The market for ultra-luxury sport utility vehicles (SUV) is somewhat small. For one, not all car brands build these kinds of automobiles, and also, they can get crazy expensive.
On that note, we pit together two nameplates that seem to dominate the super SUV segment: the Aston Martin DBX707 and the Lamborghini Urus. Interested to see which of these automobiles best suits your budget and your motoring needs? Join us to find out.
The Aston Martin DBX707 measures 5,039 millimeters (mm) long, 2,220mm wide, and 1,680mm tall. It has a wheelbase of 3,060mm and a minimum ground clearance of 175mm.
As for the Lamborghini Urus, it comes with an overall length of 175mm, an overall width of 2,181mm, and an overall height of 1,638mm. Its wheelbase is 3,003mm.
Aston Martin gives the DBX707 with a smooth and sexy exterior. Noticeable are the sleek, flowing lines that exude elegance and athleticism.
At the front, it offers the signature double vein DB front grille bordered by bi-LED headlamps and new LED daytime running lights. Its lower bumper boasts a honeycomb design and a new front splitter. Further accentuating its sportiness are two discreet air intakes on the hood.
On its side are brake cooling ducts and 22-inch wheels that subtly showcase its carbon ceramic brakes with six-piston calipers.
To its rear is a roof-mounted spoiler, a new large-diameter quad exhaust system, a quarter panel vent integrated into the rear bumper, and a big twin rear diffuser.
The Lamborghini Urus, on the other hand, has a more aggressive style made apparent by the predominance of its straight lines and sharp angles.
At the fore, the Lamborghini Urus is a gaping grille with a distinct horizontal design. On each side are similarly striking lights that give the Lamborghini Urus a fierce face. It also comes with a front skid plate that reveals its outgoing nature.
The side profile of the Lamborghini Urus is highlighted by 21-inch wheels and new wheel arches.
Its rear offers a similarly strong design with a subtle spoiler, a rear diffuser, and a quad exhaust pipe.
Both super SUVs are neck and neck in terms of their exterior appeal. Further, they are completely customizable, since both brands offer bespoke services allowing owners to really make these rides their own. On that note, we’re calling this round a tie.
Inside the Aston Martin DBX707 are a host of luxurious amenities such as sporty seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddel shifters, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 10.25-inch infotainment system.
Notable interior features include its stylish rear A/C vents and the glass panoramic sunroof.
Of course, the cabin of the Aston Martin DBX707 can be personalized with the customer’s choice of bespoke appliques to enhance the super SUV’s overall cabin feel.
Similarly, the Lamborghini also offers tons of personalization options on the Urus super SUV through the Italian automotive brand’s Ad Personam service.
Nevertheles, staple interior appointments found inside the Lamborghini Urus include a leather-wrapped D-shaped steering wheel, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a two-part infotainment system: a main display that measures 8.6 inches and a secondary display below that measures 10.1 inches.
Since both super SUVs still have equally sporty and elegant interiors, we’re again going to call this round a tie.
Powering the Aston Martin DBX707 is a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 powerplant mated to a nine-speed wet-clutch automatic transmission. On paper, Aston Martin claims that it makes 697 horsepower and 900Nm of torque.
Performance-wise, the Aston Martin DBX707 can go from zero to 100 kilometers per hour (kph) in just 3.3 seconds — pretty fast for an SUV.
Similarly, the Lamborghini Urus sports a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine married to an eight-speed automatic transmission. This setup, according to Lamborghini, is capable of putting out 656 horses and 850Nm of pulling power.
It goes from zero to 100kph in 3.5 seconds.
Because the Brit manages to squeeze in a little more power, we’re giving this round to the Aston Martin DBX707.
In terms of safety, the Aston Martin DBX707 comes with adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, blind spot warning, and traffic sign recognition, among others.
Likewise, the macho Lambo offers similar standard safety features such as a blind spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, front and rear parking sensors, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go technology.
On that note, it’s safe to say that this round is a tie.
With a slightly more powerful engine, the victor of this tightly contested super SUV scuffle is the Aston Martin DBX707.
To note, Aston Martin Manila just launched the DBX707 in the Philippines. Filipino car buyers — with at least P33.5 million to spare — can now drive home dealership-configured units that come in Apex Gray paint with Phantom Gray seats and an exclusive Q Collection Color accent, Electron Yellow.
Meanwhile, those who want to personalize their rides can place an indent order through the dealership. Wait time for bespoke orders, per Aston Martin Manila Chairman and President Marc Louie Tagle, would be around six to nine months.
Photos from Aston Martin, Lamborghini, and Juan Paulo Papa
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