Aston Martin's first SUV enters production, but will it save the company?

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Aston Martin's first SUV rolled off the production line on Thursday, and a lot is riding on this high rider. The newcomer is key to the company's hopes of a turnaround amid recent changes in management and ownership..

The newcomer is key to the company's hopes of a turnaround amid recent changes in management and ownership, as well as a torrid financial performance.

Since then it has announced job cuts, is replacing its boss and has picked a new finance chief among a series of changes as it also responds to the coronavirus pandemic. The DBX is crafted around a new dedicated SUV platform and its body is made from bonded aluminium to minimise weight, although the finished product is still a little portly at 2245kg.Power comes from an AMG-sourced 4-litre twin-turbo petrol engine, credited with 405kW and 700Nm, which should be enough to get occupants from 0-100km/h in 4.5 seconds.

 

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