1,064-HP Aston Martin Valhalla Bows In as Brand’s First PHEV

The long-awaited Aston Martin Valhalla breaks cover as the brand’s first plug-in hybrid model, featuring up to 1,064 HP of power.

After years of extensive development and testing, Aston Martin has finally unveiled the final production version of its long-awaited hypercar, the Aston Martin Valhalla. Set to go into production later in 2025, the Valhalla is also AM’s first-ever model to feature a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain setup, set to go against the likes of the Lamborghini Revuelto and Ferrari SF90 Stradale in this burgeoning electrified supercar segment.

Unlike your typical PHEVs that are optimised for better fuel economy, the Valhalla’s PHEV system is all about performance. The heart of this PHEV setup is a familiar, AMG-sourced 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 that outputs 817 HP by itself, which is enough to make it the most potent out of other V8-powered AM models.

What’s unique about the Valhalla’s V8 compared to other AMG-sourced V8s used on the likes of the DBX and the new Vantage is the fact that it comes with a motorsport-style dry sump lubrication system and a 180-degree flat-plane crank.

Not settled for a mere 800++ HP, Aston Martin engineers have augmented the V8 with three electric motors—one at the front, two at the rear—that combine to deliver a total system output of 1,064 HP and 1,100 NM. In addition to the marque’s first-ever PHEV setup, the Valhalla also gets a brand-new 8-speed DCT automatic gearbox that hooks up with an all-wheel drive (AWD) system to allow a rapid century sprint time of only 2.5 seconds, before reaching its top speed of 350 KM/H.

Putting aside the new V8 PHEV powertrain, the Valhalla also gets tons of other tricks to help it shave off some extra milliseconds on and off the track. For starters, the PHEV tri-motor setup is mated to an electronic limited-slip differential at the rear, while helping to mitigate any noticeable turbo lags from the V8. And just like other PHEVs out there, the Valhalla comes with a regenerative braking system, although its EV-only range is capped at only 14 KM at a maximum speed of 80 KM/H.

Like the Valkyrie it is loosely based on, the Valhalla also benefits from a slew of trick active aero parts including the active rear wing that combines with the rest to produce up to 600 KG of downforce at 240 KM/H. Combined with the car’s Integrated Vehicle Dynamics Control (IVC) system, the Valhalla promises to be a rapid, road-legal track machine, although no official lap times were given by the Gaydon-based marque, at least for now.

Additionally, Aston Martin also didn’t put its current Formula One (F1) to waste, as the Valhalla does get some F1-derived tech, with the most notable one being its carbon fibre monocoque chassis supplemented by aluminium subframes. Also imported from F1 are the pushrod-style suspensions with bespoke Bilstein DTX adaptive dampers, while braking is done by carbon-ceramic brakes in all four corners.

The F1 inspiration continues as we get inside the Valhalla, as the supercar gets a very low sitting position with raised footwells to provide the closest F1 driving experience you can get out of a road-legal car. Extensive usage of carbon fibre is also apparent here, with parts like the bucket seats and the steering wheel both carved out of this lightweight material.

Despite its raw performance and motorsport-inspired equipment, the Valhalla still gets some tech and comfort amenities such as the large digital instrument cluster and the new infotainment system with Valhalla-specific graphics. Not to forget, customers can also dress their Valhallas with “endless bespoke and customisation possibilities” courtesy of Aston Martin’s Q division.

As of now, no words regarding the official price tag for the new Aston Martin Valhalla, but the automaker did confirm that only 999 examples will be made worldwide, with production set to commence in the latter part of 2025. Given its limited production, we’re not entirely surprised if all 999 examples are already spoken for.