Aston Martin's Impressive New SUV
Venerable Brand Targets Return to Profitability with DBX Source: Aston Martin 007 James Bond's Car of Choice UK-based Aston Martin is an historic luxury car brand that epitomizes prestige, beauty, performance, style, speed and panache. It was 007 James Bond's car of choice for his spy movie adventures. Now to bring in new customers and sustain its future, Aston Martin has created what's being called a "super SUV" - the DBX. The DBX is of the upmost importance to Aston Martin. The company hopes it will help to return it to profitability and ensure its long-term survival. Style and Price The DBX is huge, sleek, curvy and pricey at nearly $190,000. The powertrain was developed with Aston Martin's partner Mercedes-AMG. They upgraded a 4-liter turbocharged V8 to pump out more than 542 hp. Mercedes also provided the infotainment system, the interior seating and a full suite of driving modes. The vehicle is eleg