2026 Aston Martin DBX 707 vs. 2026 Audi SQ7

Car Chomper says the biggest gap between these two is price: the DBX707 at $257,000 against the SQ7's $90,800, a $166,200 difference, and calls the SQ7 the overwhelming value pick. The DBX707 answers with 697 hp and 663 lb-ft against the SQ7's 500 hp and 568 lb-ft, a 197-hp edge, plus more cargo room at 22.3 cu ft against 14.2, while both share an identical 17 mpg combined rating. Choose the SQ7 for the price and near-identical efficiency; choose the DBX707 for the extra power and cargo space.

Which to choose, and why

Price and value

Car Chomper (opens in a new tab) says the most significant numerical divergence between the two is the MSRP, a $166,200 difference, with the DBX707 priced at $257,000 against the SQ7's $90,800, and names the SQ7 best value, calling it the overwhelmingly better value proposition.

Performance and cargo

Car Chomper says the DBX707 produces 697 hp and 663 lb-ft of torque, outpacing the SQ7's 500 hp and 568 lb-ft by 197 hp, and names the DBX707 best for enthusiasts on that gap. It also gives the DBX707 the edge for families, citing 22.3 cu ft of cargo volume against the SQ7's 14.2 cu ft, while noting both vehicles share an identical 17 mpg combined rating and that the DBX707 uses a 9-speed automatic transmission against the SQ7's 8-speed unit.

Real-world price gap

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says its market data shows buyers currently pay $247,808 on average for the Aston Martin DBX and $92,125 for the Audi SQ7, narrowing the real-world gap to $165,305, close to the MSRP-based difference.

Questions buyers ask

How much more powerful is the DBX707 than the Audi SQ7?

Car Chomper (opens in a new tab) says the DBX707 makes 697 hp against the SQ7's 500 hp, a 197-hp advantage.

Which has more cargo space, the DBX707 or the SQ7?

Car Chomper says the DBX707, at 22.3 cu ft against the SQ7's 14.2 cu ft.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Aston Martin DBX 707: 1 records · Audi SQ7: 1 records.

Decision field	Aston Martin DBX 707	Audi SQ7
Exact EPA records	1	1
Model / option labels	1	1
Drive layouts	4-Wheel Drive	All-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	4L 8-cyl SIDI	4L 8-cyl SIDI
Transmissions	Automatic 9-spd	Automatic (S8)
Fuel types	Premium	Premium
EPA classes	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency	17 MPG/MPGe	16 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$4700 per year	$5000 per year

Head to head

Aston Martin DBX 707 vs. Audi SQ7: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Aston Martin DBX 707	Audi SQ7
Horsepower	697-717 hp	500 hp
Torque	663-664 lb-ft	568 lb-ft
0 to 60 mph	3.1 sec	4 sec
Curb weight	4,940 lb	5,291 lb
Length	198.4 in	199.6 in
Wheelbase	120.5 in	118 in
Cargo volume	17.3 cu ft	13.6 cu ft
Towing capacity	5,940 lb	7,700 lb
Seating	5 seats	7 seats
Basic warranty	3 years	4 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2026 model year); prices are KBB base prices.

On peak horsepower, the Aston Martin DBX 707 leads: 717 hp against 500 hp.
On peak torque, the Aston Martin DBX 707 leads: 664 lb-ft against 568 lb-ft.
The Aston Martin DBX 707 is quicker to 60 mph: 3.1 sec against 4 sec.
The Aston Martin DBX 707 is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 4,940 lb against 5,291 lb.
On length, the Audi SQ7 leads: 199.6 in against 198.4 in.
On wheelbase, the Aston Martin DBX 707 leads: 120.5 in against 118 in.
On cargo volume, the Aston Martin DBX 707 leads: 17.3 cu ft against 13.6 cu ft.
On maximum towing capacity, the Audi SQ7 leads: 7,700 lb against 5,940 lb.
On seating capacity, the Audi SQ7 leads: 7 seats against 5 seats.
On basic warranty, the Audi SQ7 leads: 4 years against 3 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Aston Martin DBX 707 and the Audi SQ7.

2026 Aston Martin DBX 707

Design. The DBX is the first car made at Aston Martin's new facility in St Athan, Wales.

Recent recalls (3 campaigns across the latest model years)

March 2026, Suspension:Rear. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2026 DBX S, 2023-2026 DBX707, and 2021-2024 DBX vehicles. The pin for the torque reaction link may slide out of the rear lower suspension arm, causing the rear lower suspension arm casting to… Consequence: Failure of the rear lower suspension arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, damage the brake line or other suspension components, and increase the risk of a crash.
January 2025, Back Over Prevention:Display Function. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DB12, 2025 Vantage, and 2025 DBX707 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail… Consequence: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
September 2024, Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication:Pipes, Hoses, And Fittings. Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2024-2025 DBX707, 2024-2025 DB12, and 2025 Vantage vehicles. The engine oil cooler hose may split during vehicle operation, resulting in a loss of oil and oil pressure. Consequence: A sudden loss of oil and oil pressure could lead to the engine stalling or seizing, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Aston Martin DBX 707, most often about seat belts (1).

2026 Audi SQ7

The Audi Q7 is a 2- and 3-row E-segment SUV made by the German manufacturer Audi, unveiled in September 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Production of the Q7 began in November 2005 at the Volkswagen Bratislava Plant in Bratislava, Slovakia. The Q7 was the first SUV sold by Audi and went on sale in 2006.

Safety: Despite its multiple airbags and safety electronics, such as Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), the Q7 scored four stars out of five () in the Euro NCAP crash test for adult occupant protection. According to Audi, this was caused by a design error, and has since been fixed in cars manufactured after the test which should allegedly lead to five stars.

Source: Audi Q7 (Wikipedia)

Recent recalls (3 campaigns across the latest model years)

December 2025, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply… Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
September 2025, Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling one Audi SQ7 vehicles. The fasteners securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, resulting in a fuel leak. Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
December 2023, Air Bags:Side/Window. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the… Consequence: An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Audi SQ7, most often about steering (1), lane departure (1), electrical system (1).

Open both dossiers

Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

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Comparison answer desk

12 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2026 Aston Martin DBX 707 or the 2026 Audi SQ7?

Efficiency

The 2026 Aston Martin DBX 707 lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (17 vs. the 2026 Audi SQ7's 16 MPG/MPGe).