Valhalla Spider: designed for open-air driving
Aston Martin unveils the Valhalla Spider, a new interpretation of its mid-engined hybrid supercar. Revealed on 28 October 2026, it combines the Coupé’s 1,079 PS with an open cockpit. First deliveries are announced for the third quarter of 2027. The Valhalla Spider retains the Coupé’s sculpted lines and carbon-fibre dihedral doors. The doors feature frameless windows and revised opening mechanisms intended to make them easier to use. The roof is a key distinction. A removable black fabric roof is announced as standard, depending on the market, with a maximum speed of 200 km/h when fitted. An optional carbon-fibre hardtop allows the manufacturer’s quoted 350 km/h, a speed also attainable with the roof removed. This distinction matters when specifying the car: the two roof solutions suit different uses and deserve consideration according to the owner’s driving habits.
A V8 and three electric motors delivering 1,079 PS
The plug-in hybrid powertrain pairs a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 with three electric motors. Combined output reaches 1,079 PS, with 1,100 Nm of torque. Aston Martin quotes a 0–100 km/h time of 2.5 seconds. Two electric motors drive the front axle, while the third is integrated into the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Active torque distribution at the front works alongside an electronically controlled rear differential. The carbon-fibre monocoque and front pushrod suspension underline the focus on precision. The Spider retains this ambitious technical foundation while bringing a different connection to its surroundings and the sound of the V8.
An open cockpit with adapted aerodynamics
Removing the roof calls for specific airflow management. A removable wind deflector channels air above the occupants while maintaining airflow to the engine intake, which has been raised by 35 mm. The active aerodynamics and stability control receive settings adapted to driving with the roof fitted or removed. Inside, a new carbon-fibre Touring seat is standard. The Coupé’s carbon-fibre seat remains available at no extra cost for customers who prefer greater lateral support. Seat and roof choices therefore play a central role in defining each car. For buyers in Switzerland, these options invite consideration of the intended use: Alpine drives, longer journeys or occasional outings.
Deliveries in 2027: what Swiss buyers should know
Aston Martin plans to begin deliveries in the third quarter of 2027. This general timetable does not confirm a delivery date for Switzerland. As of 28 October 2026, no official CHF price or details of Swiss allocations had been identified in the sources consulted. Order conditions, local specifications and individual delivery times remain to be confirmed with the dealer network. For buyers and specialist garages, the Valhalla Spider is a model to follow in the open-top hybrid supercar segment. Discover Aston Martin news and the latest updates on exceptional cars at LuxuryCars.ch.
