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Independent Drives Validate Aston Martin Valhalla's Hypercar Claims

Reviewers say it delivers 1,079 hp performance with surprising road manners.

Overview

  • Journalists who tested production cars report the Valhalla meets its performance targets on both public roads and a race track.
  • The plug-in hybrid combines a bespoke 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with three electric motors for a quoted 1,079 hp, a 0–62 mph time of 2.5 seconds, and a 217 mph top speed.
  • Active aerodynamics developed with Aston Martin’s Formula 1 tech arm generate more than 600 kg of downforce at high speed to keep the car planted.
  • Drivers praised calm steering, a supple ride, and easy town manners, with EV mode offering front-axle drive only and a short electric range.
  • Production is capped at 999 cars with prices starting around £850,000, positioning the model as a halo product during a period of cost cutting at Aston Martin.