Aston Martin Valhalla Spider Revealed as the Brand’s Fastest Open-top PHEV

Aston Martin has unveiled the Valhalla Spider, an open-top version of its mid-engined Valhalla supercar. Combining dramatic design, advanced hybrid technology and extreme performance, the new model is the fastest open-cockpit Aston Martin ever produced. Unlike many convertibles, the Valhalla Spider can reach its electronically limited top speed of 350 km/h, or 217 mph, even with the roof removed.

At the heart of the Valhalla Spider is a powerful plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) system. It combines a bespoke 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine with three electric motors to produce a total output of 1,079 PS and 1,100 Nm of torque. The V8 alone delivers 828 PS, while the electric motors contribute an additional 251 PS. Two of the motors power the front axle, providing all-wheel drive and electric torque vectoring, while the third motor works with the V8 to drive the rear wheels.

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The hybrid powertrain is connected to Aston Martin’s new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Its advanced Integrated Vehicle Dynamics Control system continuously manages the suspension, brakes, steering, powertrain and aerodynamics. This allows the car to adapt its character across four selectable driving modes, offering greater control and stability on the road while also supporting serious track performance.

The Valhalla Spider comes with a removable black fabric roof that can be stored inside the car. With the fabric roof fitted, the Spider can travel at speeds of up to 200 km/h. Customers can also choose an optional carbon-fibre hardtop, which allows unrestricted access to the car’s 350 km/h top speed. A specially designed wind deflector helps control airflow around the open cockpit, improving comfort when driving at high speeds.

Aston Martin has also revised the Spider’s active aerodynamic systems and electronic stability controls to suit both roof-on and roof-off driving. The car can generate more than 600 kg of downforce with the roof fitted, helping to maintain grip and balance during fast cornering. Its carbon-fibre passenger cell, developed with expertise from Aston Martin Performance Technologies, provides strength, stiffness and reduced weight.

The Valhalla Spider retains the coupe’s carbon-fibre dihedral doors, now refined with smoother operation and a frameless design. It also receives a new carbon-fibre Touring Seat that improves comfort and makes entering and leaving the car easier. The original, more performance-focused carbon-fibre seat from the Valhalla Coupe will remain available at no extra cost.

With its combination of open-air driving, Formula 1-inspired technology and plug-in hybrid performance, the Aston Martin Valhalla Spider offers a different interpretation of the modern supercar. It is expected to make its global debut at the 2026 Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, with customer deliveries scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2027.

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