Aston Martin’s first mid-engine plug-in hybrid supercar, the Valhalla, is finally ready for production. First shown as a concept in 2019, the Valhalla has spent five years in development and has now entered the final stages of testing. It’s the most advanced model in Aston Martin’s history and directly competes with the Ferrari F80 and McLaren W1. Most notably, it costs nearly half as much as its rivals, potentially shaking up the hypercar market.
Only 999 units will be made. The Valhalla has completed final setup testing and is now undergoing real-world performance tests at Aston Martin’s UK headquarters and Spain’s IDIADA proving grounds. It has a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine and three electric motors, combining 1,076 horsepower and 1,099 Nm (811 lb-ft) of torque.
First Mid-Engine, First PHEV: Aston Martin’s ‘All-Out’ Strategy
The Valhalla represents a major technological leap for Aston Martin. The brand’s first mid-engine vehicle and plug-in hybrid features a torque-vectoring all-wheel drive system. Additional highlights include an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, an electronic rear differential, and a pure electric driving mode.
Its hybrid layout is comparable to that of the Lamborghini Revuelto and Ferrari SF90, yet it surpasses them in output. While the Valhalla produces slightly less horsepower than the Ferrari F80 (1,184 hp) and McLaren W1 (1,258 hp), experts believe its real-world acceleration and cornering performance could rival or exceed them. This advantage comes from its optimized weight distribution, active aerodynamics, and track-ready suspension.
The vehicle’s exterior also intuitively showcases its performance. Highlights include its flat-plane crank V8’s sharp sound, sleek roofline, large rear diffuser, twin exhausts, and continuously adaptive rear wing. The color options include bold choices like Lime Green Podium and Verdant Jade Gold, emphasizing the car’s dramatic and performance-focused look.
Priced to Compete: High-End Tech at Half the Price
Perhaps the biggest surprise is the price. The Valhalla is expected to cost around $1.1 million, significantly undercutting the Ferrari F80 (approximately $3.9 million) and McLaren W1 (approximately $2.1 million). With only 999 units planned, over two-thirds have already been pre-ordered.
Aston Martin emphasized that the Valhalla is not simply a more affordable supercar but a new category altogether, delivering hypercar performance and advanced technology. The company expects strong resale value and sees the Valhalla as both a key step in its electrification strategy and a showcase of its engineering future.
As the Valhalla undergoes its final testing, it is more than just a new model. It combines cutting-edge technology, emotional design, and aggressive pricing, positioning itself as a bold symbol of Aston Martin’s next chapter.
