The Aston Martin DBX has gained a new derivative, with the GT version focused squarely on enhanced comfort and refinement.
Although Aston Martin’s luxury SUV was hardly a pared-back vehicle to start with, the DBX GT is designed to showcase the levels of craftsmanship offered by the British marque.
The new GT acts as a counterpoint to the performance-oriented DBX S in the lineup, with bespoke styling and design details.
Aston Martin CEO Adrian Hallmark said: “DBX GT is aimed at customers who prefer assured elegance over sporting aggression and demand a higher degree of luxury.
“By refining the visual drama and elevating the interior with new elements of craftsmanship, the DBX GT delivers a true ultra-luxury experience; one which comes with no sacrifice in performance.”
More elegant design for DBX GT
Compared to the visual assertiveness of the DBX S, the GT version of Aston Martin’s SUV looks more subtle and less overtly sporty.
A new double-vaned front grille marks the DBX GT out from other models, with daytime running lights incorporated into its outer elements. Two-piece metal side strakes with contrasting polished and satin finishes are another GT signature.
At the rear, the quad exhaust finishers also make use of polished and satin anodised finishes. The tailpipes are positioned side-by-side, rather than the vertically stacked setup on the DBX S.
Beneath its bonnet, the GT uses the same 727hp 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 as the DBX S. Performance is also identical, with a 0-60mph time of 3.1 seconds and top speed of 193mph.
New 22-inch Satin Titanium alloy wheels are fitted, although larger 23-inch items can be selected from the options list.
Interior upgraded, with memory foam seats
On the inside, Aston Martin has redesigned the DBX’s front and rear seats, including a 10mm layer of memory foam to boost comfort.
Although the GT retains a five-seat layout, the two outer rear seats gain more pronounced headrests and bolsters, aiding lateral support for longer journeys.
Semi-aniline leather is used extensively throughout the cabin, with no less than 691 metres of thread and 3,297 perforation holes in a single front seat. Each one takes Aston Martin’s craftspeople more than 4.5 hours to create.
Additional sound deadening, along with improved cabin sealing, are also part of the luxury makeover, as are deep-pile carpets. These changes should make it easier to enjoy the premium Bowers & Wilkins audio system, too.
A panoramic sunroof comes as standard, with anodised metal used for the rotary drive controller and other switches on the centre console.
DBX GT gains its own personality
Along with the design changes, Aston Martin has also tuned the DBX GT’s suspension, recalibrated its automatic transmission and tuned its exhaust note to give the SUV a unique personality.
Aston Martin’s chief technology officer, Ian Hoban, commented: “The challenge with DBX GT was achieving meaningful improvements in comfort and refinement in everyday use cases, but keeping the same class-leading reserves of performance and handling we have achieved with the DBX S.
“This was delivered via a combination of small but significant hardware upgrades, together with a targeted suite of calibration changes to the chassis and powertrain.
“The results are highly satisfying; noticeable reduction in unwanted noise intrusion, greater isolation from road imperfections and a tangible uplift in refinement, but with the breathtaking performance, handling poise and driver connection for which the DBX is renowned.”
Orders for the Aston Martin DBX GT can be placed now, with first deliveries planned before the end of 2026.
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