Aston Martin is apparently considering a Mercedes-Benz-sourced six-cylinder engine for the DBX.
The company’s first crossover is believed to be compatible with Mercedes-Benz’s new M256 turbocharged 3.0-liter straight six, which delivers up to 429 horsepower and 384 pound-feet of torque. The mill employs a 48-volt mild hybrid system to spool up an auxiliary compressor, reducing turbo lag.
“That would be a pretty good engine and combination, potentially,” Aston Martin chief creative officer Marek Reichmann recently told Australian media, as quoted by Motoring.
The executive laughed off the possibility of adding a diesel powertrain, saying “Never! No diesels.” He also cautioned that the production SUV will not follow the two-door coupe format of the 2015 concept.
“It is and will be a true five-door car, as a competitor to Cayenne, Bentayga, Urus and Cullinan effectively. But our take on that kind of car — and given our seven cars in seven years — the understanding of what that customer wants within that segment of car,” he added.
The DBX is expected to begin rolling off the assembly line late next year.
Aston Martin is apparently considering a Mercedes-Benz-sourced six-cylinder engine for the DBX.
The company's first crossover is believed to be compatible with Mercedes-Benz's new M256 turbocharged 3.0-liter straight six, which delivers up to 429 horsepower and 384 pound-feet of torque. The mill employs a 48-volt mild hybrid system to spool up an auxiliary compressor, reducing turbo lag.
"That would be a pretty good engine and combination, potentially," Aston Martin chief creative officer Marek Reichmann recently told Australian media, as quoted by Motoring.
The executive laughed off the possibility of adding a diesel powertrain, saying "Never! No diesels." He also cautioned that the production SUV will not follow the two-door coupe format of the 2015 concept.
"It is and will be a true five-door car, as a competitor to Cayenne, Bentayga, Urus and Cullinan effectively. But our take on that kind of car — and given our seven cars in seven years — the understanding of what that customer wants within that segment of car," he added.
The DBX is expected to begin rolling off the assembly line late next year.
