The Aston Martin Valhalla is due into production in 2024
Aston Martin has announced that the Valhalla, its upcoming mid-engined supercar, will officially enter production in 2024. This highly anticipated model will serve as a companion to the flagship Valkyrie.
Equipped with a powerful hybrid powertrain, boasting a 998-horsepower output, the Valhalla is set to make a statement in the automotive world. Its hybrid system comprises a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine and three electric motors. Aston Martin plans to produce a limited run of 999 examples of this extraordinary vehicle. The recently released images depict the final production car, not the previously seen prototype featured in the latest James Bond movie, No Time To Die.
With an expected price range of approximately $800,000 (excluding optional extras), the Valhalla represents Aston Martin’s ambitious venture into the realm of Ferrari, McLaren, and Lamborghini. It marks the first-ever mass-produced mid-engined car from Aston Martin. While 999 units may still be considered exclusive, it far surpasses the limited production of the Valkyrie, which comprises 150 coupes, 85 spiders, and 40 track-only AMR Pros.
Aston says the Valhalla benefits from aero tech developed by the company’s Formula One team
Aston Martin also takes pride in the advanced aerodynamic technology integrated into the Valhalla, thanks to the expertise of its Formula One team. The car’s top speed is claimed to reach 217 mph, with an impressive acceleration of 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 2.5 seconds.
The Valhalla’s journey has not been without its obstacles. Originally introduced in 2019 as the AM-RB 003 concept car, it was a collaboration between Aston Martin and the Red Bull Formula One team. It was showcased alongside the Valkyrie prototype at the Geneva motor show, along with another mid-engined supercar concept known as the Vanquish.
Subsequently, Aston Martin ended its collaboration with Red Bull, which also had involvement in the development of the Valkyrie. However, the British automaker has tapped into the expertise of its own F1 team to bring the Valhalla concept to life. Aston Martin Performance Technologies (AMPT) division is heavily involved in optimizing the dynamics, aerodynamics, and materials of the Valhalla, drawing insights from the F1 cars driven by Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll, whose father Lawrence serves as the executive chairman of Aston Martin.
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Claudio Santoni, the engineering director at AMPT, expressed the advantage of having access to the unique skillset and knowledge of a Formula One team. These teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of performance and possess rapid problem-solving tools. Aston Martin seamlessly incorporates this knowledge into the development of their road cars.
Aston Martin proudly declares that 90% of the Valhalla’s dynamic characteristics and vehicle setup were accomplished in a simulator, with only the final stages completed on the actual road. The Valhalla’s interior ergonomics are inspired by Formula One, with a race car-style seating position, featuring a raised heel for the driver. AMPT has played a crucial role in optimizing this ergonomic design.
F1 technology also greatly contributes to the Valhalla’s under-body aerodynamics, providing a competitive advantage. Unlike motorsport-regulated cars, the street-legal Valhalla benefits from fully active aerodynamics systems at both the front and rear, generating over 600kg (1,300 lbs) of downforce at 240 km/h (150 mph). Its aerodynamic toolkit includes multi-element wings and a front wing that can lie flat to reduce drag at high speeds, similar to the DRS system utilized by F1 cars to facilitate overtaking.
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The Valhalla incorporates three electric motors within its powertrain. One of these motors powers the rear wheels, working in conjunction with the bespoke V8 engine. It also serves as a starter and generator. The two additional motors drive the front axle and provide torque vectoring capabilities, allowing power distribution between the front wheels.
Aston Martin plans to begin on-road testing of the Valhalla in late 2023, with customer deliveries scheduled for 2024.
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