Aston Martin has revealed the striking Valhalla, its first-ever mid-engine PHEV supercar, developed using expertise and technologies from Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team.
Fusing the performance-driven methodologies and technologies of Formula One with spectacular design and scintillating driving dynamics, Aston Martin has revealed Valhalla: a supercar of extraordinary scope.
With development now at an advanced stage the time has come to reveal full details of Aston Martin's landmark mid-engined hybrid supercar.
As befits the ultimate drivers supercar, Valhalla is a car of 'firsts': Aston Martin's first series production mid-engined supercar and first plug-in hybrid, delivering the marque's first production vehicle with dedicated EV range capability. It is also the first model to use the bespoke 4.0-litre twin-turbo flat-plane crank V8 engine – the highest performing V8 engine ever fitted to an Aston Martin – and is the first to use the brand's all-new 8-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT), which incorporates an e-Motor and electronic rear differential (E-diff).
Valhalla also debuts a fresh design language. Extreme supercar performance expressed with fresh form and proportion, it bears the unmistakable Aston Martin hallmarks of flawless, uncorrupted lines and combines them with innovative high-downforce active aerodynamics.
F1-inspired
Close collaboration with Aston Martin Performance Technologies (AMPT) – the consulting arm of the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team – on dynamics, aerodynamics and materials have brought an extra dimension of knowledge and skills to the Valhalla's design and development. This vital contribution has aided Aston Martin to push the boundaries of supercar engineering and performance to deliver a car which shines on road and thrives on track.
Aston Martin Valhalla, is reaping the benefits of the world's fastest laboratory, Formula One. Technological development in F1 is accelerated by the need for speed, reliability and performance. Race proven methodologies, expertise and technologies used by Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team are being adopted by Aston Martin to intensify the development of Valhalla.
Taking inspiration from F1, Valhalla incorporates an F1-inspired roof scoop which feeds two air charge coolers mounted directly above the engine. When designing this component, a new mounting strategy was employed to save more than 5kg.
Furthermore, at Valhalla's core is a bespoke carbon fibre tub for maximum stiffness with minimum weight penalty, with the lower section weighing only 74.2kg. Designed and engineered by AMPT, which applies their highly specialised F1 expertise and technical capabilities beyond the pinnacle of motorsport, Valhalla’s structure is the product of cutting-edge composite technology.
Valhalla's carbon structure has been created using proprietary technology developed for Aston Martin. The upper and lower sections of the structure are moulded from carbon fibre using a combination of Resin-Transfer-Moulding process (RTM) and F1-derived autoclave technology. The result is a singular, immensely stiff, strong and light passenger cell which delivers best-in-class dynamic structural attributes and outstanding safety, without compromising driver and passenger ergonomics.
Aluminium subframes are attached to the front and rear of the tub. The front-end features F1-style push rod front suspension complete with inboard mounted springs and dampers. By moving the dampers inboard, Valhalla benefits from improved airflow within the wheel arch, paired with the purposeful cut outs in the front fender above the wheel lowering the air pressure within the wheel arch and reducing drag.
The aerodynamic approach to Valhalla starts in a similar way to an F1 car, by using all elements of the body shape to generate downforce and minimise drag. However, Valhalla is not restricted by F1 regulations so it can benefit from fully active aerodynamic systems at both the front and rear of which will generate in excess of 600kg of downforce at 240km/h (149mph). This powerful system is the key to generating high downforce for maximum cornering capability and braking stability, with the added benefit of DRS to achieve a towering 350km/h (217mph) top speed.
F1 influences found in the extreme Valkyrie hypercar also inform Valhalla's cockpit, with clean, reductive design creating an environment to immerse both driver and passenger in an intense and unforgettable supercar experience. Foremost amongst them are raised footwells for a low hip-to-heel seating position and lightweight, one-piece carbon fibre seats for maximum support. The seating position amplifies the driver's sense of connection without compromising comfort. The steering wheel shape has too been inspired by F1 and features a one-piece carbon fibre armature.
The innovative Aston Martin HMI system provides an ultra-clear, column mounted driver centric display of information essential to road and track use. Features include a Race mode layout with a large linear tachometer and shift lights informed by Aston Martin Aramco drivers Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso at the team's state-of-the-art AMR Technology Campus in Silverstone. During road driving the display also features an expanded view function, such as full-screen navigation map, for added ease of use.
The future vision
For Aston Martin CEO, Adrian Hallmark, Valhalla expresses the future vision for the ultra-luxury performance brand: "Four years ago we set out on a journey to transform the Aston Martin brand by taking its historic and unmatched luxury credentials and adding cutting-edge, F1-inspired technology and class-leading performance, with the aim of taking on the most successful brands in the world.
"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 drivers supercar. 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.
"We learned to think differently from developing the ultimate hypercar, Aston Martin Valkyrie and working with Adrian Newey. This knowledge and new methodology have allowed us to build on the strengths of our past successes and position Aston Martin as a class-leading company in technology, performance and experience for our customers who will be the custodians of this new piece of Aston Martin history, Valhalla."
Valhalla possesses a best-in-class 1079PS and 1100Nm of torque hybrid powertrain comprising an 828PS 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine and three electric motors (two of which drive the front axle) contributing a further 251PS. The Internal Combustion Engine, (ICE) produces 207PS/litre, the highest specific output from any Aston Martin. An all-new 8-speed DCT transmission sends drive to the rear axle, delivering split-second shift times and a thrilling shift character. Performance targets include 0-100kp/h (62mph) acceleration in 2.5 seconds and an electronically limited 350km/h (217mph) maximum speed.
Aston Martin's Director of Vehicle Performance, Simon Newton, says developing Valhalla has been a unique and rewarding journey: "The challenge for the engineering and vehicle dynamics teams has been to harness, for the first time, the immense power of Valhalla's hybrid powertrain through a combination of active aerodynamics and integrated dynamic control systems.
"With 1079PS and 1100Nm, extraordinary performance is a given. The challenge is achieving next-level speed, precision and exhilaration on track while retaining the characteristics of an enjoyable and highly emotional supercar when driving on the road. It's this unprecedented dynamic bandwidth that separates Valhalla from its class rivals."
Discover more about Valhalla, here.
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