Aston Martin has released images of its upcoming supercar, the Valhalla, as it nears the final stages of development. Seen both on-road in the UK and on-track in Spain, this limited-run hybrid looks like it’s going to be a very special car.
With just 999 units planned for production starting in Q2 2025, the Valhalla is all about looking good while backing it up with serious performance. It’s powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 with a flat-plane crank. This produces 828PS on its own, but it sits alongside three electric motors for a total output of 1079PS and 1100Nm. That’s enough for a 0-62mph time of just 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 217mph.
Validation testing is underway at the IDIADA proving ground in Spain, where the car is being put through high-speed and handling trials. Aston Martin’s own development driver, Darren Turner, a three-time Le Mans class winner, is helping fine-tune everything from the active aero to the braking system. Meanwhile, UK roads are being used for final suspension and damper calibration.
Painted in attention-grabbing colours including Podium Green with Lime Green detailing, and Satin Scintilla Silver with Lime accents, the Valhalla looks incredible. This car also introduces several firsts for Aston Martin. It is their first mid-engined series production car, their first plug-in hybrid, and the first Aston to feature a dedicated EV-only mode. It’s also debuting a new 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox with an integrated e-motor and electronic rear diff.
“For the engineering and dynamics teams, the unprecedented dynamic bandwidth that distinguishes Valhalla from its rivals has presented many new opportunities during development. With a combination of 1079PS and 1100Nm via the hybrid powertrain, extreme performance is a given. To harness and refine the power to deliver an exceptional supercar experience on both road and track has meant tireless work has gone into the integration of active aerodynamics and integrated control systems.”
Simon Newton, Director of Vehicle Performance and Attributes
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