Valhalla, the racing hybrid
Aston Martin’s new supercar will not leave lovers of great sensations indifferent. Its 1079 hp and its extraordinary acceleration (2.5 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h) will leave you literally glued to your seat.
The brand’s first plug-in hybrid, Valhalla
The Valhalla is Aston Martin’s first series-production mid-engine supercar and first plug-in hybrid, marking the brand’s first production vehicle with dedicated electric range capability. It is also the first model to use the 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine with custom flat-six crankshaft (the highest-performance V8 engine ever fitted to an Aston Martin) and is the first to use the brand’s new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, which incorporates an electric motor and electronic rear differential.
Valhalla, not just a new engine
The Valhalla also debuts a new design language. Extreme supercar performance is expressed in a new shape and proportions, and bears the unmistakable stamp of Aston Martin with innovative high downforce active aerodynamics.
This hypercar of the British brand is equipped with a hybrid engine of 1,079 hp and 1,100 Nm of torque, the best in its class. The powertrain consists of a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with 828 hp and three electric motors (two of which drive the front axle) that provide another 251 hp.
The internal combustion engine (ICE) produces 707 hp/liter, the highest specific power output of any Aston Martin. A new 8-speed DCT transmission sends power to the rear axle. The Valhalla accelerates from 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 350 mph.
The aerodynamics of Valhalla
Active aerodynamics generate more than 600 kg of downforce. This figure is reached at 240 km/h (149 mph) and then maintained up to the top speed of 350 km/h by using active aerodynamics to gradually reduce the angle of attack of the front and rear wings to “purge” excess downforce as speed increases.
Upon startup, Valhalla selects Sport mode as the default, and the driver can manually select the alternative Pure EV, Sport+ and Race driving modes. Each mode has its own combination of powertrain settings.
In addition to suspension stiffness, active aerodynamics and steering calibration for different driving characteristics. In Pure EV mode, driving is done solely with the front-axle motors with a range of 14 km and a top speed limited to 140 km/h (87 mph).
Valhalla chassis and brakes
At the core of the Valhalla is a custom carbon fiber body for maximum stiffness with minimal weight reduction. The carbon monocoque at the core of the Valhalla helps achieve a light dry mass of 1,665 kg, giving a power-to-weight ratio of 652 hp per 1000 kg. The carbon structure of the Valhalla has been created using proprietary technology developed for Aston Martin. The braking system features 410 mm carbon ceramic brake discs on the front axle and 390 mm on the rear.
Valhalla, its spectacular gates
Dramatic, forward-hinged dihedral doors add a theatrical touch to a supercar, but the thoughtful design and engineering of the monocoque and doors (in particular, the lowered sills, roof cutouts, and forward position of the pillar
A) significantly ease entry and exit. The dihedral hinge, which creates a class-leading opening, lifts the door up and away from the driver and passenger, allowing the user to easily sit in the custom carbon fiber seats and swing their legs into the cabin effortlessly.
Valhalla, influenced by Formula 1®.
The Formula 1® influences found in the Valkyrie extreme hypercar are also reflected in the Valhalla’s cabin, with a clean, minimalist design. Highlights include raised footwells for a low seating position from hip to heel and lightweight one-piece carbon fiber seats for maximum support. The shape of the steering wheel was inspired by Formula 1 and features a one-piece carbon fiber armature.
The first limited deliveries of the Valhalla model
Aston Martin has entered the industrialization phase of Valhalla, with the first deliveries of the 999 limited units starting in the second half of 2025. Although it has not been officially disclosed, the price of this supercar could be around 800,000 euros.
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