Aston Martin DBX 707 vs Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT: verdict
These two musclebound monsters sit at the very top of the sports SUV tree, but which is the king of the jungle?...
Our verdict
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT sets a new benchmark for handling among sports SUVs. Its grip, balance and poise have to be experienced to be believed and could give unsuspecting supercar drivers a fright on track days. It’s also outrageously fast in a straight line, reasonably practical and, in this company, quite reasonably priced.
However, those looking for the ultimate super-SUV experience should plump for the Aston Martin DBX 707. Not only does its bombastic engine note add an extra dimension of theatre to its face-melting acceleration, but it’s also comfier, quieter, more spacious, better equipped and more interesting inside. We’d go so far as to say it’s the best Aston Martin we’ve ever driven.
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1st – New Aston Martin DBX 707
For Amazing acceleration; vivid soundtrack; playful handling; spacious interior
Against Eye-watering price; poor infotainment; not quite as agile; front seats could hug you more
Recommended options Heated and ventilated front and rear seats (£2185)
What Car? says 5 stars out of 5
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2nd – Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT
For Physics-defying body control; unbelievable brakes; cheaper to buy; impressive build quality
Against Occasionally lumpy ride; quicker depreciation; essential safety kit costs extra
Recommended options Adaptive cruise control (£1203), keyless entry (£816), wireless phone charger (£413)
What Car? says 4 stars out of 5
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Specifications: Aston Martin DBX 707
Engine 8cyl, 3982cc, turbo, petrol
Peak power 697bhp at 6000rpm
Peak torque 663Ib ft at 2600-4000rpm
Gearbox 9-spd automatic
0-60mph 3.3sec
30-70mph 2.8sec
Top speed 193mph
30-omph 8.1m
70-0mph 42.7m
Noise at 30mph 62.1db
Noise at 70mph 67.7db
Kerb weight 2245kg
Tyre size (std) 285/40 R22 (f), 325/35 R22 (r)
Fuel tank 87 litres
CO2 emissions 323g/km
Specifications: Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT
Engine 8cyl, 3996cc, turbo, petrol
Peak power 631bhp at 6000rpm
Peak torque 627Ib ft at 2300-4500rpm
Gearbox 8-spd automatic
0-60mph 3.3sec
30-70mph 2.8sec
Top speed 186mph
30-omph 8.5m
70-0mph 43.9m
Noise at 30mph 61.3db
Noise at 70mph 66.8db
Kerb weight 2220kg
Tyre size (std) 285/35 R22 (f), 315/30 R22 (r)
Fuel tank 90 litres
CO2 emissions 319g/km
Test weather conditions Dry
Cars pictured
Aston Martin DBX 707 with Satin Titanium Grey paint (£10,400), 23in forged alloy wheels (£3715), Gloss 2x2 Twill Carbon Fibre (£3280) interior pack, Satin Silver Jewellery Pack (£1450), privacy glass (£960), smoked tail-lights (£845) and Accelerate Duotone Onyx Black/Bison Brown leather (£685)
Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT with Arctic Grey paint (£1683), adaptive cruise control with lane keep assist and speed limit indicator (£1986), head-up display (£1035), four-zone automatic climate control (£581), Park Assist including surround view (£522), soft-close doors (£497), privacy glass (£354) and Matrix LED headlights in black (£333)
