Aston Martin's New DBX Shows Its Softer Side

Aston Martin's New DBX Shows Its Softer Side

The 2027 DBX GT gets a more comfortable ride, a quieter cabin, and upgraded seats without giving up the twin-turbo V8’s 717 horsepower.

The Aston Martin DBX is a performance SUV through and through. It has sharp styling, a sport-tuned suspension, and a whole lot of horsepower no matter which version you choose. But for buyers who want something a little more comfortable for everyday driving, Aston Martin now has an answer.

Meet the DBX GT, the slightly softer side of Aston Martin’s super SUV. It gets a series of changes to the exterior, interior, and suspension aimed at making the DBX more comfortable. The good news is, it doesn’t give up the performance that makes this SUV so special; it still packs a powerful twin-turbo V8.

2027 Aston Martin DBX GT

The DBX GT gets a handful of visual changes for a more elegant look. The biggest change is the new double-vaned grille, which is available in either a bright or dark finish. The split metal vanes extend into the outer vents and incorporate the daytime running lights, giving the front end a wider appearance.

There’s also a new two-piece metal side strake with contrasting polished and satin finishes. Aston Martin says the design takes inspiration from traditional watchmaking. The lower front bumper, side sills, and rear diffuser are finished in body color, giving the GT a cleaner appearance.

The GT rides on new 22-inch forged wheels with a Satin Titanium diamond-turned finish and all-season tires as standard. Aston Martin says the combination was chosen specifically to improve ride comfort and reduce road noise. Buyers looking for a sportier setup can step up to 23-inch wheels with either Pirelli P Zero summer tires or Scorpion Zero all-season tires.

Around back, the four exhaust outlets are arranged horizontally in pairs, with polished outer sections and satin-anodized inner sections.

The biggest changes are inside. Aston Martin has redesigned both the front and rear seats with additional cushioning, revised bolstering, and new contours focused on comfort. There’s also a 10.0-millimeter-thick layer of memory foam built into the seat cushions. Cushy.

The rear seats get individually sculpted seating positions with extended headrests and bolsters, although the DBX GT remains a five-seater. A panoramic glass roof is standard, bringing more light into the rear cabin.

Aston Martin has redesigned both the front and rear seats with additional cushioning, revised bolstering, and new contours focused on comfort.

Aston Martin also offers GT-specific upholstery combinations in monotone, duotone, and tritone configurations. The cabin uses semi-aniline leather, deep-pile carpeting, intricate quilting, perforations, and bespoke embroidery throughout.

Noise isolation has received attention, too. Aston Martin added sound-deadening material to the doors, wheel arches, and rear cargo area, while acoustic laminated glass is used for the rear side windows.

The company claims those changes improve the vehicle’s "Articulation Index" by 13 percent. That’s an industry measurement of how easily occupants can carry on a conversation while the vehicle is moving.

For all the focus on comfort, Aston Martin hasn’t softened the DBX GT where it matters most: the powertrain. It uses the same twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 as the DBX S. And the specs are just as impressive:

- 717 HP / 664 LB-FT

- 0-60 MPH: 3.1 Seconds

- Top Speed: 193 MPH

The powertrain has been recalibrated slightly to make the GT feel more effortless. Throttle response has been tuned for more precise control, while the nine-speed wet-clutch automatic transmission gets revised shift calibration for smoother operation.

The DBX GT also gets the same carbon-ceramic brakes as the DBX S, measuring 420 millimeters up front and 390 mm at the rear. A quicker steering ratio carries over as well, giving the SUV sharper responses.

The suspension gets its own changes, too. The GT has a unique damper calibration and internal damper valves designed to better absorb small, high-frequency impacts such as rough pavement and rumble strips without giving up body control.

The DBX GT joins an already growing DBX lineup, giving buyers another option between outright performance and everyday comfort. Aston Martin hasn’t announced pricing yet. The DBX S starts at $291,200, so expect the GT to land somewhere in that neighborhood.

First deliveries are expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.

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