DecodedCars2022 Aston Martin DBX V8
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 16 combined · 14 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 16 MPG combined, 15% below the 2022 standard SUV average of 18.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Aston Martin DBX V8 is a standard SUV offered with a 4.0L 8-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway), 15% worse than the 2022 standard SUV average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $5,150 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2022
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 DBX V8 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 DBX V8 →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DBX V8 | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -15% | $5,150 | 556 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Aston Martin DBX V8.
Similar 2022 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Aston Martin DBX V8 (this car) | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Lamborghini Urus | 14 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Aston Martin DBX V8.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2022 Aston Martin DBX V8 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2022 Aston Martin DBX V8 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2022 Aston Martin DBX V8 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Aston Martin DBX V8. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other DBX V8 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 DBX V8 | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 DBX V8 | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 DBX V8 | 15 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Aston Martin. How we calculate this →