2025 Aston Martin DBX707 vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS

$257,000 · Crossover

$178,450 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 screams ferocious British performance with a towering 697 hp, thrilling drivers who crave brute force, justifying its substantial $257,000 MSRP. Conversely, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS offers supreme, statuesque luxury for $178,450, boasting a comfortable 550 hp that effortlessly glides down boulevards. The DBX707 sacrifices some practicality, offering 22.3 cu ft of cargo space versus the Maybach GLS's smaller 18.4 cu ft, yet the Aston consumes fuel slightly more efficiently at 17 combined MPG compared to the Maybach's 15 combined MPG. The 147 hp deficit and significant price gap define the core difference between this dynamic duo: raw, track-ready aggression versus opulent, stately cruising comfort in two very imposing crossovers.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS

The Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS prioritizes opulent space and a slightly more refined, albeit thirstier (13 city MPG), ride quality suitable for daily traffic.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Aston Martin DBX707

The Aston Martin DBX707 offers superior cargo capacity at 22.3 cu ft, providing slightly more room for family necessities despite its performance focus.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Aston Martin DBX707

The DBX707 is the undisputed choice for driving excitement, delivering an immense 697 hp and 663 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS

The Maybach GLS offers substantial luxury and 550 hp for nearly $78,550 less than the entry-level price of the DBX707.

Choose the Aston Martin DBX707 if...

You demand maximum kinetic energy, commanding 697 hp from the engine.
You prioritize a slightly better fuel economy rating, achieving 20 highway MPG.
You want the smaller, perhaps more agile footprint with a length of 198.4 inches.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS if...

Your budget is capped near $178,450, saving you $78,550 over the competitor.
You prefer the imposing, taller stature provided by the 72.4-inch height.
Your primary need is rear-seat luxury and a slightly wider stance at 79.9 inches.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Aston Martin DBX707	Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS
Length	198.4"	204.9"
Width	78.7"	79.9"
Height	66.1"	72.4"
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	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	697 hp @ 6000 rpm	550 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque	663 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm	538 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	32	32
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	13/18 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	15 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	337.5/450.0 mi.	309.4/428.4 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	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓
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	1590W
Speaker System	14	27
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Premium Brand Stereo System	—	Burmester
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Burmester
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	With Real Time Traffic
Satellite Radio Subscription Duration	—	36 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	2nd Row Fixed Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
One-Touch Power Windows	—	4
Sunroof Type	—	1st Row Power Fabric Extended
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	40.9 in.	42.5 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	12-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	12-way	12-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
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
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	—	✓
Seat Massage Function	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.9 in.	43.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	56.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Rear Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Aston Martin	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	22 x 11.5 in.	22 x 11.5 in.
Tire Type	Performance	Performance
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Tire Size	—	325/40R22

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 Maybach GLS.

How significant is the performance difference between these two crossovers?

The Aston Martin DBX707 holds a commanding 147 horsepower advantage, producing 697 hp compared to the Maybach GLS's 550 hp. This massive power delta means the DBX707 offers truly sports car-like acceleration dynamics.

Which vehicle is more practical for loading luggage for a trip?

The Aston Martin DBX707 is superior for hauling gear, offering 22.3 cubic feet of cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS provides a more modest 18.4 cubic feet of capacity behind the second row.

What is the financial reality of choosing the Aston Martin over the Mercedes?

Choosing the DBX707 requires an additional $78,550, as its MSRP starts at $257,000 compared to the Maybach GLS's starting price of $178,450.

Are both vehicles similarly efficient on premium fuel?

Not quite; the DBX707 is slightly more efficient with a combined 17 MPG rating (15 city/20 highway). The Maybach GLS lags slightly behind, delivering only 15 combined MPG (13 city/18 highway).

Which crossover provides a more imposing road presence based on physical dimensions?

The Maybach GLS is the physically larger vehicle; it is nearly 6.5 inches longer (204.9 inches) and considerably taller at 72.4 inches, giving it a more stately presence than the DBX707.

Is premium fuel required for both vehicles?

Yes, both high-performance luxury SUVs demand premium unleaded fuel. However, the Maybach GLS explicitly requires it, whereas the DBX707 recommends it.