Watch - Aston Martin Valhalla makes its dynamic debut at Monaco
Previously seen only in static displays, this Valhalla was wearing an AMR25-inspired Podium Green and Lime Green livery for its on-track debut.
'Unveiling Valhalla's dynamic capability at the Monaco Grand Prix weekend is a fantastic moment for both myself and the brand,' said Alonso. 'Valhalla delivers everything you'd expect from a true supercar—power, handling, emotion—and does so with cutting-edge F1-inspired technology.'
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The Valhalla is the first series-production mid-engined supercar in Aston Martin's 112-year history and represents a leap into hybrid performance territory. At its heart is a bespoke 4.0-litre twin-turbo flat-plane crank V8 (the most powerful V8 ever fitted to an Aston Martin) combined with a plug-in hybrid system producing 1079PS and 1100Nm of torque. It's also the first Aston Martin to feature a dual-motor front axle, allowing torque vectoring and enabling full all-wheel drive.
Developed in close collaboration with Aston Martin Performance Technologies (AMPT), the Valhalla is said to benefit from Formula 1 expertise in aerodynamics, materials, and chassis dynamics. Aston says this partnership ensures the Valhalla delivers not just headline numbers, but a level of engagement and precision befitting the Aston Martin badge.
Adrian Hallmark, Aston Martin's CEO, described the moment as a milestone for the brand: 'To witness the culmination of the tireless work from all teams involved, showcased on an iconic F1 circuit like Monaco and driven by an icon like Fernando is a significant moment in Aston Martin's rich history of both road cars and racing.'
Limited to just 999 units, production of the Aston Martin Valhalla is on track for customer deliveries in the second half of 2025.
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