well as a lower curb weight, according to Aston. However, at 4,940 pounds, the DBX is no Mazda Miata.

As previously revealed by Aston, the DBX is powered by the same twin-turbocharged V8 used in the Vantage and DB11. Sourced from Mercedes-AMG, the engine makes 542 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque in the DBX. All-wheel drive (with a carbon fiber prop shaft, to save weight) and a nine-speed automatic transmission are standard. Aston claims the DBX will do zero to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds, and reach a top speed of 181 mph. That’s pretty good for an SUV, but a few ticks behind the Lamborghini Urus, as well as the fastest versions of the Porsche Cayenne and Bentley Bentayga.

Aston wanted to give the DBX the handling of a sports car and the ride of a luxury car, which is a lot to ask of a heavy vehicle with a high center of gravity. So Aston equipped the DBX with an electronic anti-roll control system. Similar to a system already used by Bentley, it uses electric motors in place of traditional anti-roll bars to precisely control the amount of wheel travel, keeping body roll in check without compromising ride quality. The DBX also has an air suspension system that can raise or lower the ride height on command. Pumped up to its maximum height, the system creates enough ground clearance for off-roading, Aston claims.

On the inside, the DBX has a 10.25-inch infotainment screen (borrowed from Mercedes), and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Apple CarPlay is standard, but Android Auto isn’t available. The standard Harman audio system boasts 800 watts and 14 speakers — the latter covered with leather instead of traditional metal mesh.

Engineers made an extra effort to make sure the DBX worked as an SUV. The development team spent six months on the driving position alone, according to Aston. The automaker also invited a group of children to test out the rear seats. The steering wheel may look like it was pulled from an Aston sports car, but it’s actually a DBX-specific design. Customers can also specify an 80% wool blend for interior trim — an automotive first, Aston claims. In addition to being distinctive, wool is more sustainable and naturally water-resistant, according to Aston.

The 2021 Aston Martin DBX is priced from $189,900. Aston is accepting orders, with U.S. deliveries scheduled to begin in the second half of 2020. The DBX will be built at a new factory on a former Royal Air Force base in Wales.

Please enable Javascript to view this content

Stephen Edelstein
Stephen is a freelance automotive journalist covering all things cars. He likes anything with four wheels, from classic cars…
You can now lease a Hyundai EV on Amazon—and snag that $7,500 tax credit
amazon autos hyundai evs lease ioniq 6 n line seoul mobility show 2025 mk08

Amazon has changed how we shop for just about everything—from books to furniture to groceries. Now, it’s transforming the way we lease cars. Through Amazon Autos, you can now lease a brand-new Hyundai entirely online—and even better, you’ll qualify for the full $7,500 federal tax credit if you choose an electric model like the Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, or Kona EV.
Here’s why that matters: As of January 2025, Hyundai’s EVs no longer qualify for the tax credit if you buy them outright, due to strict federal rules about battery sourcing and final assembly. But when you lease, the vehicle is technically owned by the leasing company (Hyundai Capital), which allows it to be classified as a “commercial vehicle” under U.S. tax law—making it eligible for the credit. That savings is typically passed on to you in the form of lower lease payments.
With Amazon’s new setup, you can browse Hyundai’s EV inventory, secure financing, trade in your current vehicle, and schedule a pickup—all without leaving the Amazon ecosystem.
It’s available in 68 markets across the U.S., and pricing is fully transparent—no hidden fees or haggling. While Hyundai is so far the only automaker fully participating, more are expected to join over time.
Pioneered by the likes of Tesla, purchasing or leasing vehicles online has been a growing trend since the Covid pandemic.
A 2024 study by iVendi found that 74% of car buyers expect to use some form of online process for their next purchase. In fact, 75% said online buying met or exceeded expectations, with convenience and access to information cited as top reasons. The 2024 EY Mobility Consumer Index echoed this trend, reporting that 25% of consumers now plan to buy their next vehicle online—up from 18% in 2021. Even among those who still prefer to finalize the purchase at a dealership, 87% use online tools for research beforehand.
Meanwhile, Deloitte’s 2025 Global Automotive Consumer Study reveals that while 86% of U.S. consumers still want to test-drive a vehicle in person, digital tools are now a critical part of the buying journey.
Bottom line? Amazon is making it easier than ever to lease an EV and claim that tax credit—without the dealership hassle. If you're ready to plug in, it might be time to add to cart.

Read more
Gemini AI coming to cars as Android Automotive update suggests it’s due soon
The 6.8-inch Pioneer digital media receiver installed in a vehicle's dashboard.

Google appears to be getting ready to sends its Gemini AI into cars through an Android Automotive update.

This would make sense as Android Automotive already uses Google's Assistant to help with those much-needed in-car hands-free requests.

Read more
Watch from the passenger seat as the new Porsche 911 GT3 sets a record at the Nürburgring
911 GT3 with Weissach Package (Manual Transmission), Nürburgring Nordschleife 2025, Porsche AG

If you've ever wanted to race at top speeds around one of the most iconic racetracks in the world, then now is your chance. A new Porsche 911 GT3 just set a record for the fastest time around the Nürburgring in a road car with a manual transmission, knocking almost 10 seconds off the previous best time. And Porsche has released a video of the run filmed from the cockpit, so you can experience the thrills for yourself.

The record was set by legendary driver and Porsche brand ambassador Jörg Bergmeister at the wheel of a 911 GT3 with the Weissach package, setting a time of 6:56.294. That's 9.5 seconds ahead of the previous record set by the Dodge Viper ACR in 2017 -- though there's some math involved in these time calculations as the track was reconfigured in 2019.

Read more