Aston Martin will build 999 units of its Valhalla mid-engine supercar

The plug-in hybrid features a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 and three electric motors for a total output of 1,064 hp.

Aston Martin Valhalla front — *The Valhalla is Aston Martin’s first mid-engine supercar. – Aston Martin photo*

Aston Martin unveiled its flagship car, the V12-powered Vanquish, only a few months ago, and now has given car aficionados something else to salivate over, its first ever mid-engine supercar.

The Valhalla features a plug-in hybrid powertrain with a total system output of 1,064 hp and 811 lb.-ft. of torque.

Production will start start in the second quarter of 2025 and just 999 units will be built.

The powertrain utilizes a flat plane crank 4-litre twin-turbo V8 engine producing 817 hp, plus three electric motors producing 248 hp.

The top speed is electronically limited at 350 km/h (217 mph) and zero to 100 km/h is said to arrive in 2.5 seconds.

Thanks to active aerodynamics, the Valhalla produces more than 600 kilograms of downforce between 240 km/h and 350 km/h.

Aston Martin Valhalla rear — *The Aston Martin Valhalla features a V8 engine and three electric motors. – Aston Martin photo*

More on the powertrain

The V8 engine is connected to an all-new eight-speed dual clutch transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. The transmission incorporates one of the three electric motors plus an electronic rear differential (E-diff).

The engine’s power output of 204 hp/litre is the highest of any Aston Martin.

The other two electric motors send power to the front wheels.

In Pure EV mode, the front-axle motors can drive the vehicle up to a maximum speed of 140 km/h with an all-electric driving range of 14 kilometres.

The car also utilizes regenerative braking to utilize what would otherwise be wasted energy. The system stores energy via the front e-motors when the driver applies the brakes and via the rear e-motor when the driver takes their foot off the throttle.

Aston Martin Valhalla top view from behind — *The active aerodynamic features of the Aston Martin Valhalla maintain a balanced level of downforce. – Aston Martin photo*

Aerodynamics

Aston Martin collaborated with Aston Martin Performance Technologies (AMPT), which is the consulting arm of the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team, on dynamics, aerodynamics and more.

The active aerodynamic features gradually reduce the front and rear wings’ angle to “bleed” excess downforce as speed increases, Aston Marton said, keeping the aerodynamic balance consistent.

An integrated vehicle dynamics control system monitors the suspension, braking, steering, active aerodynamic elements and powertrain systems to maintain optimal performance.

The driving character can be set with a drive mode selector. The car, on startup, selects Sport, while Pure EV, Sport+ and Race are selectable. This controls a variety of vehicle components, including torque vectoring and the hybrid system’s integration.

“With the next generation of sportscars launched to critical acclaim, we are now adding the first ever mid-engine series production Aston Martin to our portfolio, the ultimate driver’s supercar,” said Aston Martin CEO Adrian Hallmark in a news release. “On paper and on track, Valhalla delivers the most driver-focused, technologically advanced supercar, with true hypercar performance, and yet on the road it is as useable and enjoyable as any Aston Martin. A unique proposition, designed to be the most elegant and exciting product in the market.”

Aston Martin Valhalla interior — *The Aston Martin Valhalla benefits from Formula 1 technologies. – Aston Martin photo*

Chassis

The Valhalla utilizes a bespoke carbon fibre tub for maximum stiffness and reduced weight. It was designed and engineered by the team at AMPT, and benefits from the team’s Formula 1 expertise and technical capabilities, Aston Martin said.

The car’s dry weight is 1,655 kilograms (3,649 pounds).

Whether you can afford a Valhalla or not, you can now configure your own ride on the Aston Martin website.