Aston Martin is set to unveil an upgraded twelve-cylinder powertrain. The automaker currently features a twin-turbocharged V-12 engine in its flagship DBS Superleggera model. Recently, the company revealed plans for a new generation of this engine. Moreover, Aston Martin's upcoming redesign of the DBS will mark the return of the iconic Vanquish nameplate.

Aston Martin Highlights Power with 823 HP, V-12 Engine

According to a report by Newsweek, Aston Martin has been vocal about its electrification roadmap over the past year, committing to a complete range of electrified vehicles by 2030, spanning across both mainstream and exclusive models.

While preparing for the arrival of the Aston Martin Valhalla hybrid supercar and partnering with the Lucid Group for EV technology sharing, the company is first set to introduce a new twelve-cylinder engine.

Newsweek also shares that news suggests that this engine will mark the revival of the esteemed Vanquish moniker, initially teased in 2020 as a mid-engine hybrid coupe but delayed until 2023. Notably, this fresh engine will not incorporate hybrid technology.

Furthermore, the business with its primary Canadian investor Lawrence Stroll, distinguishes itself as one of the last advocates of conventional engine technology. In a recent press release, Chief Technical Officer Roberto Fedeli expressed excitement for Aston Martin's impending V12 era and highlighted the engine's pinnacle of technological know-how and engineering brilliance.

The brand's dedication to performance and innovation will be showcased by the newly developed V12, which boasts an impressive 823 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque.

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According to Road & Track, described by Aston Martin as a "complete redesign," the new engine appears to represent a significant evolution of its current powertrain rather than a ground-up creation. Notable modifications encompass revamped camshafts, updated cylinder heads and reinforced cylinder blocks.

Other changes include relocated spark plugs, enhanced fuel injectors for increased flow rate, and turbochargers with reduced inertia. While specific displacement details are undisclosed, the existing V-12 engine is known to be a 5.2-liter configuration equipped with twin turbochargers.

In its previous iteration, Aston Martin's V-12 engine generated 705 horsepower and 555 pound-feet of torque in the recent Valour model. The DBS series concluded with a special edition boasting 759 horsepower, albeit falling short of the enhanced performance offered by the latest engine iteration.

Notably, Aston Martin also incorporated a V-12 powerplant into its Valkyrie hypercar, with plans to compete in a new version of the vehicle at Le Mans in 2025. Unlike the upgraded engine, the powertrain in the Valkyrie is an entirely distinct naturally aspirated V-12 unit developed by Cosworth.

As reported by MotorAuthority, Aston Martin is currently focused on developing its inaugural electric vehicle set to debut in 2026, yet the company continues to prioritize the V-12 engine. Fedeli conveyed that the powertrain of the upcoming DBS successor signifies just the beginning of an exciting new era marked by the V-12 at Aston Martin.

Moreover, the forthcoming DBS successor is poised to assume the role of Aston Martin's premier offering within its front-engine range. Concurrently, the brand is gearing up to introduce the mid-engine Valhalla this year, positioning it as the pinnacle model in the lineup and marking the debut of plug-in hybrid technology for Aston Martin.

The Valhalla is set to be powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 sourced from AMG as its internal combustion element.

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