ASTON Martin has introduced theValen - the world's most powerful front-engined car from a manufacturer and the most powerful front-engined V12 supercar in the company's 113-year history.

The latest in an illustrious line of limited production twelve-cylinder specials, The Valen explores provocative design themes and extremes of performance in pursuit of maximum visual impact and a truly distinctive driving experience.

Pushing the limits of design and engineering to achieve a supercar of drama and capability, The Valen is clad in a full-carbon fibre body and powered by the brand's most powerful version of its 5.2-litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine with 850ps and 1000Nm of torque from just 2500rpm.

Combined with hardware and extensive software calibration to steering, suspension and braking systems, the The Valen has an assertive design and character.

Derived from the Latin word ‘the Valens', with the etymology referencing "strong," or "powerful", The Valen was the perfect name for Aston Martin's most powerful front engined V12, continuing the long-standing dynasty of ‘V' names.

The project, the latest special from Aston Martin's bespoke service, Q by Aston Martin who previously gave us Valour, Valiant and DBR22 to name a few was realised thanks to the scope and expertise of Aston Martin's newly formed Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) Department.

Aston Martin CEO, Adrian Hallmark said: "The latest in a bloodline of limited production special series models from our bespoke service, Q by Aston Martin, The Valen's world-beating performance required a design to capture the raw motion and unmatched output of our V12 powertrain. With more power, less weight, and a spectacular soundtrack, the dramatic design is backed up by equally dramatic performance."

The car is fitted with an eight speed ZF transmission, which uses race-proven shift strategies developed for Aston Martin's Vantage GT4 race programme, with crisper and more engaging shifts in all drive modes, which has reduced The Valen's 0-60mph time to just 3.0 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 214mph.

To bring out the best from the V12 powertrain, The Valen adopts a performance drive mode philosophy; Sport, Sport+ and Track modes.

The Valen's commitment to performance extends to a significant weight saving of up to 110kg over the core V12 platform - a central focus of the programme. This is achieved through use of a variety of lightweight motorsport inspired materials including carbon fibre, aluminium, titanium and magnesium.

The Valen's dramatic frontal treatment is characterised by deeply recessed slimline headlamp units which are hooded beneath the sharp leading edge of the plunging bonnet line. Together with the more angular treatment of the radiator aperture, bold geometric mesh grille and acutely angled front splitter create a distinctive character

The bonnet itself features a single top vent with perforations at the trailing edge. On each side the traditional side strake has been sharpened and elongated and is now fully incorporated into a large functional vent which extracts air from the wheel arch and guides it down the rounded flanks. The strake feature extends almost the full length of the door before the swollen rear haunches widen to cover the rear wheels.

The lower section of each side is dominated by a stepped sill, which creates a tightly cinched waistline that emphasises the muscular front and rear fender sections.

New side-glass quarter windows add to The Valen's profile and demonstrate commitment to creating a car with a unique identity.

At the rear, instead of a fixed rear window and trunk lid both features have been replaced by a solid tailgate. Featuring an aerodynamic wing in its upper section, the tailgate opens onto a sizeable trunk (170 litres) which is available with an optional bespoke luggage set (Touring Pack) to make the most of the available space.

A soft, tailored cover can be unfolded to protect the paintwork when lifting cases in and out.

The show car is specified in a Q Ultra developed paint colour, Satin Andromeda Red.

The interior of The Valen has been developed around a clear principle of visual lightness, reflecting the significant mass reduction engineered throughout the car. Central to this is a slim centre console, enabled by advanced 3D-printed components and incorporating the performance-focused switchpack introduced on the Valhalla.

Angled towards the driver, the inclined console creates a more focused and controlled cockpit environment, reinforcing the connection between driver and machine.

Production of Aston Martin's most powerful front-engined V12 supercar is strictly limited to 150 examples with first deliveries scheduled for Q2 2027.