In the rarefied world of supercars, there is no such thing as “too much.” In Aston Martin’s case, the British marque’s first-ever production, mid-engine supercar is brimming with power and racing-derived engineering in a bid to be one of the most coveted machines in ages.

With production slated for the middle of 2025, the Valhalla will also be Aston Martin’s first plug-in hybrid. It will be powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbo, flat-plane crank V8 matched to an all-new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission with three e-motors and an electronic rear differential.

The body was designed with the help of Aston Martin Performance Technologies, the consulting arm of the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 team. The sleek and futuristic teardrop silhouette features active aerodynamics, Drag Reduction System (DRS), and an air brake function.

The carbon-fiber tub helps keep the Valhalla’s dry weight to just 1,655kg, resulting in a power-to-weight ratio of 643hp per 1,000kg. Aluminum subframes are attached to the front and the rear of the tub, with the former utilizing Formula 1-style pushrod front suspension with inboard-mounted springs and dampers. The rear uses a five-link suspension system. Bilstein DTX adaptive dampers are fitted to both ends.

Brake-by-wire technology features an Integrated Power Brake System that allows fine tuning of pedal feel across the full range of deceleration. Carbon-ceramic discs—410mm in front, 390mm at the back—deliver superior thermal and durability properties compared to traditional cast iron discs. The active aerodynamics use moving front and rear surface elements to act as an air brake. Since it’s a PHEV, it also benefits from regenerative braking.

The Valhalla’s power combines an 817hp V8 with three electric motors that generate an additional 248hp. Peak torque is 1,100Nm. The V8 makes 204hp per liter—the highest specific output from any Aston Martin ever made. Acceleration is targeted to hit 0-100km/h in 2.5 seconds, with top speed being electronically limited to 350km/h.

An Integrated Vehicle Dynamics Control unit continually monitors suspension, brakes, steering, active aerodynamics, and powertrain systems. Four driving modes will be available: Sport, Pure EV, Sport+, and Race. Each mode will have its own combination of settings for powertrain, suspension stiffness, active aero, steering calibration, torque vectoring, and hybrid system integration. Pure EV mode will drive only the front-axle motors with a range of 14km and a top speed of 140km/h.

The active aero includes a T-wing that rises by 255mm in Race mode for maximum downforce. In front is a concealed active wing just ahead of the front axle that changes its angle of attack depending on drive mode. In Race mode, the front and the rear wings shift to maximum downforce mode with full range of movement, including an automated DRS function when the system determines that it needs to bleed off downforce. Under braking, the wings adjust to shift the balance of pressure and maintain optimal stability.

The Valhala’s e-motors are powered by an advanced 6kWh high-performance battery system that uses 560 individual cells. The front axle is driven by a pair of Radial Flux Interior Permanent E-motors designed specifically for the Valhalla. The third e-motor provides additional power to the V8 by being built into the DCT. With no driveshaft connecting the front and the rear axles, torque vectoring of the front wheels is provided by the two e-motors, while an electronic limited slip differential controls the rear axle.

The flat-plane V8 employs a dry sump lubrication system to enable positive oil supply even under high lateral forces.

Aside from providing additional power, the e-motor of the DCT is used to start the twin-turbo V8 and charge the high voltage batteries. There is no reverse gear. Instead, the two front motors are also used to move the car in reverse when needed.

The Valhalla features innovative functions called Torque Fill, E-Boost, and Loadshift to get the most out of the hybrid powertrain. Torque Fill eliminates turbo lag by feeding instant torque from the e-motors until the turbochargers spool up to the optimal boost.

E-Boost extends the operation of Torque Fill by adding the power of the e-motors on top of the V8 at full throttle. Loadshift monitors energy expenditure and usage, storing surplus energy in the battery when possible. When idling or in start-stop traffic, the V8 is switched off and the e-motors are engaged when in Sport mode. Regenerative braking further increases efficiency.

With production due to start in the second quarter of 2025, and only 999 units slated for production, billionaires, dictators, A-list stars, and sheikhs are doubtless reaching for their checkbooks already.