2025 Aston Martin DBX707 vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

$257,000 · Crossover

$89,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 explodes onto the scene with a blistering 697 hp, promising visceral performance wrapped in British artistry, while the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class delivers sophisticated, everyday luxury with its 375 hp engine. The DBX707 is a true supercar masquerading as an SUV, boasting a muscular 663 lb-ft of torque and an electrifying driving posture. Conversely, the GLS-Class focuses on refined capability, offering a more sensible 21 MPG combined fuel economy against the Aston’s 17 MPG. This comparison pits raw, high-octane excitement against pragmatic, spacious elegance; the price gap is staggering, with the DBX707 commanding an MSRP of $257,000 compared to the GLS-Class's $89,200. Driving dynamics are fundamentally different: one prioritizes sheer speed, featuring 322 horsepower more than its rival, while the other emphasizes comfortable occupancy across its generous dimensions.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class wins for commuting due to its superior 21 MPG combined fuel economy versus the Aston Martin's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

The GLS-Class is the better family hauler due to its slightly larger overall body dimensions (205.0 inches long) and focus on comfort over extreme performance.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Aston Martin DBX707

The Aston Martin DBX707 is the undisputed winner for enthusiasts thanks to its colossal 697 hp output and massive 663 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class

The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class offers vastly superior value, costing $167,800 less than the DBX707 while still providing AWD luxury.

Choose the Aston Martin DBX707 if...

You demand near-supercar acceleration, evidenced by its 697 hp engine.
Your budget allows for a $257,000 investment where ultimate driving thrill is paramount.
You prefer a more compact footprint at 198.4 inches in length for navigating tighter spaces at speed.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class if...

Fuel efficiency is a priority, with the GLS achieving a 21 MPG combined rating.
You need to maximize budget savings, as the $89,200 MSRP is significantly lower.
Your primary use case involves maximizing passenger and cargo space without performance compromise.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Aston Martin DBX707	Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
Length	198.4"	205.0"
Width	78.7"	79.9"
Height	66.1"	71.8"
Wheelbase	120.5"	123.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	✓
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	inline 6
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	697 hp @ 6000 rpm	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	663 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	32	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—
Fuel Injection Type	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	337.5/450.0 mi.	452.2/571.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	10.2 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	800W	590W
Speaker System	14	13
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Burmester
Subwoofer Count	—	2
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	6 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
One-Touch Power Windows	—	4
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	40.9 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	58.4 in.	59.3 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	12-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	12-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	60.8 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.9 in.	41.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	58.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	60.0 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	22 x 11.5 in.	21 x 11.0 in.
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Tire Size	—	315/40R21
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	10 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 and 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class.

What is the biggest performance gap between the 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 and the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class?

The performance gap is immense, headlined by the 322 horsepower difference; the DBX707 churns out 697 hp, vastly outstripping the GLS-Class's 375 hp rating.

How much more does the Aston Martin DBX707 cost compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class?

The 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 commands a steep premium, starting at an MSRP of $257,000, which is $167,800 more than the $89,200 sticker price of the GLS-Class.

Which crossover is better suited for long-distance travel based on fuel economy?

The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is the clear choice for efficiency, delivering 21 MPG combined (19/24 City/Highway) compared to the DBX707's 17 MPG combined rating.

Does the size difference impact utility between the two AWD crossovers?

Yes, the larger GLS-Class (205.0 inches long) offers slightly more utilitarian volume than the DBX707 (198.4 inches long), though the Aston Martin surprisingly claims more maximum cargo capacity at 22.3 cu ft versus the GLS’s 17.4 cu ft.

Are both vehicles restricted to premium fuel?

Yes, both vehicles mandate premium unleaded fuel for operation; however, the DBX707 specifies it as 'recommended' while the GLS-Class lists it as 'required'.

Which vehicle feels larger based on exterior measurements?

The Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is dimensionally larger than the Aston Martin, measuring 205.0 inches in length and standing 71.8 inches tall, compared to the DBX707's 198.4-inch length and 66.1-inch height.